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Jackson Station Leelanau

4 sites · Tents32 acres · Maple City, MI

Our sites accomodate 2 adults and their minors, with 1-2 vehicles at your site's access point. If you're traveling more than 2 adults please book more than one camp site. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor experience in beautiful Leelanau County via Agritourism at Jackson Station on the Leelanau Peninsula! Our property has 4 private sites situated among a dense pine forest on our small-scale farm. We're located conveniently between the two popular vacation destinations of Glen Arbor and Leland, MI - both a short scenic drive in either direction. The Leelanau Peninsula is littered with recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, beaches, boating, fishing, dining, shopping and wine tasting, and of course the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! Our farm produces pastured, all natural meat, including pork, beef, chicken and goat. Find the hens roaming around and see the pigs, cows and goats hanging out in the fenced-in areas. A variety of cuts of meat from our freezers are available for sale or get a tour of the farmstead ~ Just ask! You may simply enjoy the scene at your leisure. SITE DETAILS: Each camp site has a bed of woodchips, gravel surrounding a bonfire ring, a clothesline and neatly stacked firewood for sale. Our sites may accomodate 2 adults and their minors. We recommend that larger groups or multiple adults book more than one site next to each other (sites 1 and 2 or 2 and 3 are good for this). Quiet hours are enforced between 10pm-7am. This is our home and farm, not a campground, please think of staying here in that way. A short walk from camp, down the farm road to the north end of the livestock fence, you'll find access to a water pump for delicious drinking water straight from our well, so that you may fill containers of water or utilize for rinsing. Our land borders the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You'll be just a few miles from access to beautiful Lake Michigan beaches. Relax in the sand, hunt for rocks, hike a trail, kayak or paddle-board and watch an epic sunset. We are just down the road from the uninhabited School Lake, known for its fishing from non-motorized boats or a quiet place to paddle. Additionally, just 2 Miles away you can access the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, a non-motorized 27 mile groomed trail that follows the scenic M-22 from our location all the way to Empire, MI. This trail is open year round to walk, run, bicycle, snowshoe or cross-country ski. 2.8 miles in the other direction from our camp, you'll find a Mountain Bikers paradise at Palmer Woods Forest Preserve, with various hiking trails and a 6 mile mountain bike trail.

Mackinaw Camp Inn

1 site · RV10 acres · Mackinaw City, MI

Mackinaw City Campinn is located just 2 miles from historic Mackinaw City, a destination filled with nature, history, beaches, and fun. This is a 5 acre private camp, surrounded by woods, for self contained RV campers with a 30 or 50 amp hook up. This is a densely wooded area with some wetlands behind you.

