Sherwood Forest

97%

12 reviews

· Rapid City, Kalkaska, Michigan · 60 acres

Hosted by Samuel S.

2 motorhome/tent pitches

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Beautiful property adjoining thousands of acres of state land, trails, and great views of lake Skegomog. Two rustic sites available with fire rings. We will allow horses must have own fencing systems. Access to the north country trail, and other orv trails system. 15 minutes to Torch lake, Elk Rapids, and Traverse city. Really a great location to get to almost anywhere in northern Michigan.Our property is very unique in the relation to everything that is around it. Traverse City being so close as well as torch lake, elk rapids and it's not a very far drive to charlevoix Petoskey, the bridge or even Mackinaw Island. The NCT (North country trail) is just down the road and am willing to accommodate hikers with advanced notice. Please contact ahead of time to work details out. It never hurts to ask so please let me know if I can help make your hike more enjoyable. We have a lake about a mile from the property that you can walk to,bike, jog, ride your side by side or horses to. This property butts up to the national Forest and many trails for horse riding ORV riding or just cruising around on dirt roads. We are very close to Guernsey lake State Park which is just a quick drive down dockery road. Also sand lakes quiet area is right in this area too. We are a 5-minute drive to Turtle Creek Casino, and the Grand Traverse resort is just past that at maybe 10 minutes. We are open to more guests than six at a campsites just please be respectful of the property and pay the extra 5$ per person/vehicle. We have rustic campsites please be very careful of fire and don't leave trash. Obviously we like the motto leave it better than it was when you got there. We do have some family disc golf baskets around the property. We are hoping to add more accommodations in the very near future. Please let us know what can better accommodate your stay. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do. THE SITES: :BOONDOCKS the most level grassy area with good shade options, pit toilet, fire ring, charcoal grill, table and a few camp chairs. Multiple good spots for tents. Short walk to the top of the hill for sunsets or fireworks on the fourth. :BENT BIRCH multiple options to pitch a ⛺. May accommodate campers and trailers with a more open layout. Charcoal grill, Porta John, picnic table, fire ring, and a cool sunset spot. :SHADY GROVE as rustic as it gets. A fire ring is all that is at this location. Upgrades coming soon. Note: All sites have access to the national forest directly to the south of my property. If you have ORV, dirt bikes, etc Please use caution on my property. My family has dogs and young children that could be anywhere on the property Please send me a message if you have any questions or concerns.

Vehicle details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space), Campervans, and Cars allowed

We have enough space to turn just about anything around, even a semi

Vehicles under 13 meters allowed

Multiple options for setting up camp. This will depend on size and what your driving ability. We do have some rugged terrain for large RVs but we may be able to put you close to my house. Please contact if you have large RVs and questions.

Pull-in unit

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

Plenty of level areas anywhere on the property

Surface levelness: Flat

Plenty of level areas anywhere on the property

Water hookup available

On-property hookup. I do have an outdoor faucet available next to my house that anyone is welcome to use as a camper. Don't hook your RV up and stay. It's only for filling. Unless other arrangements are made with me.

Generators allowed

After 8:00 a.m., and before 10:00 p.m. generators are allowed

No electrical hookup

No electrical hookups for the campsites, but I do have electricity at my home in an emergency or if other arrangements are made.

No sewage hookup

There is a place to dump sewage at log lake City Park in Kalkaska which is 10 minutes away. Also septic services will come to the property to pump your tanks too. It seemed fairly reasonable the last time we had one pumped.

No TV hookup

Cell service is generally great on the property

What to expect

Motorhome/tent pitch

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

12 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit. There is all kinds of wood laying around the property. Please don't use it for your campfires. It may be green and unseasoned. If free wood is what you are looking for there is all kinds out back on the state forest land. I would be happy to guide you to these areas. Thank you.

Toilet available

Portable toilet, pit toilet. Campsite #1 has a pit toilet that we ask you to put a scoop of dirt or two after use. Please no trash in hole. Please take all trash with you. Campsite#2 has a Porta John again please no trash in the tank. Take all trash with you.

Pets allowed

Off leash. Please be responsible for your pets and use your best judgement on whether you pet will need a leash. Other animals on property.

Drinking water available

Spigot, hose, pump or well. There is drinking water available from a frost free tap on either the north side of my house or the South side of the house. Do not hook up an RV and stay hooked up. You are allowed to fill reservoirs from the frost-free faucets at the house.

Picnic table present

No showers

Bathe in lake, bathe in river or stream

Pack it out

Please take all trash with you. Most of the gas stations will let you throw away for a small fee locally.

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

Some rough trails but I think 2wd would be fine to get everywhere on the property.

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Firewood bundlegood

$5.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.

Reviews

97% Recommend16 Ratings · 12 reviews

Kevin G.

9 reviews

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· August 2024

Great place to explore

Tent

If you like being left alone and having access to roam, this is great spot. Although it feels far from the main street, the road noise is quite noticeable. It didn't disrupt us tho. There's some nice hammock spots in his woods & open space for star gazing .Great location for a base camp, with all the area has to offer. It's primitive style camping. Sam was very cool. I'd be happy to return.

Lizzet P.

2 reviews

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· August 2024

Tent · Group trip

We had an awesome time! This is our second time here and it won’t be our last for sure. We love how secluded it is and the awesome trails it has for the atvs, the dogs also really enjoyed being out in the open surrounded by trees. The host was amazing and they always do the most to help and are quick to answer if you have any questions which is very helpful.

Matt M.

4 reviews

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· August 2024

Tent · Group trip

This was our second year camping at Samuel’s place, and he’s always making improvements!

Susan F.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

7 m campervan · Group trip

Very private. We had a wonderful, uninterrupted time at Sherwood Forest. We would return again. But you can’t drive a nice car back there. It’s 2 track sketch.

Carrie D.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

Tent

I stayed here for the weekend of the 4th of July, and I’m so glad I did! My camp site was secluded, I had plenty of privacy during my visit. The terrain was great for setting up my tent, there was a fire ring, charcoal grill, outhouse, and large fold up table at the site. There was also some very cute wildflower planters at the site (wish I had gotten pictures!). The host provided clean water and dry firewood at the onset of my visit, he also directed me back to my site, as well gave me some recommendations of things to do in the area. It’s a great location, close to Traverse City, Alden, and Bellaire, plenty of things to do nearby.

Jamson H.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

14 m travel trailer · With pets

We had to cancel our trip last minute d/t some travel trailer issues. Sam was super understanding and communicated very well to make sure we were okay. I know the area up there and will definitely book this place again if we can ever get back to the area.

Location

Rapid City, Kalkaska, Michigan, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ and Odawa First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking