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Ja Do Park Campground in Tipton accepts pets across its tent and RV sites, offering electric hookups and water access for campers traveling with dogs. W.J. Hayes State Park Campground features a dedicated dog run area where pets can exercise off-leash, while maintaining standard leash requirements throughout the main camping areas. Both campgrounds provide fire rings, picnic tables, and seasonal availability from May through October. The sites at Hayes State Park include wooded options with ample shade, beneficial for keeping pets comfortable during summer months. All pet-friendly locations require owners to clean up after their animals and keep them leashed when not in designated exercise areas. Most campsites around Tipton maintain a two-pet maximum policy, though specific limits vary by location.
Lake Hudson Recreation Area and Indian Creek Camp & Conference Center offer additional pet-friendly camping options within a short drive of Tipton. Trails throughout these properties allow for dog walking, with most requiring 6-foot leashes. Campers note that sites at Ted Ranch Campground are spacious enough for pet exercise areas and temporary dog pens. The campground is situated across from Michigan International Speedway, making noise levels a consideration when camping with noise-sensitive pets during race weekends. Waterloo Recreation Area's Green Lake Rustic Campground, approximately 30 minutes north of Tipton, permits pets in both tent and RV sites while offering access to hiking trails suitable for dog walking. During summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to avoid hot ground surfaces that can damage pet paws.
"Most sites around the outside are decently wooded. There’s a nice little mile nature trail through one of those loops. There’s a nice dog run that we took advantage of."
"It has access to Wamplers Lake and there are several other lakes near by. The area is quiet and clean."
from $35 - $160 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $27 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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"
from $38 - $60 / night
Check Availability"campground though, MIS started a new music night this year at the M50 Creekside campground within the track and the music was so loud that we heard the bass and every lyric at Ted Ranch (which is a mile away from"
"This place is across the street from Michigan international speedway and sure beats fighting all the people/campers in the infield campgrounds!"
from $25 / night
Check Availability"Very friendly and family oriented the do activities right down the street from the lake and they make you feel like one big family :)"
"Lots of shade trees, beautiful well groomed trails for walking. Even a dog park, which our Golden Retriever really enjoyed."
from $65 - $75 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $67 - $90 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"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."
"We purchased our new rPod 193 late in the fall and have been dying to give it a test camp and Michigan Winter Weather gave us a great opportunity the week after Christmas (2021)."
"It is a bit of a walk to get to but is handicap accessible.
There are two bathrooms throughout the loop and one at the beach."
from $35 - $40 / night
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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.
ScoutWe really enjoyed our stay. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Delivered our firewood right to our site. Lots of shade trees, beautiful well groomed trails for walking. Even a dog park, which our Golden Retriever really enjoyed.
GuideNice Park Nice park for full timers. Large spots to accommodate big rigs and kids. Full hook ups. Cell service great with Verizon hotspot(22u, 20d, 38ms and AT&T cell(27d, 20u, 27ms). Playgrounds everywhere for the kids. Giant dog park and ponds. Pool was closed. Just needs more grass. Our spot was really patchy and resulted in a lot of mud. Great campground with polite and helpful staff. Don’t pass this one up.
GuideNice park for full timers. Large spots to accommodate big rigs and kids. Full hook ups. Cell service great with Verizon hotspot (22u, 20d, 38ms and AT&T cell(27d, 20u, 27ms). Playgrounds everywhere for the kids. Giant dog park and ponds. Pool was closed. Just needs more grass. Our spot was really patchy and resulted in a lot of mud.
Great campground with polite and helpful staff. Don’t pass this one up.
GuideWe have been here a few times. Really enjoy the secluded sites and the lake. It’s a small campground but it’s clean and quiet. Most sites don’t have water hookups but they do have electric. There isn’t much to do outside of the campground but there is a nice lake with canoe and kayak rentals. Very pet friendly and even has a dog beach.
RangerThey offer campsites full hookups pet friendly
They offer electric only no pets they offer campsites no pets.
They have a tent only section.
They have a beach, tennis courts, children's playground,rustic cabins, they have a recreation field Kids Activities arts and crafts!!! They have 16 resort cabins, this place is HUGH
Bathrooms were dated and we arrived Monday after Labor Day so I can't judge them. They had a FULL HOUSE on Labor Day per the front gate. I was very impressed there was no garbage at campsites and picked up very well.
GREAT biking trails you can catch on premise and bike over to Kensington and to the charming town of Milford
TravelerNice lakes for swimming and can take your pet as well! Big playground and nice bathrooms
ScoutPet friendly. Great camp store. Clean campground. Nice beach. Beautiful!!