Echo Valley Forest Reserve

1 site · RV, Tent40 acres · Empire, MI

Echo Valley Forest Reserve is a backcountry tent site located deep within hardwood forest near the center of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, five minutes from Empire Beach, Glen Haven, and Glen Arbor, and just a mile south of Big Glen Lake. This site is completely private, with only one site rented at a time, in the center of a 40-acre parcel, by thousands of acres of National Lakeshore and private forested land. It is abundant with wildlife; listen for thrush, barred owls, ravens, and coyotes. Walk the trails on the property, cook dinner over a wood fire and watch the stars come out, or enjoy fine dining La Becasse or Funistrada, just 2 miles from the site, or a burger at the Friendly Tavern in Empire or Art's Bar in Glen Arbor, both about 5 miles away. Swim at Old Settler's Park on Big Glen or drive to several Lake Michigan beaches in 5 minutes. The camp site is unmaintained and there is no water or toilet, but it is a spot to pitch a tent and experience the northern forest without the filter of a busy campground. We have just finished installing a graveled drive up the steep hill that leads up to the camp site, so you no longer have to walk up (YEY!). We ask that you please stay on the gravel, and do not drive around the camp in order to keep it as wild as possible. There is room for 2 or 3 cars to park next to camp. Keep in mind it is deep in the woods, so bring a flashlight and perhaps some LED lanterns. You can explore the property by hiking west from the camp. There is a rough trail from the camp site that runs up a valley to the hill top with treed views of Big Glen Lake and evening sunshine. The trails are being developed (your foot traffic helps!) so keep an eye out for the pink flagging tape. There is also a big kettle hole formed by glacial ice deposits across the road from the driveway, about 150 feet to the north (no trail). There are a ton of great activities close to the camp. Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore has great beaches, swimming, and hiking. Empire Beach is six miles and Glen Haven is 8 miles away. The Heritage Trail in Glen Arbor is a road bike trail that runs from Empire to Bohemian Rd. There are a few mountain bike trails in the area as well (Palmer Woods in Glen Arbor, Arcadia Bluffs trail south of Frankfort, etc). Big Glen access is just a couple miles from the camp at Old Settler Park or at then end of Agnew St (by Funistrada). There isn't a beach on Big Glen but you can swim or hand-launch a boat. There are two nearby restaurants, La Becasse (French) and Trattoria Funistrada (Italian), as well as bar food in Empire and Glen Arbor. VEHICLE ACCESS - Welcome to Northern Michigan! The camp is accessed off Echo Valley Road, which is a rough, seasonal, unmaintained two-track road that can be sandy, rocky, and rutted. If you have 2-wheel drive, I recommend accessing Echo Valley Road from Benzonia Trail end. Most vehicles are fine on Echo Valley Rd if you drive mindfully. I do not recommend driving an RV or towing a fifth-wheel down Echo Valley Road. FIRES AND WOODS - Keep fires in the pit or ring, and always put out completely before leaving the site. We have had some very dry summers lately, as well as wildfires - if you get a Fire Ban notification from HipCamp, because the local Fire Department has issued it due to high risk of wildfire. Please do not bring wood from home. Moving firewood is one of the main ways tree pests and diseases are introduced to a region, resulting in a huge loss for our forests (emerald ash borer, beech bark disease). If you would like pre-cut firewood there are several roadside stands on Benzonia Trail and Plowman Road. Please do not cut into live trees! SAFETY - We have BLACK BEAR and other curious critters. Practice bear-safe camping by storing food and anything "smelly" in a bear can, by hanging it, or in your car when you are sleeping or not on site. Do not store food in your tent or the critters will come scratching around. Leelanau County also has deer ticks, which carry Lyme disease. Check for ticks daily! CONTACT - Please TEXT, or message me on HipCamp, if you have any questions of if you need directions or recommendations.

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Camp 437 in the Sturgeon Valley

5 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Vanderbilt, MI

We book only 2 sites at a time on our 40 acre property so you can enjoy a more secluded experience in the woods. Our property is undeveloped, so you will need to bring drinking water, but there's no need to worry about finding firewood before your arrive as we supply you with a free bundle waiting for you when you get here! There are 1 1/2 miles of marked, wooded trails that will guide you to the river's edge where you can enjoy the beauty and wildlife along the West Branch of the Sturgeon River. It will feel as if you are in the middle of nowhere, yet the convenience of the small town of Vanderbilt is just three miles away. We are located just three miles off of I-75. The larger town of Gaylord is only a 15 minute drive south. There's lots to do here in beautiful Northern Michigan! Only a few miles from our camp you can go for a swim at Thumb Lake Park or take a bike ride along the North Central State Trail in Vanderbilt. Drive 15 minutes north and you can canoe or kayak the main branch of the Sturgeon River in Wolverine. There are many great hiking trails in the Pigeon River State Forest and the North Country National Scenic Trail is only 6 miles away. This 40 acre parcel has been in our family since the 1950s. My grandparents originally designated it as a tree farm and planted and harvested lumber from it. As a boy scout leader, my grandfather hosted many boy scout troops here and even hosted a boy scout Jamboree in the 1970s. Back then the property was referred to as the "Tree Farm", but after my husband John and I inherited it in 2014 we started calling it Camp 437. Before we inherited the property we spent time camping there and building trails. One of the trails we built was named the "Burns Trail" in honor of my grandparents. Since we acquired the property we have added a one mile loop that circles the perimeter of the property, and a total of about 1 1/2 miles of trail.

Million $ Sunset Camp

8 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Harbor Springs, MI

Pitch your tent and listen to the waves of Sturgeon Bay on Lake Michigan. Fantastic Sunsets. Located half way between Harbor Springs and Mackinaw City. Walking distance to famous Legs Inn in Cross Village, MI. The property currently includes 8 campsites with a board walk on the east portion of the Lake side portion of the property to access the Lake MI Beach.

