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Best Glamping near West Branch, MI

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The Rifle River Recreation Area houses upscale glamping options near West Branch, with Grousehaven Campground offering yurts amid pristine wilderness. These canvas accommodations feature comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control for year-round comfort. The surrounding recreation area includes five lakes within its borders—Devoe Lake, Grebe Lake, Jewitt Lake, Grousehaven Lake, and Lodge Lake—providing scenic backdrops for luxury outdoor stays. At nearby River View Campground & Canoe Livery, premium glamping tents come equipped with private decks overlooking the Rifle River, creating an immersive nature experience without sacrificing comfort. "Our site was perfect. We had some shade and a trail connected us to a grassy area, boathouse, and beach. PERFECT spot if you are a paddleboarder/kayaker," noted one visitor.

Crystal-clear lakes throughout the recreation area create exceptional settings for glamping resorts, with paddling opportunities on no-wake waters ideal for peaceful mornings. Hiking trails connect directly to glamping sites, allowing guests to step from luxury accommodations into nature within seconds. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with past visitors spotting mink, beaver, muskrat, loons, eagles, osprey and swans from the comfort of their eco-friendly glamping accommodations. The Higgins Lake-Roscommon KOA extends the glamping experience with distinctive yurts that blend traditional design with modern amenities. A recent visitor mentioned, "The water is super clean and crystal clear, and usually sand or rock bottom. Devoe Lake has a few islands that we explored." Most glamping sites require advance reservations through online booking systems, with peak availability from May through October.

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Best Glamping Sites Near West Branch, Michigan (27)

    1. Devoe Lake Rustic Campround — Rifle River Recreation Area

    12 Reviews
    Lupton, MI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 473-2258

    "The site was easy to find, spacious, and had adequate distancing from other campers. It included a fire pit and picnic table too.

    The lake was serene in the early mornings and evenings."

    "This here is one of my favorite campgrounds in Michigan. The facilities are clean and kept up. All access to trails, lakes and the river are close and easy to get to."

    2. Spruce Rustic Campground — Rifle River Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Lupton, MI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 473-2258

    "I wish I would have picked a different spot as I was right next to the bathroom but it was fine. Plenty of fire wood around the collect with access to trials and the river."

    3. Beaver Trail Campground

    1 Review
    Rose City, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 345-7745

    $30 - $66 / night

    "Beaver Trail Campground is new and bookable to the Dyrt.  Check them out and share your trip on the Dyrt!"

    4. Grousehaven Campground — Rifle River Recreation Area

    4 Reviews
    Lupton, MI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 473-2258

    "We were in the lower unit and stayed on site 3. The lake is absolutely gorgeous and is paddle only, no motors of any kind."

    "The day use beach bathroom was our first stop...not the cleanest. But the beach was nice as were the trails. Once in the camp itself, we loved how much better it was than Tawas."

    5. River View Campground & Canoe Livery

    5 Reviews
    Alger, MI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 654-2447

    "Campground offers many amenities and with the river right on site there is so much to do. We always go tubing and kayaking. Bathrooms and showers are decent for a campground."

    "It sits along the Rifle River next to Rifle River Campground and Whites Campground. 

    The campground is huge and offers so much!"

    6. South Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Roscommon, MI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 821-6374

    "Higgins lake is beautiful. The water is less than waist deep for about 100 yards out and then drops off to about 90' deep. The water color is amazing when the sun is out."

    "There are 2 bathhouses (bathrooms with separate showers), the one bathroom was much nicer than the other. The lake is absolutely gorgeous."

    7. North Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Higgins Lake, MI
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 821-6125

    "We’re used to Texas parks where that would NOT fly😆 But everyone respected the quiet hours so we had no noise issues at night. Easy access to the water from everywhere thanks to groomed paths."

    "We stayed in a travel trailer on site 73 the week before the 4th of July week. The park and bathrooms were always clean, showers were clean and had good water pressure."

    8. Higgins Lake-Roscommon KOA

    5 Reviews
    Roscommon, MI
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 275-8151

    "Nice Campground, pretty well maintained. close enough to the ORV trails that you can ride to them from the park which is a huge bonus as many parks won't let you unload or ride out of the park."

    "Some family activities and trails. Surrounded by nice mature trees. Site 61 did take some time to get all leveled out almost didn't have enough blocks.

    But very nice once set up."

    9. Northern Bear Paw RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Sand Lake, MI
    26 miles
    Website
    +989362800009

    $40 - $50 / night

    "It’s sits on the Au Gres River trail to the river with seating, picnic table and fire pit. The grounds are immaculate. Very peaceful setting."

