Dotted with more than 11,000 bodies of water and bordering four of the Great Lakes, Michigan is filled with natural beauty, acres of forests and great shopping and dining. Although there are plenty of RV parks and resorts to choose from, we’ve compiled a list of the best RV campgrounds in Michigan to help you plan your visit to the Great Lakes State.
1. Tahquamenon Falls State Park
The Tahquamenon River and its multiple waterfalls are the focal point of this park, located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Much of the park acreage is undeveloped. Visitors can enjoy hiking, canoeing and fishing. During the winter, the park is open for snowmobiling, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Restrooms and showers are available
Location: Paradise, MichiganWebsite: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/ParksandTrails/Details.aspx?id=428&type=SPRKPricing: $16 to $25 per nightSeason: Year round
What We Like
- Dogs and cats permitted
- Generator use allowed
- Electrical hookups available
What We Don’t Like
- No water or sewer hookups
- No food storage
2. Harbortown RV Resort
Situated close to Lake Erie, Harbortown RV Resort is located near the Monroe Factory Shops Outlet Mall and the William C. Sterling State Park. If you don’t feel like exploring, there are plenty of activities at the resort. Swim in the heated pool, play miniature golf, ride go-karts or test your baseball skills in the batting cages. Standard campsites offer 30-amp electric and city water hookups. Premier sites offer city water, 50-amp service, sewer hookups and cable television. Weekly and monthly rates are available.
Location: Monroe, MichiganWebsite: https://harbortownrv.com/Pricing: Standard sites – $53 per night Premier sites – $63 per nightSeason: Year round
What We Like
- Full hookups available
- 250 paved sites including 80 pull throughs
- Close to local attractions
What We Don’t Like
- Television hookup only at premier sites
3. Little River Casino Resort
Combine your love of the RV lifestyle with the thrill of playing games of chance at northwest Michigan’s Little River Casino Resort. With a 95-pad RV park adjacent to the casino, the opportunities for fun are plentiful. Shuttle service to and from the casino is available.The park features pull through and back-in sites, all featuring cable, water, and electric hookups. Campers receive access to the resort’s pools, fitness center and sauna. Free WiFi is available parkwide. Vending machines and a coin-operated laundry are on property. Members of the Good Sam Club and AARP are eligible for a 10 percent discount.
Location: Monroe, MichiganWebsite: https://www.lrcr.com/hotel-and-spa/accommodations/rv-parkPricing: $35 to $50 per nightSeason: April 1 to October 31
What We Like
- Dog-friendly
- Shuttle to and from casino
- Access to some resort amenities
What We Don’t Like
- Closed over winter
- Sewer hookups not available at all sites
4. Poncho’s Pond RV Park
Sitting on 37 acres in northern Michigan, Poncho’s Pond features 260 sites offering 30- and 50-amp electricity, city water, sewer and television hookups. One of the park’s main attractions is a stocked three-acre pond where kids can fish. Every site features a fire ring and picnic table. WiFi is available parkwide. Outdoor activities include shuffleboard, basketball, horseshoe pits and volleyball. Visitors may use the indoor pool and hot tub, as well as two outdoor pools and hot tub. One pool is restricted to people 18 and older. All hot tubs are designated adults only.
Location: Ludington, MichiganWebsite: https://www.poncho.com/Pricing: Standard sites – $59 per night Super sites – $69 per nightSeason: April 31-October 31
What We Like
- Full hookups on all sites
- Multiple on-property activities
- Restrooms, showers and laundry on site
What We Don’t Like
- Fishing only for individuals under 18 years of age
- Site choice not guaranteed
5. South Higgins Lake State Park
South Higgins Lake State Park encompasses portions of two separate lakes with distinct atmospheres. On the northern side, Higgins Lake features one mile of sandy shoreline, a boat launch and a picnic area. To the south, nature lovers can enjoy the wooded trails surrounding Marl Lake. No motorized watercraft are permitted in Marl Lake, providing an immersive experience with nature. There are 400 campsites at the South Higgins Lake campground, some of which are equipped with 50-amp hookups
Location: Roscommon, MichiganWebsite: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/ParksandTrails/Details.aspx?id=496&type=SPRKPricing: Full hookups – $45 Standard site – $33 Off-season rates – $29 for full hookupsSeason: Year round
What We Like
- Access to two lakes
- Pet-friendly shoreline
- Metal detecting area
What We Don’t Like
- Limited number of full hookup sites
6. Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park
Encompassing 60,000 acres, the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is the largest state park in Michigan. Inside the park are waterfalls, rivers, 35,000 acres of old growth forest and over 90 miles of hiking trails. Many RV campers visiting the area stay at the Union Bay Modern Campground, located at the eastern end of the park. All sites at Union Bay are equipped with 20- to 30-amp electrical hookups. Sewer, drinking water and television hookups are unavailable. Access to a dump station and potable water is provided. The campground has toilets, showers and laundry facilities. Wifi is not furnished. Although there is a camp store, the closest grocery store is approximately 25 miles away.
Location: Ontonagon, MichiganWebsite: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/ParksandTrails/Details.aspx?id=426&type=SPRKPricing: $28 per night $20 per night (off season)Season: mid-May to mid-October
What We Like
- Gorgeous scenery
- Opportunities for nature photography
What We Don’t Like
- No water, sewer or television hookups
- No Wifi provided
- Distant from local stores and attractions
7. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Stretching for 35 miles down the eastern coastline of Lake Michigan, the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is named after the region’s famed sand dunes. The area boasts beaches, forests and preserved historical structures, such as the lighthouse on nearby South Manitou Island.Many RV travelers choose the nearby Platte River Campground. All 91 sites offer electrical hookups but no full hookups. Cell phone reception and the collection of trash and recycling are provided year-round. Wifi and access to the dump station are available on a seasonal basis. The campground office is closed from early November until April.