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Jackson Station Leelanau

4 sites · Tents32 acres · Maple City, MI

Our sites accomodate 2 adults and their minors, with 1-2 vehicles at your site's access point. If you're traveling more than 2 adults please book more than one camp site. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor experience in beautiful Leelanau County via Agritourism at Jackson Station on the Leelanau Peninsula! Our property has 4 private sites situated among a dense pine forest on our small-scale farm. We're located conveniently between the two popular vacation destinations of Glen Arbor and Leland, MI - both a short scenic drive in either direction. The Leelanau Peninsula is littered with recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, beaches, boating, fishing, dining, shopping and wine tasting, and of course the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! Our farm produces pastured, all natural meat, including pork, beef, chicken and goat. Find the hens roaming around and see the pigs, cows and goats hanging out in the fenced-in areas. A variety of cuts of meat from our freezers are available for sale or get a tour of the farmstead ~ Just ask! You may simply enjoy the scene at your leisure. SITE DETAILS: Each camp site has a bed of woodchips, gravel surrounding a bonfire ring, a clothesline and neatly stacked firewood for sale. Our sites may accomodate 2 adults and their minors. We recommend that larger groups or multiple adults book more than one site next to each other (sites 1 and 2 or 2 and 3 are good for this). Quiet hours are enforced between 10pm-7am. This is our home and farm, not a campground, please think of staying here in that way. A short walk from camp, down the farm road to the north end of the livestock fence, you'll find access to a water pump for delicious drinking water straight from our well, so that you may fill containers of water or utilize for rinsing. Our land borders the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You'll be just a few miles from access to beautiful Lake Michigan beaches. Relax in the sand, hunt for rocks, hike a trail, kayak or paddle-board and watch an epic sunset. We are just down the road from the uninhabited School Lake, known for its fishing from non-motorized boats or a quiet place to paddle. Additionally, just 2 Miles away you can access the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, a non-motorized 27 mile groomed trail that follows the scenic M-22 from our location all the way to Empire, MI. This trail is open year round to walk, run, bicycle, snowshoe or cross-country ski. 2.8 miles in the other direction from our camp, you'll find a Mountain Bikers paradise at Palmer Woods Forest Preserve, with various hiking trails and a 6 mile mountain bike trail.

Camp 437 in the Sturgeon Valley

5 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Vanderbilt, MI

We book only 2 sites at a time on our 40 acre property so you can enjoy a more secluded experience in the woods. Our property is undeveloped, so you will need to bring drinking water, but there's no need to worry about finding firewood before your arrive as we supply you with a free bundle waiting for you when you get here! There are 1 1/2 miles of marked, wooded trails that will guide you to the river's edge where you can enjoy the beauty and wildlife along the West Branch of the Sturgeon River. It will feel as if you are in the middle of nowhere, yet the convenience of the small town of Vanderbilt is just three miles away. We are located just three miles off of I-75. The larger town of Gaylord is only a 15 minute drive south. There's lots to do here in beautiful Northern Michigan! Only a few miles from our camp you can go for a swim at Thumb Lake Park or take a bike ride along the North Central State Trail in Vanderbilt. Drive 15 minutes north and you can canoe or kayak the main branch of the Sturgeon River in Wolverine. There are many great hiking trails in the Pigeon River State Forest and the North Country National Scenic Trail is only 6 miles away. This 40 acre parcel has been in our family since the 1950s. My grandparents originally designated it as a tree farm and planted and harvested lumber from it. As a boy scout leader, my grandfather hosted many boy scout troops here and even hosted a boy scout Jamboree in the 1970s. Back then the property was referred to as the "Tree Farm", but after my husband John and I inherited it in 2014 we started calling it Camp 437. Before we inherited the property we spent time camping there and building trails. One of the trails we built was named the "Burns Trail" in honor of my grandparents. Since we acquired the property we have added a one mile loop that circles the perimeter of the property, and a total of about 1 1/2 miles of trail.

Farm Haven

4 sites · RVs, Tents7 acres · Harbor Springs, MI

Over 7 acres of gentle sloping meadow with views of Lake Michigan, beside a growing family farm and homestead. Our gently sloped meadow and shady pine grove are perfect for campers seeking more private, quiet camping, and the Upper Room invites you indoors, while enjoying the outdoors. In the pine grove, a freestanding deck overlooks Lake Michigan, with views of Beaver Island and Great Lakes freighters. On clear nights you can glimpse beams from a handful of lighthouses. The pine trees offer shade and protection from weather without blocking the breeze (and the pine duff creates a spectacularly soft ground for sleeping on). Or set up your tent on the hillside--open your flap to Lake Michigan's famous sunsets, or face south to see a blanket of treetops. Near the barn, your RV has a flat spot to park at the base of the "Southern Slope" meadow full of wildflowers and monarch butterflies. For guests wanting more creature comforts, the Upper Room Glamp Apartment has all the amenities--television, queen bed, dry kitchenette, and access to the main house bathroom and shower. All options have access to fire rings and views of countless stars on a clear night. You'll be staying minutes from multiple beaches for swimming, boating, fishing, and rock-hunting. Our sites make a great HQ for day trips to Mackinac Island, Beaver Island, Mackinaw City, Petoskey, and Charlevoix, or a way-point on Fall Color Tours or drives up the Tunnel of Trees on M-119. The famous Legs Inn and Petoskey Brewing Company's 2nd location are only a mile away, Moose Jaw Junction is close, and one can walk to the Crow's Nest Restaurant. From here, it's only a short drive to downtown Harbor Springs for additional fine dining and shopping. We are a young family of four, starting a family farm, and we are eager to share our homestead with you.

