Best Glamping near Trenton, MI

Looking to get away and reconnect with nature? Glamping near Trenton is the perfect choice. Glamping is not only a fun alternative to traditional tent camping, but also allows you to pack more or less gear as you see fit. These scenic and easy to access Michigan glamping locations are perfect for any adventurer.

Best Glamping Sites Near Trenton, Michigan (20)

    Camper-submitted photo at Sterling State Park Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Sterling State Park Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Sterling State Park Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Sterling State Park Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Sterling State Park Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Sterling State Park Campground near Monroe, MI

    1. Sterling State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    51 Photos
    151 Saves
    Monroe, Michigan

    Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $36 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Maumee Bay State Park Campground near Oregon, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Maumee Bay State Park Campground near Oregon, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Maumee Bay State Park Campground near Oregon, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Maumee Bay State Park Campground near Oregon, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Maumee Bay State Park Campground near Oregon, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Maumee Bay State Park Campground near Oregon, OH

    2. Maumee Bay State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    215 Photos
    263 Saves
    Oregon, Ohio

    Campground closed for renovations starting Nov 2019

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo at East Harbor State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at East Harbor State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at East Harbor State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at East Harbor State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at East Harbor State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at East Harbor State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH

    3. East Harbor State Park Campground

    50 Reviews
    150 Photos
    242 Saves
    Kelleys Island, Ohio

    East Harbor State Park Campground is the largest in the Ohio State Park system. It offers Full Hookup, Electric, Non-electric and ADA sites. Pets are permitted at all sites. Other options include a Yurt (ADA), two Sherman Cabins (one ADA cabin), and Group Camping. Reservations are required and can be made online or by calling (866) 644-6727.

    Located in Ohio on the sandy shores of Lake Erie awaits an enormous haven of fun, with tons of chances to recreate. Boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking, and camping all attract flocks of visitors to East Harbor State Park.

    Nature lovers will rejoice thanks to the dense population of waterfowl, shore birds, and other species of wildlife. Owing to the swampy, wetland climate, a host of migratory species regularly flock to the region. However, the land was not always this rich. It wasn’t until the draining of the Great Black Swamp that the land transformed into an agricultural oasis, producing regional varieties of fruits such as grapes and peaches.

    Before European Settlement, East Harbor region was home to Native American tribes like the Ottawa and Wyandot Tribes. Stemming from the translation “trader”, the Ottawa tribe earned its title due to the geographic location of East Harbor. During the period of Westward Expansion, this park’s acreage was first the heart of popular trade routes for Native Americans.

    As it developed, the region has long been valued for its recreational potential. In fact, Lake Erie is more similar (and exotic) to a tropical beach resort than you’d first think. This is due to the extensive range of plant and animal life, long sandy beaches, and the immense size of the lake itself. As a result of these factors, 1,831 acres were reserved and protected, to be known today as East Harbor State Park.

    Camping at East Harbor is readily available with 352 electric sites. Furthermore, there are 160 non-electric sites available for a cheaper nightly rate. There are also an additional 51 full hook-up sites for those in Recreational Vehicles. Working Nomads and Van Dwellers will be grateful to find Wifi Available, however there is a small fee to use it.

    Finally, there’s Dump Stations, Bathrooms, and Showers are routinely located throughout. For a more secure (and expensive) shelter option, there is one Yurt available for reservation. Book in advance, however, as it tends to be very competitive.

    If you’ve got furry friends, you can take a breath of relief as pets are permitted on all sites. Moreover, Bike rentals are available as well as games and sporting equipment from the camp office/lodge. Get outside with your friends (any number of legs invited) and enjoy everything that East Harbor State Park has to offer.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at South Bass Island State Park Campground near Put-in-Bay, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at South Bass Island State Park Campground near Put-in-Bay, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at South Bass Island State Park Campground near Put-in-Bay, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at South Bass Island State Park Campground near Put-in-Bay, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at South Bass Island State Park Campground near Put-in-Bay, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at South Bass Island State Park Campground near Put-in-Bay, OH

