Real camping places in Michigan?

Mill Meter

My boyfriend and I live on opposite edges of the state during the summer and we want to go camping. I love camping but I don't want to be crowded by RV's and people using toasters. I would like to just go somewhere and put up a tent, build a fire and try to spook each other with scary stories. Is there a place like this somewhere in the middle of the state? I live outside of Detroit and would like to meet him about half way.

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I recommend either 1] Forest Service Campgrounds; 2] Forest Service Dispersed Camping.

Huron-Manistee National Forest.

Where is your favorite place to go camping in Michigan?

aquariusgu

I am looking to go camping for 2 to 4 days. Prefferibly somewhere on or near a lake that has a wide range of activities. Idealy not any further than 5 hours drive from the Detroit area. Any places that fit some or most of that criteria that you have been to?

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There are many good camping locations in Michigan. The State of Michigan has a camping search engine that may help.

http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Default.aspx?SearchType=campgrounds

Click campground map on the left menu for a by County map search. Reservations can be made online or by phone from each campground website.

"Wide range of activities" Some places have less that are close. If you are looking for a sandy beach without rocks in the water try looking at Sterling State Park DownRiver, Brighton Recreation Area, P.J. Hoffmaster around Muskegan, Grand Haven State Park, or Ludington State Park.

My personal favorite is Ludington, that would be at the 5 hour mark depending upon you driving speed.

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Best places to camp in Michigan?

Sabrina

I'm looking for a beautiful, secluded area to camp not more from Ann Arbor. I don't want to stay in an RV park and want it to be as natural and scenic as possible! I heard Drummond Island is good. Any suggestions?

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6 Lakes Campground
Address

2155 Hudson Road

Hillsdale, MI 49242

Driving Directions

Phone: (517) 439-5660

Porcupine Mountains State Park
Online reservations available at http://www.midnrreservations.com/presult.aspx?ParkID=57
Camping Fees
Rustic campsite: $14 per night
Back-country campsite: $14-$42 per night
Rustic cabin: $60 per night
Modern campsite: $16-$25 per night
Yurt: $60 per night

Tahquamenon Falls State Park Campground

Fayette Historic State Park

Fayette Historic State Park

What is the best camping place in Michigan?

Ashley S

Okay, so a few friends of mine are trying to plan a camping trip. We want if off lake michigan, with pretty blue water and that allows alcohol. So far, I have found places with extremely strict rules I.E. No music and Quiet by like 10 at night.

HELP?!

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I like both Warren Dunes State Park and Saugatuck Dunes State Park. I don't think you're going to find anywhere that allows alcohol.

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where is the best place in Michigan to go for a vacation/weekend getaway?

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cougar15

Me and my boyfriend would like to go to Michigan but we are not sure the best location. We plan on going sometime this June or July. Anybody have any good ideas?
We love the outdoor and the water. We want a something on the romantic side but also fun. Also any good festivals around that time?

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What do you like? What are your interests? Mackinaw is fun, but you're talking high season then, especially in July. Traverse City is the same - and Cherry Festival is the first full week of July, or thereabouts, so the hotels and motels are probably all booked up already then. Saugatuck can be fun. Frankenmuth is interesting, but I don't think there's enough there to take a week to see it all. The Les Cheneaux islands in the UP have places to rent, and great fishing, I'm told.

If you like camping, we have lots of state parks. If you can get reservations, you could stay at 2-e parks for a few days each, and see several areas. If you like biking, there are a lot of trails, like the White Pine Trail, Kal-Haven trail, and Hart-Montague trail that are great rides.

I'd suggest you update your question with more details about what you might want to do or not do, and also go to Michigan.gov and see what they have for tourism resources.


edit - again - go to the michigan.gov website, and see what you can find. The link below will start you at the travel and tourism page. There's an e-newsletter you can sign up for that will get you monthly ideas of places to visit, including a list of festivals.

If you like the water, I'd suggest you go to Mackinaw City. There are lots of hotels there, from mom and pop places to the big chains, so you should still find some place to stay if you start calling now. Try the travelocity and other hotel sites for better prices. You can use Mackinaw as a base to explore Mackinac Island, the UP, and the northern lower peninsula, too. Try going down to around Wolverine, MI to rent a canoe and paddle the Sturgeon River. Or go up to Les Cheneaux Islands, and take the kayaking tours offered there. Go down to Traverse City, and explore there. Take the ferry over to the island, and rent bikes on Mackinac Island. You can ride the perimeter of the island, and shop in town. One caution - there are no cars allowed on the island except for a few emergency vehicles, so most travel is done by bikes and horse-drawn buggies. Watch your step, or you can be hit by a bike, or step in something you would rather avoid.

Where is a good place to camp in South West Michigan?

Edward M

I'm looking for a great place to camp in South West Michigan between South Haven and Michigan City on or near Lake Michigan. I really don't want one of those trailer park/camp grounds with a million other people. We're looking for a place where we can be left alone and have fun in nature.

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There is a great camp called Covert Township park located in Covert, MI about 15 minutes south of South Haven, mi on Blue Stary Highway.

It is a family friendly camp and is located right on Lake Michigan. I

My family has been camping there for many years.

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