Mackinaw Camp Inn

1 site · RV10 acres · Mackinaw City, MI

Mackinaw City Campinn is located just 2 miles from historic Mackinaw City, a destination filled with nature, history, beaches, and fun. This is a 5 acre private camp, surrounded by woods, for self contained RV campers with a 30 or 50 amp hook up. This is a densely wooded area with some wetlands behind you.

Million $ Sunset Camp

8 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Harbor Springs, MI

Pitch your tent and listen to the waves of Sturgeon Bay on Lake Michigan. Fantastic Sunsets. Located half way between Harbor Springs and Mackinaw City. Walking distance to famous Legs Inn in Cross Village, MI. The property currently includes 8 campsites with a board walk on the east portion of the Lake side portion of the property to access the Lake MI Beach.

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Million $ Sunset Camp

8 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Harbor Springs, MI

Pitch your tent and listen to the waves of Sturgeon Bay on Lake Michigan. Fantastic Sunsets. Located half way between Harbor Springs and Mackinaw City. Walking distance to famous Legs Inn in Cross Village, MI. The property currently includes 8 campsites with a board walk on the east portion of the Lake side portion of the property to access the Lake MI Beach.

Jackson Station Leelanau

4 sites · Tents32 acres · Maple City, MI

Our sites accomodate 2 adults and their minors, with 1-2 vehicles at your site's access point. If you're traveling more than 2 adults please book more than one camp site. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor experience in beautiful Leelanau County via Agritourism at Jackson Station on the Leelanau Peninsula! Our property has 4 private sites situated among a dense pine forest on our small-scale farm. We're located conveniently between the two popular vacation destinations of Glen Arbor and Leland, MI - both a short scenic drive in either direction. The Leelanau Peninsula is littered with recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, beaches, boating, fishing, dining, shopping and wine tasting, and of course the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! Our farm produces pastured, all natural meat, including pork, beef, chicken and goat. Find the hens roaming around and see the pigs, cows and goats hanging out in the fenced-in areas. A variety of cuts of meat from our freezers are available for sale or get a tour of the farmstead ~ Just ask! You may simply enjoy the scene at your leisure. SITE DETAILS: Each camp site has a bed of woodchips, gravel surrounding a bonfire ring, a clothesline and neatly stacked firewood for sale. Our sites may accomodate 2 adults and their minors. We recommend that larger groups or multiple adults book more than one site next to each other (sites 1 and 2 or 2 and 3 are good for this). Quiet hours are enforced between 10pm-7am. This is our home and farm, not a campground, please think of staying here in that way. A short walk from camp, down the farm road to the north end of the livestock fence, you'll find access to a water pump for delicious drinking water straight from our well, so that you may fill containers of water or utilize for rinsing. Our land borders the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You'll be just a few miles from access to beautiful Lake Michigan beaches. Relax in the sand, hunt for rocks, hike a trail, kayak or paddle-board and watch an epic sunset. We are just down the road from the uninhabited School Lake, known for its fishing from non-motorized boats or a quiet place to paddle. Additionally, just 2 Miles away you can access the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, a non-motorized 27 mile groomed trail that follows the scenic M-22 from our location all the way to Empire, MI. This trail is open year round to walk, run, bicycle, snowshoe or cross-country ski. 2.8 miles in the other direction from our camp, you'll find a Mountain Bikers paradise at Palmer Woods Forest Preserve, with various hiking trails and a 6 mile mountain bike trail.