    4. South Bass Island State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    169 Photos
    140 Saves
    Put-in-Bay, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Pepper C.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Proud Lake Recreation Area near Wolverine Lake, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Proud Lake Recreation Area near Wolverine Lake, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Proud Lake Recreation Area near Wolverine Lake, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Proud Lake Recreation Area near Wolverine Lake, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Proud Lake Recreation Area near Wolverine Lake, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Proud Lake Recreation Area near Wolverine Lake, MI

    5. Proud Lake Recreation Area

    16 Reviews
    42 Photos
    142 Saves
    Wolverine Lake, Michigan

    Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park near Belleville, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park near Belleville, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park near Belleville, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park near Belleville, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park near Belleville, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park near Belleville, MI

    6. Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park

    7 Reviews
    15 Photos
    30 Saves
    Belleville, Michigan
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Bishop Lake Campground near Brighton, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Bishop Lake Campground near Brighton, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Bishop Lake Campground near Brighton, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Bishop Lake Campground near Brighton, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Bishop Lake Campground near Brighton, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Bishop Lake Campground near Brighton, MI

    7. Bishop Lake Campground

    26 Reviews
    62 Photos
    95 Saves
    Brighton, Michigan

    Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $17 - $90 / night

    Daniel & Heather U.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Kelleys Island State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kelleys Island State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kelleys Island State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kelleys Island State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kelleys Island State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH
    Camper-submitted photo at Kelleys Island State Park Campground near Kelleys Island, OH

    8. Kelleys Island State Park Campground

    31 Reviews
    204 Photos
    216 Saves
    Kelleys Island, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Beth G.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Camp Dearborn near Milford, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Dearborn near Milford, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Dearborn near Milford, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Dearborn near Milford, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Dearborn near Milford, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Dearborn near Milford, MI

    9. Camp Dearborn

    15 Reviews
    34 Photos
    59 Saves
    Milford, Michigan
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground near Monroe, MI
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground near Monroe, MI

    10. Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground

    2 Reviews
    5 Photos
    21 Saves
    Monroe, Michigan
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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Recent Glamping Reviews near Trenton, Michigan

335 Reviews of 20 Trenton Campgrounds


  • Jillian E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
    Jun. 14, 2020

    Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Rustic, relaxing, & quiet

    Great little campground. I ended up here after not being able to find a site at many other locations and I’m glad I did! I’ve gone back many times and it’s always beautiful and quiet. Also there are many different sites to choose from, on the water views and a yurt for a more romantic cozy experience.

  • G
    Camper-submitted photo from Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
    Sep. 9, 2018

    Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    With multiple camping styles

    There are multiple camping opportunities with a variety of camping styles. Yurt rental, to hike-in rustic sites, there's good camping for anyone. A 35 mile hiking trail runs through the entire area with small day trails branching off to points of interest, all with corresponding camp sites. It has good isolation, but not far from creature comforts either.

  • Dan N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Maumee Bay State Park Campground
    Oct. 1, 2016

    Maumee Bay State Park Campground

    Lovely swamp (not sarcasm!)

    This on a bay on the very western side of Lake Erie among a wildlife refuge and wilderness area. I came for the birding and wasn’t disappointed. Parts of this park are very built up as a resort feel but the nature center, shore swimming, and wilderness is still very nice. Unfortunately they allow hunting and trapping, it was disturbing. The campsites are pretty crowded but still ok. There’s a yurt and cabins too.

  • Mike B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
    Sep. 5, 2018

    Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Rustic Campground Close to Town

    I stayed here with my kids because it was close to home and town. It makes for an easy getaway for a night or two.

    It is rustic with just vault toilets. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring.

    The lake is not good for swimming as it is very mucky and covered in Lilly pads.

    It can fill up quick because it is close to town.

    There is a Yurt for rent here as well through the Waterloo Recreation web page.

  • Erin H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kelleys Island State Park Campground
    Jul. 12, 2016

    Kelleys Island State Park Campground

    Kelley's island state park

    The ferry ride it takes to access this state park island is well worth the time and fees! Fun beach side restaurants, dirt roads and pretty beaches. The state park has camping that can accommodate launching your boat if needed. They have showers, although they aren't always very clean. The campground has a beach and playground. You can also purchase wood. Yurts are available for rent. accommodates RV, tent and group camping, although tent spots can be cramped. But nothing beats a lake view spot! I recommend bringing or renting bikes to tour the island!

  • Megan A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
    Aug. 1, 2020

    Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    Bruin Lake Campground

    Wonderful place even when it’s packed. Harder to get reservations over the years but always a great place to stay. Awesome bathrooms newly renovated. Nice spots. Mostly paved in the lower sites. Nice swimming area however no beach sand. Just a grassy area. Public boat launch on Bruin lake. Bruin lake connects to a few more lakes creating a nice chain of lakes. Half moon at the end of the chain is a great all sports lake. Awesome fishing. Sites have electric, no water. There is a dump station. Wood and ice available for purchase and a few vending machines. Nice hiking trails. They do have a few hike in yurts and hike in camping sites. Decent parking places for those hike ins.

  • Madison D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
    May. 11, 2020

    Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Busy

    As someone who used to live near the area, I frequently tried to get a site in this campground for an easy camping experience without too much hassle. I've only stayed here once, as every other time I've attempted it's been full. I have frequented the areas trails, and they're great.

    Sites here are not reservable. I would recommend getting to camp early if it's a busy time of year. It seems that this campground has increased in popularity as the nearby DTE bike trail gains exposure. Nonetheless, this is a great campground close to a few great small towns that offers peacefulness while also being close enough to a great pizza joint to grab a beer or two. If you plan to visit and you have a mountain bike, you must check on the DTE trail conditions and take the trail for a spin.

    There is a pit toilet and water available. There is a yurt on the water available for reservations. Many people fish in Green Lake.

  • Wailym C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kelleys Island State Park Campground
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Kelleys Island State Park Campground

    Simply amazing camping

    This state island campground is more than expected!  worth the ferry travel, a paradise kept secret.  We stumbled upon this island by accident along our travels after Labor Day and we totally fell in love.  The water front camping, swimming, boating, kayaking, historic sites, attractions and facilities are superb.  Everything you need and more than you expect.  We traveled in with our 34’ trailer.  The ferry cost was a bit high, around $200 round trip for us, truck and camper….but it was worth it!!  The campground is immaculate, quiet during the week especially after Labor Day, the weekend brings a larger crowd.  Walking trails, sites, boating and swimming all available from campground.  Sandy shallow beach with beautiful view.  Ice, firewood and a store conveniently located at campground.  The campground is small and sites a bit tight but spaced accordingly and comfortable.  Two waterfront cabins and two yurts available for rent as well.  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the island overall. The glacial grooves, limestone crusher, north loop trail, beach and boat launch all withing walking distance.  We rented bikes downtown to explore rest of island, including winery, cantina and local bars.  Counting the days to go back.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from East Harbor State Park Campground
    Oct. 29, 2024

    East Harbor State Park Campground

    Another great Ohio State Park

    General: This campground is huge with a mix of FHU (some back-in and some pull-through), electric hookup, no hookup, group sites, cabins, and one yurt. On a Monday night in June, many of the sites were occupied. 

    Site Quality: All camper pads were paved and appeared level. Some sites were a little close together but there was reasonable separation and there was plenty of foliage. Site H3 was a good one as it had no site next to it on one side. 

    Bath/Shower house: In our loop, the bathhouse was clean. It took a while for the water to get hot but once it did, it was very hot. The water pressure was very good. The only problem with the shower was that water leaked out onto the floor outside and there always appeared to be a lot of water, which could pose a slipping hazard. 

    Activities/Amenities: A camper store and nature center, game room, laundry, dump station and potable water, disc golf, hiking trails, multi-use trails, marina (for large boats, not kayaks or SUPS), basketball, volleyball, archery, fish cleaning station. I think I mentioned everything! 

