Top Dog Friendly Camping near Tipton, MI

Looking to find an RV campground or tent campsite near Tipton that allows dogs? Camping is an adventurous and unique way to escape the city—and you can bring along your furry friend. Each pet-friendly campsite offers quick access to one or more of Tipton's most popular destinations.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Tipton, MI (94)

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews In Tipton

449 Reviews of 94 Tipton Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Harrison Lake State Park Campground
    August 24, 2024

    Harrison Lake State Park Campground

    Great site!

    Our first time at this park and got lucky with our site. The pad was a little unlevel but easy to fix. The fire ring was fantastic and had pea gravel around it so if it rained it wasn’t a muddy mess. Great site with grass for tents and no one behind us besides a cornfield. We had a sidewalk next to us to the bathroom but there were so many bathrooms we didn’t have very many people pass by. It had pretty decent shade but unfortunately a sweet gum tree nearby so watch out if you’re barefoot. The shower house was nice but no benches in the stall and only had curtains. They were very clean and the camp hosts were friendly. We are headed back in September!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Chemung Outdoor Resort
    August 13, 2024

    Lake Chemung Outdoor Resort

    Great for year-round camping - Winter camping as well

    Love this campground for it's friendly people to it's great amenities. They have an indoor pool, sauna, putt putt, playground, lake  Great for Winter camping as well.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park Campground
    August 7, 2024

    Sterling State Park Campground

    Nothing seems enforced here

    Stayed 5 days. Had a FHU site, of which there's a lot here. That all worked fine. Almost no trees here. None of the usual painted lines on the pavement to indicate your site boundaries, which sucks. You have to guess, and hope your neighbor doesn't spread out.

    Nothing seems enforced here, and I mean nothing. Rarely saw anyone patrolling the park, never saw any staff checking sites before the next camper came in. My site had dog droppings and cigarette butts in the firepit. Neighbors had FOUR vehicles on site, two more than the rules. Witnessed endless speeding and people going the wrong way on the roads. Without exaggerating, 80% of the cars were going too fast, 75% going the wrong way. No one seems to care or enforces anything. I think the supervisor here should be fired or retrained. I camp in 4 to 8 MI state parks per summer, this is the only one where it felt like no one cares.

    They need some "wrong way" signs and "speed limit 10" signs. (15 is too high, cause 15 means 20 to people, 10 means 15... ). Then they need to care.

    At least the bathrooms were clean.

    You can get TV from Detroit or Toledo, and T-Mobile service was ok.

    Groceries and many dining options not far off.

    We're 50/50 on staying here ever again.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA
    August 5, 2024

    Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA

    Small basic campground near Toledo

    Our site was $59.95 a night.

    We were in Site# 504. We had Full hook- up with a gravel pull-through.
    We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep. The site was easy to level. We were charged $25 additional for my jeep since we were towing the trailer. We also were charged $10 because we arrived at 1:25 PM and check-in is at 2 PM. The park was close to empty so arriving early was not an inconvenience. We drove ourselves to our spot (no escort).

    Our site was shaded with lots of trees. This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

    The lot comes with a concrete patio with picnic table and fire ring. They sell wood for $6 a bundle.

    There is free WiFi, although not strong. They offer Cable TV and there are many channels.

    There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.

    They pickup your garbage at your site daily before noon.

    You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They do not provide golf cart rentals. There is really not a need to have a Golf cart because it is a smaller campground.

    They do have a Swimming pool but it is currently closed due to maintenance (although it just looked closed- no signs of maintenance being done).

    There is a Playground. They also offer horseshoes, corn hole, giant jinga.

    They have a basic general store. There are not scheduled activities for kids.

    There is not a snack bar/restaurant on site.

    The streets are gravel so not great for riding bikes. This is an RV park with tent camping and cabins to rent.

    They have one shower house. The shower house has individual bathrooms with your own sink, shower, toilet. These are kept very clean.