    "Pulling into the campground you notice a warm and welcoming couple greeting you, as if your were long lost cousins. The campsites are nicely laid out with comfortable amenities."

    10. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park & Resort at Grayling

    7 Reviews
    Grayling, MI
    29 miles
    Website

    $37 - $68 / night

    "There is a pool, outdoor movies, horseshoes, inflatable blob (kids love the blob), putt putt, sand box, small bikes to rent and a nice store and lodge on site."

    "People decorate their sites, dress up, and hand out candy."

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165 Reviews of 27 West Branch Campgrounds

  • Hallee L.
    Aug. 26, 2023

    Tawas Point State Park Campground

    Nice but busy

    It is very nice and extremely clean. However it is kind of cramped. Sites feel close and everyone was very nosey. Pet beach is nice. Water is beautiful. Convenient location. People didn't listen to rules such as quiet hour and let their badly behaved dogs run loose. Bath house is extremely nice! All in all, I would camp here on an off day/season.

  • Emily F.
    Jul. 10, 2021

    Bay City State Park Campground

    Close sites

    Nice and clean. I’m in the inner loop though and the sites are very close together. If I came back I would definitely try to stay out the outer loop. Electric, fire pit, and picnic table on site. No grate. Showers and bathrooms available.

  • Rodger M.
    Sep. 3, 2021

    Devoe Lake Rustic Campround — Rifle River Recreation Area

    Spacious, Quiet, Relaxing

    We were greeted at the gate by an extremely helpful and knowledgeable gentleman. He provided good directions, and helped us with our Rec Pass.

    The site was easy to find, spacious, and had adequate distancing from other campers. It included a fire pit and picnic table too.

    The lake was serene in the early mornings and evenings. Listen for the woeful call of the loons. What a treat!

    Word of caution, the raccoons start partying as soon as you bed down. Make sure your food and trash is adequately covered/contained.

    Campground has vault toilets. We never used them but good to know they have them.

  • Kathie M.
    Jun. 20, 2020

    North Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    Overnite stay in cabin

    One nite stay in cabin. Cabin had electricity, mini fridge, electricity and bunk beds. Only complaint was cabin was close to fairly busy road.

  • N
    Oct. 6, 2020

    Northern Bear Paw RV Park

    Words Can’t Describe

    This place is gorgeous. Owners have done a great job with the property. Pine trees left intact. It’s sits on the Au Gres River trail to the river with seating, picnic table and fire pit. The grounds are immaculate. Very peaceful setting.

  • Christie L.
    Aug. 8, 2020

    North Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    Nice overnite stay

    We stayed for a quick overnight and wish we could have stayed longer. If we stayed again - we’d pick site 101. Little more privacy than the rest. We stayed at 137 which backed up to the woods which was lovely. This is a very bustling and full campground with lots of groups and families. Lot’s of kids on bikes. We were surprised to see a group with a full bar right out front on their site. We’re used to Texas parks where that would NOT fly😆 But everyone respected the quiet hours so we had no noise issues at night. Easy access to the water from everywhere thanks to groomed paths. Nice long but narrow sandy beach great for the kids to swim. Busy but very fun place to camp!

  • Sean R.
    Jul. 5, 2021

    South Branch Trail Camp Group Site

    Nice Large Private Site #21

    Bathroom was clean, site was large surrounded by tall pine trees. Picnic table was HC accessible. Fire pit ring. I'm a motocamper and suited my needs. No trash, so take what you brought in plus some.

  • Halie C.
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Jewell Lake Campground

    Beautiful, quiet, peaceful.

    Relatively quiet and secluded, Jewell Lake campground resides in the Huron-manistee National Forest. Our campsite was great with plenty of room to house three tents as well as a fire pit and picnic table. There is access to Jewell Lake from the campground where there is a small beach, dock, and boat launch. Beware, there are no park rangers on duty 24/7 at the campground or a camp store, however Barton city is only a few minutes away where they have a quaint general store.

  • Tanner G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 4, 2022

    Bay City State Park Campground

    "Late night check in"

    We came in late for just a place to rest before heading further north. Drop box available after 10pm(summer). Between 8p-10p there is a yellow phone to check in with. Can book day of until 8pm online. Easy to get into late at night. Big lots. Fire pit. Sites are electric only. Recommend to have extension cord for some sites, as plug in can be far. Website has pictures for sites and will advise if lot gets wet. Staff was very friendly the next morning. Updated our rec pass at the park before leaving. Lots of trails and swimming beach near park.

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