    We enjoyed our two-night stay here, and if/when we return, we would consider taking a ferry to some of the smaller islands nearby.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
    Aug. 6, 2020

    Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Quiet with great views

    While you technically don’t need a reservation, we made our reservations through the DNR website about a month in advance. The campsite was listed as ‘full’ when we arrived, so I was glad we took the extra step.

    The sites are generously sized, with room to stretch out. There isn’t much privacy between sites, with a few exceptions, but this campsite is so quiet and well-behaved that it didn’t end up mattering much. The lack of cover between sites gave everyone a nice view of the lake from our tents on our inland sites, which was beautiful.

    We had access to 3 different vault toilets, which was a generous amount for the capacity of the campground. We arrived on a Thursday & they were about as clean & tidy as you can ask a vault to be. Generously sized buildings that seemed regularly checked on. Hand sanitizer pumps were installed and full, and toilet paper was always available.

    I took one star off for the dense population of ground bees that were in front of all 3 vault toilets, and along the main path to the yurt and water pump. Bees are part of the natural outdoors, but there were dozens of active entrances dug into walking & driving paths. It seemed like a bad combo for both the bees and the campers, cars were often driving over their nests and leaving them agitated. They don’t travel far from their holes though, so we kept a respectful distance and danced around them when they seemed upset.

    Overall, we’d absolutely visit this site again. It was a beautiful place to spend our vacation & we enjoyed ourselves a lot over our 4 day stay.

  • K S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blind Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
    Sep. 3, 2018

    Blind Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    Couldn’t find it!!!

    I hiked the Potawatomi trail this weekend to get to my reservation site #2 on Blind Lake. I started at trailhead #2 instead of #7 because the ranger explained it really fast and I didn’t quite understand the two starting options. I did take the shortcut which gives you a 7mi hike in, though if you start at #7 I think that makes it a little less but by how much I couldn’t say. If you do the full trail loop without the shortcut to #11 you’re adding on at least 2.5mi.

    I started a bit late and when you get to the end of the trail at #12 there’s no further directions. There’s even a trail marker that has an arrow pointing the way you just came saying Trail. No other indications of which way to #12. You cross Crescent Rd and then there’s a dirt path road which one end loops back to Cresent Dr and because for whatever reason I thought I had it wrong I didn’t try the other way on the road. For an hour as it’s raining and getting dark I looked and even called the ranger but they were closed. I hiked up Cresent Rd and knocked on the first house I saw but they ignored me after several attempts!!! At this point it was dark as pitch and raining super hard with lightning. So I made camp right next to someone’s boat slip.

    Next day I found out the camp was on the path I didn’t take on that dirt road but I kept walking so much and didn’t see anything that it made me feel like it was the wrong way.

    So not a great trip, but I did get my rustic experience having only lake water and no toilet - oh yeah I totally went in someone’s backyard. Not relaxing at all though, lol. I give 3 stars because as a newbie I think the trails are well marked but not the ends. If they had one more marker for 12 i would’ve made it. If they had one more marker or arrow for #10 i would’ve found the water pump by the Yurts.

    Lesson learned though- often what’s on the map is a lot further than you think so keep walking till you think you’re going the wrong way then walk a bit more. Second, totally start out early so you’re not caught in a rain storm at 9pm trying to pitch a tent next to someone’s boat house.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from South Bass Island State Park Campground
    Jun. 5, 2020

    South Bass Island State Park Campground

    Great views but inland sites are party city during summer weekends

    Both tent camping and RV/Trailer camping. A few Yurts to rent also which are somewhat isolated from the other camping areas. Reservations can be made exactly 6 months in advance and only a few sites are kept open for walk ins anymore. The sites along the cliff overlooking the lake have fabulous views but are ONLY for tents and one should NOT camp there with small kids.

    The RV camp sites and many of the other camp sites are inland from the cliff and while wooded are generally very close together and most do NOT have a lake view. The ONLY quiet areas in the campgrounds on the weekends are the cliff tent areas since it is a party island and the young people camping in the interior areas seem to never go to bed.  