    There is a laundry facility. It is a cash only facility, but they have a change machine. There are approximately 4 washers and 4 dryers. It is approximately $2.50 to wash and $2.50 to dry a load.

    They have a small fenced in dog park.

    There isn’t tons to doin the actual city of Perryville. But Toledo is a 20 minute drive.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
    July 29, 2024

    Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

    Great Campground

    Great out of the way campground. It was nice and quiet. Bathrooms were clean and well kept. The gentleman that checked us in moved things around so we could all be together not on different sites well away frome each other. Would definitely go there again.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Wilderness Campground
    July 27, 2024

    Wilderness Campground

    Amazing view & trails!

    Highly recommend Wilderness State Park Campground on the north western point of lower Michigan! It’s amazing to see the sunset and the sunrise from the same spot and the Mackinaw Bridge! there’s a small dog Beech because of the plover population, but it’s sufficient. trails are amazing. Make sure to have lots of bug spray. Recommend stain closer to the beach rather than the pines. The pines tend to have more mosquitoes in my opinion.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Harrison Lake State Park Campground
    July 22, 2024

    Harrison Lake State Park Campground

    Great Campground

    The sites in the tent-only section were well sized and shady. We were on the lake side and were able to get some nice views of Harrison Lake. There were families on either side of us with little kids who were well behaved, albeit a little noisy (i.e a really young child was screaming for about 2 minutes straight non-stop at 9 am until finally the parents said something). Bathroom facilities (single occupancy with shower) were about a 3 minute walk and were clean. Good stay!

  • Camper-submitted photo from W. J. Hayes State Park Campground
    July 15, 2024

    W. J. Hayes State Park Campground

    Hayes State Park

    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, showers were private with hot water, and there were activities and a beach/playground for kids. Checkin/out was simple, and coffee/hot coco was provided by the campsite each morning. Will be returning to this campsite again. I suggest sites 93-96 for more private/shaded sites.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hideaway RV Park
    July 15, 2024

    Hideaway RV Park

    Great 1st camping experience

    This was our 1st ever camping trip and it was a delight. Pull thru spot, super easy to get to, full hookup. Spots had plenty of room, some had grass others had concrete. Quiet, very chill RV park, small beach on a pond for fishing playground for kids and plenty of room for our small dog. Linda (owner) was amazing, very helpful and easy to use venmo for payment and for firewood use. Overall a great experience , would definitely visit again. Plenty to do around town, lakes everywhere just have to choose which one to go to.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
    July 12, 2024

    Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    Great staff, good hosts, not bad

    Camped here thru the 4th of July weekend. The staff kept noise and other stupidity tamped down. They say quiet time is all the time, and I love that.

    Typical MI state park, sites are electric (30a and/or 50a) only.

    No real beach, but there is a swimming area. Picked up Detroit TV stations easily, good for the rainy mornings we had.

    With T-Mobile, Internet service was practically non-existent. Phone calls & texts worked. The camper across from us said it was the same for Verizon.

    One section is mostly paved & ADA sites, the "upper" section is grassy and/or dirt. Both restroom/shower buildings were fine, I just wish they had posted times when they'll be closed for cleaning.

    All in all, we'd have no problem returning here.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Haas Lake Park RV Campground
    July 9, 2024

    Haas Lake Park RV Campground

    Use to love camping here when it was Haas now, they do not allow tents

    Use to love bringing the family to Haas, now that it is Sun Adventures they don't allow tents. It's really sad how many new parks want to cater to only the RVer's. Yes, we have a RV, but our young adult kids cannot afford a RV, so they tent it. Want be coming back anytime soon.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Twin Pines Campground & Canoe Livery
    June 27, 2024

    Twin Pines Campground & Canoe Livery

    Quaint, pretty, and fun!

    I visited this campground last summer! It was a smaller campground, but very woodsy (just how I like it)! They have kayak/canoeing, a playground area for the kids, and good site sizes. The only thing that wasn’t pleasant was the beach area (too small and muddy), and the fact that my boyfriend’s mother had to pull off leeches various different times after being in the water!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park Campground
    June 15, 2024

    Sterling State Park Campground

    Great spot!