Farm Haven

4 sites · RVs, Tents7 acres · Harbor Springs, MI

Over 7 acres of gentle sloping meadow with views of Lake Michigan, beside a growing family farm and homestead. Our gently sloped meadow and shady pine grove are perfect for campers seeking more private, quiet camping, and the Upper Room invites you indoors, while enjoying the outdoors. In the pine grove, a freestanding deck overlooks Lake Michigan, with views of Beaver Island and Great Lakes freighters. On clear nights you can glimpse beams from a handful of lighthouses. The pine trees offer shade and protection from weather without blocking the breeze (and the pine duff creates a spectacularly soft ground for sleeping on). Or set up your tent on the hillside--open your flap to Lake Michigan's famous sunsets, or face south to see a blanket of treetops. Near the barn, your RV has a flat spot to park at the base of the "Southern Slope" meadow full of wildflowers and monarch butterflies. For guests wanting more creature comforts, the Upper Room Glamp Apartment has all the amenities--television, queen bed, dry kitchenette, and access to the main house bathroom and shower. All options have access to fire rings and views of countless stars on a clear night. You'll be staying minutes from multiple beaches for swimming, boating, fishing, and rock-hunting. Our sites make a great HQ for day trips to Mackinac Island, Beaver Island, Mackinaw City, Petoskey, and Charlevoix, or a way-point on Fall Color Tours or drives up the Tunnel of Trees on M-119. The famous Legs Inn and Petoskey Brewing Company's 2nd location are only a mile away, Moose Jaw Junction is close, and one can walk to the Crow's Nest Restaurant. From here, it's only a short drive to downtown Harbor Springs for additional fine dining and shopping. We are a young family of four, starting a family farm, and we are eager to share our homestead with you.

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Camp 437 in the Sturgeon Valley

5 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Vanderbilt, MI

We book only 2 sites at a time on our 40 acre property so you can enjoy a more secluded experience in the woods. Our property is undeveloped, so you will need to bring drinking water, but there's no need to worry about finding firewood before your arrive as we supply you with a free bundle waiting for you when you get here! There are 1 1/2 miles of marked, wooded trails that will guide you to the river's edge where you can enjoy the beauty and wildlife along the West Branch of the Sturgeon River. It will feel as if you are in the middle of nowhere, yet the convenience of the small town of Vanderbilt is just three miles away. We are located just three miles off of I-75. The larger town of Gaylord is only a 15 minute drive south. There's lots to do here in beautiful Northern Michigan! Only a few miles from our camp you can go for a swim at Thumb Lake Park or take a bike ride along the North Central State Trail in Vanderbilt. Drive 15 minutes north and you can canoe or kayak the main branch of the Sturgeon River in Wolverine. There are many great hiking trails in the Pigeon River State Forest and the North Country National Scenic Trail is only 6 miles away. This 40 acre parcel has been in our family since the 1950s. My grandparents originally designated it as a tree farm and planted and harvested lumber from it. As a boy scout leader, my grandfather hosted many boy scout troops here and even hosted a boy scout Jamboree in the 1970s. Back then the property was referred to as the "Tree Farm", but after my husband John and I inherited it in 2014 we started calling it Camp 437. Before we inherited the property we spent time camping there and building trails. One of the trails we built was named the "Burns Trail" in honor of my grandparents. Since we acquired the property we have added a one mile loop that circles the perimeter of the property, and a total of about 1 1/2 miles of trail.

Mackinaw Camp Inn

1 site · RV10 acres · Mackinaw City, MI

Mackinaw City Campinn is located just 2 miles from historic Mackinaw City, a destination filled with nature, history, beaches, and fun. This is a 5 acre private camp, surrounded by woods, for self contained RV campers with a 30 or 50 amp hook up. This is a densely wooded area with some wetlands behind you.

