Boating, fishing, and swimming draw most visitors to Brower Park Campground, which sits along the Muskegon River in Stanwood, Michigan, with direct access to Hardy Pond. Two boat ramps serve the waterfront, and campers arriving by boat can moor at one of the available slips. Kayaks and canoes launch for free, though motorized boats require a daily or annual county park pass. The swim area extends roughly 200 feet before the water deepens, making it accessible for a range of ages.
The campground divides into three separate sections, each with a slightly different character. Sites are generally large, and electricity and water hookups are included across the property. Reviewers consistently note that the restrooms and showers are clean and well-maintained. Seasonal campers occupy a portion of the sites, which contributes to a busier atmosphere, particularly on weekends when hayrides and outdoor movies are scheduled. The Dragon Trail, a 47-mile mountain biking and hiking route around Hardy Pond, has a trailhead adjacent to the park, along with a shorter Brower Park Loop for those wanting a quicker outing.
Amenities extend beyond the waterfront: three playgrounds, basketball and volleyball courts, a fishing pier, a fish cleaning station, and a craft barn with activities for children. River Ridge RV Resort sits nearby for campers looking at additional options in the area, and those researching campgrounds around Stanwood will find several alternatives in the region. Reservations are available, and the season runs April 15 through October 31, so booking ahead is advisable for summer weekends.
Description
Brower Park provides access to the 18 miles of navigable water on the backwaters of the Hardy Dam. This beautifully wooded 280-acre park boasts almost 8000 feet of river frontage with 1000 feet of sandy beach. Watersports and family friendly amenities highlight the attractions of the park. The Hardy Pond is accessible by boat launches on the north and south shorelines. Family friendly activities include event programming, arts and crafts, hayrides, and movie nights. Additional park amenities include hiking trails, tennis courts, disc golf, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, playgrounds and picnic areas. Brower Park contains 230 campsites and 10 Camp-N-Cabins. Pets are welcome.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBrower Park Campground is located in Michigan near Stanwood
Public CampgroundDirections
From jct Hwy-46 & US-131: Go 10 mi N, then 3/4 mi on US-131, then 2-1/4 mi W on Eight Mile Rd, then 2-1/4 mi SW on Old State Rd, then 1-1/2 mi W on Polk Rd.
Address
23056 Polk Rd.
Stanwood, MI 49346
Coordinates
43.56221527 N
85.5439864 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/18/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/11/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 42 min from Grand Rapids, MI
- 1 hr from Muskegon, MI
- 1 hr 22 min from Midland, MI
- 1 hr 34 min from Lansing, MI
