River View Campground & Canoe Livery operates from May through October along the Rifle River in Sterling, offering drive-in, walk-in, and boat-in access to accommodate different camping preferences. The facility provides full hookups for RVs up to 50 feet, along with drinking water, restrooms, showers, and WiFi throughout the property.
The campground spans multiple sections with varying site densities. Reviewers consistently note that rustic sites in section "N" along the river provide larger, more spacious spots, while sections L and M pack campers more tightly together. The property maintains separate areas for different camping styles, including a designated adult section for groups seeking a livelier atmosphere with music and social activities. Clean bathrooms and showers receive regular mentions, though some shower stalls lack wall hooks and operate on push-button timers.
Water activities dominate the campground experience, with tubing and kayaking directly accessible from the site. "Nothing like grabbing a tube a flowing down the river with friends," notes Megan W.. The facility includes multiple playgrounds, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and an arcade area. An on-site store stocks camping essentials and forgotten supplies.
Campers seeking a quieter experience might consider Rifle River Campground nearby, which offers a different atmosphere along the same waterway.
Description
We offer a variety of campsites, from full-hookup spots to rustic options, so there’s something for everyone. With over a mile of riverfront camping, we’ve got more riverside spots than anywhere else on the Rifle River!
Don’t want the hassle of towing an RV? No worries—we have seasonal campsites and cozy cabins to make your stay easy and stress-free. Our clean, modern facilities and friendly atmosphere will keep you coming back year after year.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
RV ParkRiver View Campground & Canoe Livery is located in Michigan
Directions
GPS: 44.083571N, -84.033486W From I-75 - Take Exit #195, turn east (Traveling on Sterling Rd), and go approx 2 miles. Then turn left at 4 way stop, and go approximately 5 miles (traveling on Melita/School Rd.). Turn left & follow signs (left on E. City Limits). From Standish: Take US-23 N to M-76, turn West (Near BP Gas Station / Richardson's Chevrolet Car Dealership. Then go approx 7 miles, and turn RIGHT at Melita Rd (Shell Gas Station & Restaurant). Go approx 5 miles, (Traveling on Melita/School Rd), and turn LEFT & follow signs. Go left on E. City Limits.
Address
5755 W Townline Rd
Sterling, MI 48659
Coordinates
44.07750949288522 N
84.02663773163161 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/19/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/19/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 35 min from Bay City, MI
- 45 min from Saginaw, MI
- 45 min from Midland, MI
- 1 hr 8 min from Flint, MI