Woodland Glades

4 sites · Tents10 acres · South Boardman, MI

Right outside of TRAVERSE CITY! LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Sites are ready for summer and filling up (4th of July was sold out)! Only 25 minutes east of Traverse City! 10 minutes from the Vasa bike trails, close to the Supply Road Trailhead and right down the road from many ORV trails! 10 minute drive to the picturesque Lake (Downtown- Fife Lake for swimming, boating, fishing, etc.), convenience stores, grocery store, gas stations, hardware store, restaurants, summer ice cream stand, Fife Lake historical walk with plaques/small history museum, one room school house, antique firehouse, etc. and more! Nature's rustic camping paradise settled right in the heart of Grand Traverse County, in Fife Lake (Traverse City area). Some of the best outdoor activities are offered in this area. Also near Turtle Creek Casino Woodland Glades offers a generous 10 acre property with a beautiful trail that gives space between sites offering short-term family friendly, clean and well maintained camping ~ with 4 wooded private tent walk-in sites *wheelbarrow provided for ease of transporting your gear (designated parking area at main entrance only a minute walk, on a level winding trail that has soft light with solar lanterns and well marked signage) with a secure self check in center. All sites include a fire ring, several plastic chairs and some solar lights ( VERY dark at night, don't forget your flashlight!) . The check-in welcome center has drinkable potted water, first aid kit, brochures, local magazines, games, nature themed toys and books available for use during your staycation. There is a clean Porta John with a convenient foot pump hand washing sink included, right on the private trail for campers only. A 2 room shower/changing tent is set up for your use, just bring your own solar shower bag! ***No electric or running water (off grid)- these are peaceful rustic sites- outdoor gravity fed shower house with eco friendly shampoo/soap is coming in late Summer 2024, but is not available at this time***There is also a large common area located centrally with a 10 x 10 covered gazebo and toddlers children's playhouse for campers to enjoy. 4 tent sites available : Evergreen, Pinehurst, Orchard Grove and the largest site-The Morrow Circle. Check in : Between 2pm-10pm Check out: Noon Quiet time (respect for other campers) is from 10pm-8a.m. 2 day reservation required Reservation age requirements are 21+ Per Michigan law- max 6 people per site. 2 car maximum per site/reservation. Small, intimate rustic camping sites are offered. Wildlife is abundant, and all around you deep in Fife Lake- please be aware of your surroundings, giving wildlife space and avoid leaving food and garbage out- coyote, raccoons, opossum, even the occasional bear make their way through the woods here (it's their home!) and wildlife likes your food too, but it's not recommended to leave out food or store food in tents! Please secure and keep things in coolers/vehicles, etc. smart campers make happy campers! Ticks and mosquitoes are also very common in Michigan so wear bug spray, wear long plants if possible, light colors to better see if they are on your clothing, avoid walking off trail and into uncleared areas with leaves and check yourself thoroughly for ticks. Well behaved, non aggressive breed dog (on a 6 foot leash at all times and picked up after) pet friendly sites are available. There is an outdoor clothesline for use to hang damp camping linens - fresh breeze provided :0) Relax and unwind with: local hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, golf, jet skiing, swimming, birding, dirt biking...and so much more! Boutiques, art, fine dining and shopping on the Grand Traverse Bay are a short drive away as well. Visit over 40+ award winning Northern Michigan Wineries. Venture a little further West to the Sleeping Bear Dunes or North to Charlevoix/Petoskey up to Mackinac City. Woodland Glades is a great spot to set up, and head out to explore so many special places. No RV campers (limited sites and winding walk in only sites available). Vehicles must be parked in the designated parking area at the entrance-to keep the trail clear for walking safety, emergency vehicles and maintenance ease. Camping is permitted in the designated sites only - not off of the trails/sites reserved. Please do not wander off trails/sites as this is nature and there could be various poison foliage (poison ivy, hemlock) and the ferns grow in thick making it hard to see what's under the 4 foot tall cover. Be familiar with plants that can be harmful (see photos). Absolutely no illegal activity. No firearms, weapons and guns allowed. No Hunting on the property, no drugs, fights, outside visitors after 10 p.m., off leash/ excessive barking/aggressive/uncontrollable dogs left unsupervised will not be tolerated at the expense of peace and comfort for guests and neighboring property owners. You will be contacted if there is an issue to try to resolve it, and if it continues then be asked to leave, no refunds and a no tolerance policy will be applied. We want everyone to feel comfortable, safe and welcome, so respect is required. Please be courteous, and considerate while enjoying your stay. Take photos only, leave the property as you left it. It's in our hands to keep nature as natural as possible. Trash left behind will be accessed a $50 fine on your credit card, as well as for any left behind pet waste. Daily burn status for the county will be texted to you- if the county has issued a high wind/dry/dangerous alert level then no fires will be permitted for the safety of all campers, properties and wildlife. Fires are not permitted outside of the provided fire rings. Only wood from Grand Traverse County is allowed by state law- to help combat invasive damage from spores outside of the area. You may freely use any of the already downed wood in the area, just please do not cut down or harm existing living trees. Also, only burn wood (not garbage, plastics, metals or foreign objects). A lidded water bucket *NOT drinkable* is provided at each site to douse water at night, and at the end of your stay. If you do smoke, please only do so in your own personal vehicle and keep dangerous, flammable cigarette butts off of the property. No smoking on trails, camp sites, common area or in the welcome center building is permitted for the safety of all. Violations to the rules listed/posted may result in non-refundable removal off of the property terminating your reservation and may incur fees. Refunds are not given less than 7 days prior to check-in. Weather is not refundable, as that is an unpredictable part of nature. I welcome any and all inquiries and am very excited you're choosing Woodland Glades for you (yourself) and your family/friends here in the heart of paradise for memories in the making. It's a truly beautiful place that i am honored to share with each and every one of you.