Location: Empire, MichiganWebsite: https://www.nps.gov/slbe/index.htmPricing: $31 per nightSeason: Year round
What We Like
- Electrical hookups available
- Flush toilets and showers on site
What We Don’t Like
- No laundry facilities
- No camp store
8. City of Houghton RV Park
A smaller facility along the Portage Waterway, the City of Houghton RV Park is adjacent to the Ray Kestner Waterfront Park. At the waterfront park, visitors will find a sandy beach, a public boat launch, fishing piers, picnic tables and a pavilion. Downtown Houghton, with its wide selection of restaurants, brewpubs and shops, is only half a mile away.All 25 RV sites at the City of Houghton RV Park are paved and offer 20-, 30-, and 50-amp electrical hookups. Water and sewer connections are provided, as is wifi and satellite television access. Some sites have barbecue grills while others have picnic tables and fire rings. Reservations can only be made over the phone. No bathroom or shower facilities exist on the property. A two-night minimum stay is required for weekends and some special events.
Location: Houghton, MichiganWebsite: https://www.cityofhoughton.com/rv-park/Pricing: $50 per night, $50 non-refundable depositSeason: mid-May to November
What We Like
- Paved sites
- Electric, water and sewer hookups
- Wifi and television access available
What We Don’t Like
- No bathroom or shower facilities
- No online reservation system
9. Camp Lord Willing RV Park
Family operated for over 60 years, Camp Lord Willing RV Park is located close to attractions such as the William C. Sterling State Park, the Mall of Monroe and various art galleries and shops. Visitors can fish and swim in the park’s canals and man-made lake. Paddle boats and canoes are available to rent. Water and sewer hookups are offered at each of the park’s 100 campsites as well as 20-, 30- and 50-amp electrical connections. Free wifi is provided parkwide. Bathrooms, private showers and 24 hour coin-operated laundry facilities are on site.
Location: Monroe, MichiganWebsite: https://camplordwilling.com/Pricing: Standard lots – $40 per night Pull through sites – $50 per nightSeason: Year round
What We Like
- Close to local attractions
- Full service hookups on every lot
What We Don’t Like
- Cancellations must be confirmed with a park representative
- No swimming pool or fitness center
10. Sandy Pines Recreation Community RV Resort and Campground
Sprawling across 813 acres and featuring a 262 acre lake with a sandy beach, Sandy Pines has been open for over 40 years. Campers can stay for a maximum of two weeks. Travelers may purchase community memberships or seasonal site passes. Amenities at the park include eateries, an 18-hole golf course and an arcade. There are 13 restrooms, on-site laundry facilities and hot showers. RV campsites offer water and electric hookups. While Sandy Pines is open all year for community members and their guests, the water supply to campsites is turned off from October 15 to April 15. Renting a seasonal campsite allows campers to enjoy all the park amenities without purchasing a membership. Prices for seasonal campsites range from $3,500 to $4,800, depending on the campsite’s location.
Location: Hopkins, MichiganWebsite: https://camplordwilling.com/Pricing: $56 per night, Sunday through Thursday $65 per night, Friday through SundaySeason: Year round for members
What We Like
- Multiple amenities
- 24-hour security
- On-site chapel offering Sunday services
What We Don’t Like
- No sewer hookups
11. Port Crescent State Park
Port Crescent State Park at Lake Huron has been designated a dark sky preserve, making the isolated park perfect for stargazing, watching meteor showers or seeing the Northern Lights. During the day, visitors can go fishing, take a canoe trip, observe the local wildlife or stroll down the boardwalk along Saginaw Bay.The park campground offers 140 sites that offer electric hookups. Select sites are equipped with 50-amp hookups. Water and sewer hookups are provided. Dogs must remain leashed.
Location: Port Austin, MichiganWebsite: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/ParksandTrails/Details.aspx?id=486&type=SPRKPricing: $33 and up per nightSeason: Year round
What We Like
- Dark sky preserve
- Some waterfront campsites
- Electric, water and sewer hookups
- Wifi
What We Don’t Like
- No television hookups
12. White River RV Park & Campground
Port Crescent State Park at Lake Huron has been designated a dark sky preserve, making the isolated park perfect for stargazing, watching meteor showers or seeing the Northern Lights. During the day, visitors can go fishing, take a canoe trip, observe the local wildlife or stroll down the boardwalk along Saginaw Bay.The park campground offers 140 sites that offer electric hookups. Select sites are equipped with 50-amp hookups. Water and sewer hookups are provided. Dogs must remain leashed.
Location: Montague, MichiganWebsite: https://whiterivercampground.com/Pricing: Standard sites– $50 per night Sunday through Thursday $55 per night Friday through Saturday Premier sites– $56 per night Sunday through Thursday $61 per night Friday through SaturdaySeason: May 1 to October 15
What We Like
- Located near multiple attractions
- Pull through sites
What We Don’t Like
- Wifi hotspots only
- Payment in full required for reservations less than five days
No matter which area of Michigan you visit, there’s an RV campground available to suit your needs. State park entrance requires the purchase of a Michigan recreation passport. Some campground amenities may be unavailable due to COVID-19 policies