    Wonderful views from site 117. We booked the last spot of the night. It was an easy pull through with water, electric, and sewer hookup. You are right across from some good walking trails and walking distance to the beach. Lots of electric scooters, dogs, and bikes around.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Marble Springs Campground
    June 4, 2024

    Marble Springs Campground

    More rules then posted refused to update rules.

    Fishing but is catch and release. It is not posted any where in the rules or at the fishing spots. Nore was I told this be fore being warned about it. Cancled season and went to where I could catch and eat.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Maumee Bay State Park Campground
    May 16, 2024

    Maumee Bay State Park Campground

    Clean Facilities / Great Location

    Sites are large, level, and grassy with vegetation barriers between sites with mowed buddy site access at back of each site. Shower houses are limited but modern and clean. Sunday morning’s line at the dump station can get very backed up!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Waterloo Portage Lake Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area
    May 3, 2024

    Waterloo Portage Lake Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Vicious dogs not on 6-foot leash as required

    The 6-foot leash rules are very clearly stated. There are many campers whose dogs remain the exception and don't abide by the rules. My leashed dod has been threatened by vicious larger unleashed dogs as I walk my dog more than once this month. So the camp host or ranger should , after warning the offending campers once, call the county animal control. This situation is way out of control.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sunny's Campground
    April 1, 2024

    Sunny's Campground

    Lots of fun

    I took my family there and we had a great time. My 7 year really enjoyed the swimming and riding his bike through the campground. When we stayed the campground had brought in large inflatable water slide which was a great time. They charge for WIFI and it wasn’t very good at all, but that is my only complaint.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area
    February 24, 2024

    Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Nice State Park Layout

    This was a campground that we stayed at on our way to the northern part of the state. This for me, was a place that I would like to come back to for a longer stay. The camp sites were nice, there was a nice swimming area in crystal clear water and a beautiful bathhouse. It had a more modern layout that could accommodate many campers. My only complaint, and the reason that I'll have a hard time talking my wife into going back was the mosquitoes were pretty bad the evening that we were there. Other than that I liked it a lot.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Fish Lake Family Resort
    October 30, 2023

    Fish Lake Family Resort

    A real family campground with a friendly community.

    The owner was wonderful, friendly, and responsive! 

    The site was good for an overnight stay.

    It seems most sites were seasonal and those folks were very friendly.

    We would definitely stay again when going through the area.

    Lots of things happening...and even though we were just a one-night stay, passing through, we were invited to take part in everything going on.  We felt very welcome.



Guide to Tipton

Camping near Tipton, Michigan, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. From serene lakes to well-maintained campgrounds, there’s something for everyone.

What to do:

What campers like:

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Lake Hudson Recreation Area, have rustic features. A camper warned, "It’s a rustic campground with no water or dump station, so make sure you bring water."
  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially at Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area. One visitor noted, "The mosquitoes were pretty bad the evening that we were there."
  • Road Conditions: The drive to some campgrounds can be bumpy. A camper at Lake Hudson Recreation Area mentioned, "The road to get in is a dusty road that’s very bumpy."

Tips for camping with families:

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Electric Hookups: Make sure to check the distance of electric hookups at places like Lake Hudson Recreation Area. A camper advised, "Electrical hookups are far out from most sites, sometimes around 50-70 ft."
  • Bring Extension Cords: If you’re camping at Harrison Lake State Park Campground, be prepared with long extension cords. One camper mentioned, "Make sure you have extension cords!"
  • Plan for Dumping: Some campgrounds, like Lake Hudson Recreation Area, don’t have dump stations. A visitor shared, "We used the RV dump station at the Loves Truck Stop in Marshall, MI on our way home."

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 dog-friendly campground near Tipton, MI is Lake Hudson Recreation Area with a 4-star rating from 14 reviews.

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