Echo Valley Forest Reserve

1 site · RV, Tent40 acres · Empire, MI

Echo Valley Forest Reserve is a backcountry tent site located deep within hardwood forest near the center of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, five minutes from Empire Beach, Glen Haven, and Glen Arbor, and just a mile south of Big Glen Lake. This site is completely private, with only one site rented at a time, in the center of a 40-acre parcel, by thousands of acres of National Lakeshore and private forested land. It is abundant with wildlife; listen for thrush, barred owls, ravens, and coyotes. Walk the trails on the property, cook dinner over a wood fire and watch the stars come out, or enjoy fine dining La Becasse or Funistrada, just 2 miles from the site, or a burger at the Friendly Tavern in Empire or Art's Bar in Glen Arbor, both about 5 miles away. Swim at Old Settler's Park on Big Glen or drive to several Lake Michigan beaches in 5 minutes. The camp site is unmaintained and there is no water or toilet, but it is a spot to pitch a tent and experience the northern forest without the filter of a busy campground. We have just finished installing a graveled drive up the steep hill that leads up to the camp site, so you no longer have to walk up (YEY!). We ask that you please stay on the gravel, and do not drive around the camp in order to keep it as wild as possible. There is room for 2 or 3 cars to park next to camp. Keep in mind it is deep in the woods, so bring a flashlight and perhaps some LED lanterns. You can explore the property by hiking west from the camp. There is a rough trail from the camp site that runs up a valley to the hill top with treed views of Big Glen Lake and evening sunshine. The trails are being developed (your foot traffic helps!) so keep an eye out for the pink flagging tape. There is also a big kettle hole formed by glacial ice deposits across the road from the driveway, about 150 feet to the north (no trail). There are a ton of great activities close to the camp. Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore has great beaches, swimming, and hiking. Empire Beach is six miles and Glen Haven is 8 miles away. The Heritage Trail in Glen Arbor is a road bike trail that runs from Empire to Bohemian Rd. There are a few mountain bike trails in the area as well (Palmer Woods in Glen Arbor, Arcadia Bluffs trail south of Frankfort, etc). Big Glen access is just a couple miles from the camp at Old Settler Park or at then end of Agnew St (by Funistrada). There isn't a beach on Big Glen but you can swim or hand-launch a boat. There are two nearby restaurants, La Becasse (French) and Trattoria Funistrada (Italian), as well as bar food in Empire and Glen Arbor. VEHICLE ACCESS - Welcome to Northern Michigan! The camp is accessed off Echo Valley Road, which is a rough, seasonal, unmaintained two-track road that can be sandy, rocky, and rutted. If you have 2-wheel drive, I recommend accessing Echo Valley Road from Benzonia Trail end. Most vehicles are fine on Echo Valley Rd if you drive mindfully. I do not recommend driving an RV or towing a fifth-wheel down Echo Valley Road. FIRES AND WOODS - Keep fires in the pit or ring, and always put out completely before leaving the site. We have had some very dry summers lately, as well as wildfires - if you get a Fire Ban notification from HipCamp, because the local Fire Department has issued it due to high risk of wildfire. Please do not bring wood from home. Moving firewood is one of the main ways tree pests and diseases are introduced to a region, resulting in a huge loss for our forests (emerald ash borer, beech bark disease). If you would like pre-cut firewood there are several roadside stands on Benzonia Trail and Plowman Road. Please do not cut into live trees! SAFETY - We have BLACK BEAR and other curious critters. Practice bear-safe camping by storing food and anything "smelly" in a bear can, by hanging it, or in your car when you are sleeping or not on site. Do not store food in your tent or the critters will come scratching around. Leelanau County also has deer ticks, which carry Lyme disease. Check for ticks daily! CONTACT - Please TEXT, or message me on HipCamp, if you have any questions of if you need directions or recommendations.

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Sherwood Forest

2 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Rapid City, MI

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.

South Torch Lake Sugarbush

1 site · Tent5 acres · Rapid City, MI

Learn more about this land:Located a few hundred feet from blue ribbon trout stream the Rapid River. Also less than a mile away is the carribean of the north, south torch lake sandbar. Nestled in a 5 acre grove of maples, You can find the perfect quiet spot in the woods for wildlife viewing or camp closer to the road with easy access to camp van on the property incase of inclement weather. Three sites to choose from. Potable water from my well and firewood from my woods are also available. Please note: you may hear deer and other animals walking around your site, remember, they were here first. :-) Please leave a note in the guestbook provided and happy camping. (Guest tour of the floura/fauna upon request).