    The Park has a rocky beach (shoes NECESSARY) which is actually a nice swimming area if you aren't looking for sand under your feet or blanket.  That beach is the only free public place to swim on the island (some hotels do have pools). That beach area is a great area though to launch a kayak or sailboard to use in the cove. There is also a regular boat ramp for larger boats or jet skis.  NO overnight boat tie ups at this state park dock (some at the downtown state park, but those are hard to snag)

    The town is about 1.5 miles down the road and easy to get to via bicycle or island taxi - vehicle parking very limited if you try to drive into town. and the town has numerous bars and restaurants with lots of live entertainment on the weekends. 

    The town is definitely a"party" location on the weekends during the summer months. and there is a very pretty and active harbor there, usually with 100 to 200 boats including some in the 40 to 50 foot range in the harbor on the weekends. 

    The slow ferry to the island (Miller) is the car ferry and it has free parking if you can leave your vehicle behind on the mainland and transport your stuff to the campgrounds via a bike trailer or some other way (about a mile+ from the ferry dock to the state park). If you do take your vehicle over note that the wait time to bring it back on a Sunday while usually 2 to 3 hours can also be up to 6 hours from when you get in line (beware the Miller ferry stops running about 8pm, ie: near sunset). Usually little or no wait time when bringing a vehicle or RV back mid week.

    Pick when you want to go depending upon how much you enjoy noise and partying.  Mid week during the summer season is the best time for those who aren't into 24 hour partying and weren't able to snag a cliff side camp site.  Kelly's Island is quieter and has a nice natural sand beach, so better for weekend trips if going with a family, or if you definitely need a sand beach.  If bands, noise, drinking, and people watching are your desire, well this is the place to go on a summer weekend (ala Key West party atmosphere)

  • Jason F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
    Sep. 22, 2018

    Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

    Great, clean private campground with easy access to the state parks.

    This was our first time staying here. Great private campground with rustic, elec, water/elec (30 amp), and concrete pad sites. Very clean campground with nice shower house. Owners are very friendly. Direct connections to the Waterloo Pinckney trail system. Near Hell, Michigan and Chelsea, Michigan. Large pool in season. Priced reasonably.

  • Korinne K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground
    Jul. 13, 2021

    Camp Lord Willing RV Park & Campground

    Friendly Camping Community

    Stayed at Camp Lord Willing in June 2021 and it was a peaceful friendly environment with seasonal and experienced campers.

    • Lots are gravel
    • Shower House is at the front and not in a centralized location
    • Staff is awesome!
    • Great location for several places to visit in Michigan
  • Rino S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park Campground
    Aug. 5, 2021

    Sterling State Park Campground

    Check your site

    Used Dyrt to scope out the site. Everything was accurate and the Michigan parks website is a breeze to use.

    NOT ALL THE SITES UAVE FULL HOOKUPS. I did not realize this when booking. Nobody's fault but mine. Great fishing ponds, the sites are a little tights.

  • John F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Proud Lake Recreation Area
    Jun. 8, 2019

    Proud Lake Recreation Area

    Great small park!

    Beautiful Michigan State Park Campground along the Huron River on Proud Lake.

    There is a host site with activities and a lending library for books and some sporting equipment.

    It has a boat launch and a canoe / kayak livery on site.

    Bath house is newly built with amazing showers including large Family / Handicap showers.

  • Alex M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kelleys Island State Park Campground
    Aug. 13, 2021

    Kelleys Island State Park Campground

    Amazing Stay

    Absolutely loved this island and campground. We were coming home from Michigan early because of the weather but weren’t ready to go home. We found a great site on a Sunday and rented a golf cart for $40! Definitely will be back when we can stay longer!