ScoutThe camping area is nice. It is a little open for our like but there good activities you can do with the kids or pets.
Waterloo Recreation Area and W.J. Hayes State Park anchor camping options near Tipton, Michigan, with over 20,000 acres of outdoor recreation space within a 30-minute drive. Tipton sits in the Irish Hills region at approximately 1,000 feet elevation, characterized by rolling terrain and numerous small lakes. Camping season typically runs April through October, with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F during peak months.
Trail exploration: Green Lake Rustic Campground offers direct access to multiple trail systems. "I loved this quiet little campground! I stayed at #6 and had a beautiful view of the lake. There is a hiking trailhead, Border to Border bike trail, and DTE mountain bike trail nearby. You can bike a few miles in to Chelsea, a very cute town with shops, restaurants, brewery and distillery," notes Melissa B.
Lake activities: W. J. Hayes State Park Campground provides water recreation opportunities on Wamplers Lake. "It has access to Wamplers Lake and there are several other lakes near by. The area is quiet and clean," reports Annie G. The park includes boat rentals for exploring the water without bringing your own equipment.
Wildlife viewing: Lake Hudson Recreation Area offers opportunities for nature observation. "Great for fishing, wildlife viewing and swimming. You must bring your water unless you want to hand pump it from the only central pump," explains Bob J. The park's designation as a dark sky preserve makes it ideal for stargazing away from light pollution.
Spacious sites: Many campsites throughout the region provide ample room. "Our site was the perfect spot for two tents and a hammock, and I loved the fire pit and table being next to the driveway. There's electric at every site, and a paved driveway for RVs," shares Emma W. about her experience at Hayes State Park.
Quiet atmosphere: Lake Hudson Recreation Area offers a peaceful experience compared to other locations. "Lake Hudson is a dark sky preserve full of trees, nature and a beautiful lake. The camping sites come with an electric plug in, a nice fire ring and a picnic table. They are cute sites. Most are not by the lake," reports Marg B.
Family amenities: Apple Creek Campground provides numerous activities for children. "This is a well kept campground that has lots of trees (shady sites) and some nice amenities for kids. There is a pool and a volleyball area as well as a playground. There is also nice walking/hiking trails connected right to the property," explains Robyn H.
Site privacy varies: Campgrounds in the area differ greatly in how separated sites are. "This small campground (about 40 sites) is well off the beaten path, but still easy to access by road. Each site is separated from the next by young forest, so it lends to a very private and secluded atmosphere," notes Meghan R. about Lake Hudson Recreation Area.
Water access limitations: Not all bodies of water are suitable for swimming. "The lake is not good for swimming as it is very mucky and covered in Lilly pads," warns Mike B. about Green Lake. Research water conditions before planning water activities.
Facility availability: Campground amenities differ significantly across locations. "It is rustic with just vault toilets. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring," explains Mike B. about Green Lake Rustic Campground. Many campgrounds have limited or no shower facilities.
Activity planning: Indian Creek Camp & Conference Center offers numerous family-oriented features. "This campground had all the fun stuff my kids enjoy. The jumping pillow was popular as they spent most of their time there. We enjoyed visiting the llamas...Yes, they have llamas! And we even got to use the zip line which was a lot of fun that we could all do together," shares Angela H.
Site selection for shade: When camping during summer months, consider tree coverage. "We stayed in a tent on site 32, this was a very nice campground, peaceful, with trails and ample shade. Campsites were decently sized, fire pits were big, $5 per bundle of dry wood," notes Miranda J. about Hayes State Park.
Pet-friendly options: Ja Do Park Campground welcomes families with dogs. "Very friendly and family oriented they do activities right down the street from the lake and they make you feel like one big family," reports Heather R. Most pet-friendly sites have specific rules about leashing and cleanup.
Hookup availability: Electric service varies between campgrounds. "There is a nice little mile nature trail through one of those loops. There's a nice dog run that we took advantage of. There's a couple of lakes where you can fish and kayak," explains Alex H. about W.J. Hayes State Park, which offers both 30-amp and 50-amp options at select sites.
Size restrictions: Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern accommodates larger rigs but site selection matters. "If your longer than 40ft be aware most sites will not work for you here, they do have some but the wood line, privacy and nature is great. Lots of activities for the family by camp staff," cautions Mano P.
Seasonal considerations: Campground experiences change dramatically throughout the season. "This 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," advises John P. about Green Lake Rustic Campground.
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