Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Tipton, MI has a lot to offer. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Tipton. Find the best campgrounds near Tipton, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.
"It has access to Wamplers Lake and there are several other lakes near by. The area is quiet and clean."
"Very nice, lots to do in surrounding area. Lake is pretty. Nearby MIS. Hidden Lake Gardens are absolutely beautiful to wander around."
$20 - $150 / night
"This small campground (about 40 sites) is well off the beaten path, but still easy to access by road. This is the perfect campground to get back to nature."
"My site has a path right out to the lake. My 2p tent could easily fit on this lakeside spot but it is sadly much too windy on the lake today."
$25 / night
"-My husband and I visit Ted Ranch every year for the NASAR race at Michigan International Speedway. This year, my review is changing a little bit."
"This place is across the street from Michigan international speedway and sure beats fighting all the people/campers in the infield campgrounds!"
$38 - $60 / night
"I was right next to a cow field. The cows did not moo all night and there was no foul order. I needed no amenities so I can't vouch for that"
"- not close to any stores if your forgot something
- gravel roads
Pros:
- family owned and operated
- small campground kid friendly
- free kid activities
- everyone was very nice"
"Very friendly and family oriented the do activities right down the street from the lake and they make you feel like one big family :)"
$65 - $75 / night
"Lots of shade trees, beautiful well groomed trails for walking. Even a dog park, which our Golden Retriever really enjoyed."
"There is also nice walking/hiking trails connected right to the property. Our visit was for 2 days/3 nights. Over half the sites are seasonal, so despite a lot of RVs, we saw very few people."
"The group area is circular and surrounded by trees which helped to keep it cool. Each site had electric hook-up and some had water."
"It is usually easy to get multiple sites next to each other with reservations.
There is a decent sandy beach here with a playground and volleyball net."
"There is an outside vault toilet behind the cabin. Lots of trails connecting the cabin to the rest of the park. Cheap too! Only $68 per night."
"The lack of cover between sites gave everyone a nice view of the lake from our tents on our inland sites, which was beautiful."
"I stayed at #6 and had a beautiful view of the lake. There is muddy lake access on that site and I paddled from there in my kayak. There is an official boat launch nearby."
$20 - $65 / night
"I would guess 22 feet wide and I only had 5 feet behind my 30 foot camper until you reach the next camper."
"We live close to this campground so it was a fun weekend getaway. The kids loved playing on the water slide and swimming in the pond."
ScoutWelcoming atmosphere. Sites were crowded but had excellent tree coverage. Over half of the campground appeared to be residents who lived there full time. Bathrooms were clean. Overall, this campground meets expectations but would not be one I would return to because it feels more like a trailer park than a campground.
GuideThis campground has easy access to the beach on Lake Erie.
There are full hookups as well as power only sites.
The park also has several public access areas and beaches.
Hiking and biking trails are also present and the bathroom facilities are clean and we'll maintained.
Some time in June you can expect May Flies aka Fish Flies. Plan accordingly.
Finally, I've never been to this park when it wasn't very windy.
ScoutUnable to find RV park after driving around area. Website not updated since 2018.
GuideA mostly seasonal campground that can be had to find. Super amenities with huge pool and large field with dog park, baseball field, bags, basketball and sand volleyball. Many trails to walk.
GuideGreat starter campground which is just what we wanted - my buddy and I took his 6 year old camping for the first time.
The sites were not as secluded as I’d prefer but we made do. Nice hiking trails around the camp.
Watch out for ticks though.
TravelerNice little campground for a little getaway, great place for camping with kids, plenty to do from swim, fish, bike the whole park, play at the park, watch movies at night in the community pavilion, campsites are nice, have electric, water and some have sewer. Prices are good.
TravelerThis is a wonderful campsite to check out in the off season, it does fill up quickly when camping season kicks off and spots are very close together. Quite a few level areas so works well for tent or camper vans. A couple pit toilets and water pump are on sight.
ScoutA wonderful place to pop in for a day or 3 and just relax in nature, beware of bugs though!
LegendGeneral: Large state park with 256 campsites, all with electric (20-30-50 amp) hookups. Sites 1-11 and 21-29 have full hookups (water, sewer, electric). Also, there are a lodge and cabins. The park is very well maintained. This park is close to Toledo and within spitting distance of several refineries although you’d never know it!
Site Quality: All sites are very generous in size and appear to be spaced with a decent amount of space apart with foliage providing varying levels of privacy. Some have beautiful trees that in peak fall color would be stunning. All camper pads are paved and long enough to accommodate large RVs. Some have concrete pads for picnic tables, although the sites in our loop did not. A wooden picnic table and fire ring complete each site.
Restroom/Shower house: Very clean, however, bathhouses are shared between two loops. Each bathhouse only has two shower stalls, which may necessitate a wait when the campground is full. A hook and a small bench but nowhere to put soap/shampoo in the shower. Good warm water.
Activities/Amenities: So much to do! Several lakes are good for fishing or boating. Many trails, some grassy and some paved are good for walking, running, and biking. A beautiful and extensive boardwalk constructed by the Ohio Civilian Conservation Corps is available only for foot traffic. Bike rentals are available. A small camp store. Laundry facilities. Donuts and muffins on the weekends. Several playgrounds. Bird houses and feeders are located throughout the park and especially in the spring, you can hear many varieties of birds chirping (however, you will also experience the by-products of so many birds!). Excellent cell service (Verizon). There is also a dump station.
There was a warning that due to the proximity to an urban area campers, bikes, etc. should be locked up but I didn't feel that vibe.
We enjoyed two stays at this campground, once in September and once in May. Even though this large campground was full when we were there on a weekend in September, we did not feel overcrowded. There were many empty campsites when we were there during the week in May (the week before Memorial Day); we very much enjoyed our stay both times!
Camping near Tipton, Michigan, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. From serene lakes to well-maintained campgrounds, there’s something for everyone.
Camping near Tipton, Michigan, has its perks and quirks. With a little planning, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Tipton, MI is W. J. Hayes State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 10 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 parks near Tipton, MI that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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