  • Brianna S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Proud Lake Recreation Area
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Proud Lake Recreation Area

    Quick and relaxing get away right out of the city

    I had no clue what to expect when booking so close to a few major cities in Michigan. I love feeling secluded while camping and was nervous this would feel like parking lot camping. But, it was AMAZING. For a short drive, I got a huge campsite, a lake view, very clean bathrooms, well kept hiking trails, and easy access to kayaking docs. Not to mention I didn’t even have to pull out the bug spray. It was great.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Dearborn
    Jul. 16, 2021

    Camp Dearborn

    Pontiac Lake Rec RV Site

    Booked a two week stay at Pontiac Lake Rec. area in Whitelak, MI. Huge sites not stacked on top of one another. They have electric hookups, but only 30 amp. No water or sewage at the camp site but available within the park. Grounds are kept very clean and it has been a rather quiet stay even in the weekends when every spot is taken. The only real downside is that Michigan doesn’t offer any type of Military Discounts. Will be staying here again as it’s just down the road from family.

  • James P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
    Jul. 23, 2021

    Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Rustic camping, a whole lot to do!

    Green Lake is a part of the Waterloo State Recreation Area, a 20,000 acre piece of state land with so much to do! Hiking, swimming, boating, equestrian, a nature center, and that's just scratching the surface!

    Green Lake is the rustic campground on the east end of the area. No electricity, 3 privies, a water pump, and a boat launch. No swimming area. Visit the Michigan DNR website for the other campgrounds located in the state park with their specific amenities.

  • Bryan  R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Maumee Bay State Park Campground
    Jun. 5, 2023

    Maumee Bay State Park Campground

    Ohio Gem

    We spent two nights here on our trip to Michigan. We were quite pleased with the campsites and how large they are. You don't feel like you are close to anyone because most sites are surrounded by trees and shrubs. If you are looking to stay more than two nights keep in mind that there are only electric hook ups, so you have to fill your fresh water tank before you set up. Water fill stations are conveniently located throughout the campsite. Don't forget your bikes for this campsite! There are miles of paved bike paths throughout the campsite and a short ride to the lake.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
    Aug. 21, 2020

    Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

    Seriously clean and quiet!

    Wow.. what a nice little getaway in Hell, Michigan area! Camp host, “Lightening” is a friendly and helpful guy who NEVER stopped working (except to chat with campers here and there). The big pool and bathrooms were immaculate, with surrounding patio furniture sanitized nightly (I watched from my RV window and was so impressed with Lightening’s genuine dedication). The site we had was very large and pretty level. The price we paid was W/E $30/night. Cannot beat that for a fun getaway on a budget! Neat area to find trails and lakes to enjoy as well. Highly recommended campground!

  • Holly G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Proud Lake Recreation Area
    Oct. 9, 2021

    Proud Lake Recreation Area

    Nice escape close to home

    First, I'd like to say that I was born and raised in Northern Michigan. That's where I'm used to camping and hiking. I moved to the metro Detroit area a few years ago. I have to admit, I was pretty skeptical about camping in the metro area. Color me surprised! This place is pretty impressive!

    Pro:

    1- The bathrooms ARE nice. They have the standard stall restrooms AND they have family bathrooms that are a toilet, bench and shower area. They've clearly been remodeled lately. Every morning when I go, there's someone there cleaning.

    2- They have vending machines at the bathroom area.

    3- Campsites are spacious.

    4- The hiking/biking trails are wonderful. I just hiked 8 miles and had a wonderful time. Only downside is that "loop 2" was infested with ticks. We had to turn back. Every other step we were picking them off of the dogs. Loop 1 was totally fine and a blast to explore.

    5- If you forgot something, there are stores (Home Depot, Meijer, Walmart, REI) nearby.

    Con:

    1- I didn't come here for the beach but there's no beach-side camping. It looks like you have to walk down quite a few stairs to access the water. No biggie for me as I came here to hike, not swim. Great views of the lake though.

  • Ryan F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Brighton Recreation Area
    Oct. 20, 2021

    Brighton Recreation Area

    Lake Murray Rustic Sites

    This was our first camping experience in Michigan, so we weren’t exactly prepared. My rating takes this into consideration.

    First of all, if it’s rainy or muddy, you might want to think twice about entering the rustic camping area. We have a 4Runner, so it was no problem but a few little cars did slide around and have trouble on the hill by our site.

    Our site wasn’t level, so we were rolling around a bit. If I went there again I’d try to find a spot towards the end of the loop by the exit. These sites were higher and some of them were private. I’d examine the map carefully because some of the sites were horrendously open and basically on the road. Maybe good for a vehicle with a rooftop tent or a trailer of some sort, but it would have been annoying for us. Site M22 was big and far enough away from other campers, but again not level. Probably a good location for a group of hammock campers.

    All that aside, the biggest problem was mosquito activity. The camping area sits on an inaccessible lake with a marsh area.

    When we rolled in the first thing we noticed was that everyone had screen houses set up.

    We didn’t have anything but our tent and a hammock with a big net so everyone got bitten up while cooking and hanging out by the fire. It was pretty miserable. Yes, I realize this is mostly our fault.

    I’ve since purchased a thermacell backpacker and some bug net hats and stuff. I’m looking into constructing an ultralight screen house that can be suspended from trees.

    The last problem was drunk campers hooting and hollering all night but that isn’t the camping areas fault.

    This place is super close to where we are living so I’ll probably schedule it next spring and come prepared. There are lots of nearby lakes and recreational trails so it’s a fun place to be with family.

  • Emma W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bishop Lake Campground
    Jun. 2, 2019

    Bishop Lake Campground

    Ranger Review: Eclipse Equinox Hoodie at Bishop Lake Campground

    Campground Review:

    Bishop Lake is a great campground located in the middle of the Brighton Rec Area. The upper and lower campgrounds are both modern, with every site including electric. There are two rustic campgrounds as well down the road. When we went to go get a campsite (you can reserve online for an $8 fee) they told us that the upper campground would be the better choice, due to the heavy rain that had come through earlier. It was the perfect choice! Our campsite was spacious, with a few pine trees for shade. If you have a hammock, the outer edge of campsites would be perfect. Only downside to our campsite was the distance between the picnic table and the fire pit. The bathrooms and showers are in the lower campground, but it’s a 5 minute walk or 30sec drive to them. They were clean, stocked with toilet paper and the showers were warm. There’s a ton of hiking trails, a boat launch and boat rental, as well as the beach and inflatable water park. Overall a great little nature spot in the middle of the Brighton area.

    Gear Review: As a ranger for The Dyrt, I sometimes get sent awesome gear that I could use and try for my upcoming trip. This time I got to try the equinox hoodie from Eclipse Sun Products (https://eclipseglove.com/collections/all-eclipse-sun-products/products/equinox-hoodie-beach-cover-up). This hoodie is super super lightweight, and the open sides allow for a nice breeze on hot days. Of course, their main feature is the 50+ UPF fabric used in not just the hoodie, but all of Eclipses sun products. I am a melanoma survivor, so having something lightweight, but protective, is so great. It’s one size fits all, and while it fits me great at 5’5, I have also heard from other taller people that it fits them great as well. It does the job well, and while I live in Michigan and it only got to about 75°, I could feel it keeping the sun off my skin. Totally recommend the equinox hoodie!!

  • Mike B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blind Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
    May. 21, 2019

    Blind Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    A great hike or bike in rustic campground on the Potawatomi Trail

    Ranger Review: INNO INH120 Tire Hold Bike Rack at Blind Lake Campground, MI

    Campground Review:

    Blind Lake rustic campground is located off of the very popular Potawatomi Trail, making this campground accessible only by hiking or biking in.  Blind Lake campground is part of the Pinckney Recreation area which is located just about 30 minutes outside of Ann Arbor, MI.

    Most hikers and bikers start their trek at the Silver Lake day use area where the main hiking and biking trailhead is located.  From this trailhead the Blind Lake campground is about 7 miles in on the 17.5 mile Potawatomi Trail. A vehicle permit ($6) or annual Michigan State Parks permit ($10) is required to enter. The Area Headquarters (734-426-4913) is located at the Silver Lake day use area where campers must purchase their campsite before heading out on the trail ($17).  The headquarters is also where you can purchase a vehicle permit or annual Michigan State Parks permit. The park is open all year, making the Blind Lake campground a popular stop for hikers in the winter.

    Blind Lake campground has a total of 10 sites, all very close to the water.  There is one vault toilet and a trash bin. There is a hand pump well in the campground for clean drinking water.  Each site has a large picnic table and a modern fire ring. Firewood can be scarce as the nearby woods have been picked pretty clean and carrying firewood into the campground is a lot of extra weight!

    All of the sites at Blind Lake campground have lots of shade and are large enough for a couple of tents on each site.  During the nice summer days there will be lots of hiking and biking traffic through the campground as the Potawatomi Trail runs directly through it.  Many stop to take a break at the campground and have a look at the beautiful lake.

    Serious hikers can connect the Potawatomi Trail to the Waterloo-Pinckney Hiking trail to bring their total trip to over 35 miles of back country hiking.  The Potawatomi Trail features numerous loops for any skill level. The shortest loop is the Silver Lake Trail at 1.9 miles. Next, the Crooked Lake Trail at 5.1 miles.  Or the full Potawatomi Trail at 17.5 miles.

    Overall, I enjoyed my stay here at Blind Lake campground and I would return.  I was only one of two campers there and it was quiet at night. During the day you do hear the hikers and bikers going by on the trail so it isn’t completely isolated from the “real world”.  The Dyrt campground review is available on YouTube at the following LINK.

    Click HERE for a printable trail map of the area.  For further details check out the following link HERE, which includes amenities, trail guides, hours & fees, directions and more.

    Product Review:

    As a Ranger for the Dyrt, I sometimes get to test and evaluate new products.  At Blind Lake campground I tested the INNO INH120 Tire Hold Bike Rack.  This bike rack holds up to two bikes and plugs into your vehicle’s receiver hitch.

    The INNO INH120 is a tray style bike rack, making it ideal for expensive carbon bikes.  The rack uses arms to hold down the wheels and not the frame of the bike, keeping your paint from getting scratched up.  The bike rack works with either a 1-¼” or 2” receiver. My truck is a heavy-duty and comes with the 2-½: receiver. I used an adapter and the bike rack worked just fine.

    The INH120 bike rack can hold two bikes with a maximum total weight of 120 lbs.  The bike rack fits bikes with wheel bases from 34” to 48”, so it works with kids and adult sized bikes.  The bike needs to have a minimum of 20” wheels to a maximum of 29” wheels to be held down properly. Tires sizes from 18c to 3” wide fit in the trays.  This covers almost all bikes and makes it very handy to use with the family.

    The rack comes neatly packed and requires some assembly.  The assembly is straightforward and only took about 30 minutes, even while trying to film the process for a video.  Spare parts are available from INNO if something were to break. The rack felt very sturdy and well built and felt comparable to other racks I’ve used from Thule and Yakima.

    Once put together I tested out the INH120 bike rack with my fatbike that is running 29+ sized tires.  The 29” wheels are 3” wide and fit nicely into the tray of the rack. I did remove the plastic adjustable wheel clamps on the arm of the rack.  This allowed me to have the arms more vertical and provided a better hold on my large tires. These plastic wheel clamps are what you move inside the arms to adjust for different size bike wheels.  It only takes a second to unclip the clamps are adjust for different bikes.

    What is also nice is the bike rack has 4 different positions it can tilt, allowing easy access into the back of your vehicle.  One of the positions is vertical so you can keep it on the vehicle while not in use, but not have it hanging off the back and making your vehicle longer.

    The INH120 bike rack also included a cable to lock the rack to your vehicle.  This cable can be used to loop through the frame of your bike to lock it to the rack as well.  I require this feature on a bike rack because all too often bikes are stolen when you make a quick stop for food or to run into a store.

    An unboxing and assembly video for the INH120 bike rack is available to view HERE.  

    A quick video demonstrating how easy it is to load and unload your bikes from the INH120 bike rack is available to view HERE.


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