Field and Forest Songbird Haven

2 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Lake Leelanau, MI

Learn more about this land:The two sites available are in a field clearing in the woods and in a clearing in the apple orchard. We are located between 3 protected properties including an apple orchard (not sprayed) mountain bike trails and an old growth hemlock forest. The hosts live in a house on site, off the grid. We are a 5 minute bike ride away from a public access to lake Leelanau, centrally located on the peninsula. We have designated fire spaces and a communal fire pit. We are happy to recommend hikes.

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Uraharas On The Hill

4 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Alden, MI

Uraharas is a music venue that hosts events throughout the summer. We are happy to now open our space to campers on the dates that are not scheduled for events. We hope you enjoy our space as much as we have in creating it! Learn more about this land: *ADULTS ONLY CAMPING* Set up camp in our little wooded get away at the top of the valley. There are many great things near and many more within a reasonable drive. We are located just three miles from Torch Lake sandbar with several public access sites. Spend the day swimming or rent a kayak or pontoon to further explore. Check out Seven Bridges Nature Area just five miles away. Head over to Short’s Brewery in Bellaire. Take a drive to Turtle Creek Casino and Traverse City in thirty minutes or less. At the end of your exciting day come relax and build a fire in our communal fire pit. Enjoy the colorful sights as we light up the forest at night (weather permitting). Campsites are located in a specific area. You may have camp neighbors not so far away and will not be a guarantee that it’s completely silent or secluded. Please be mindful of one another. We love the sounds of a good time happening but we do ask that after 11 pm weekdays and 12 am weekends that you keep a respectable level. As title says this is camping for ages 18 and up. Front area can accommodate parking for your boat/kayak trailer. Uraharas is an excellent setting to use as larger group camping. If you need bookings for your group beyond the max of the two combined sites please message me for details!

RV-tent,gorgeous PRIVATE water view

1 site · RV, Tent23 acres · Grayling, MI

Remote private tract in northern Michigan with Portage Creek to camp at, right up close. No neighbors, no other campers! 10 miles from Grayling so you can run into town for needed supplies with little time or effort. Bring your kayaks and swimsuit for a quick splash. The creek is mostly shallow with some deeper spots. There are downed trees so the kids can kayak without going too far away but they can go out of line of sight and hearing, so please be watchful. The last ½ mile road in can be very sandy in spots or sometimes flooded so you are encouraged to call or enquire prior to arrival, 4WD recommended for towing an RV. We recommend your first arrival during daylight hours so you can see the entrance of the property. The non-maintained county road, the last ½ mile in is typically not passable during winter and snow seasons except by snowshoe or snowmobile due to the snow level. Never leave children or pets unattended! Be aware of the chance encounter with an endangered massasauga rattler, it may be endangered but it is still poisonous and they have been seen on and around the property before. Ticks are on the rise, and the springtime can be very buggy, and mosquito-y with the surrounding swampy areas. There are bear, coyote, and an assortment of other creatures big and small. This is a wilderness area and so please be aware of wild animals. Never leave your small contained fire unattended at the firepit and watch for sparks, completely douse the fire before you leave as this is a fire-prone area. No fires outside the firepit for safety reasons and fire hazards. If you want firewood here in Grayling, there are a few places that sell it. There is down debris in our woods but as the summer goes by, it may be picked through. You can pull and circle through the open area with your RV, or you can tuck into the RV / camping spot. There is enough room for 5 or 6 cars but campers may crowd that a bit. If you are tent camping, you are welcome to set up elsewhere on the property. There are trails throughout the property and you may see the ‘No Trespassing’ signs all along the perimeter of the 23.7 acres. The toilet is now working again, but we ask that you not overtaxed it ;p . The small cabin is fairly stocked with pots and pans, good for campfire cooking. Picnic table and fire pit with cooking grate on site for your use. There are tons of nearby outdoor recreational opportunities and water bodies very close by, or you can spend your time on this private tract. The military board land and small arms range is just past the road to the west, you may hear small arms practice at times, the sound of freedom.

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Farm Haven

4 sites · RVs, Tents7 acres · Harbor Springs, MI

Over 7 acres of gentle sloping meadow with views of Lake Michigan, beside a growing family farm and homestead. Our gently sloped meadow and shady pine grove are perfect for campers seeking more private, quiet camping, and the Upper Room invites you indoors, while enjoying the outdoors. In the pine grove, a freestanding deck overlooks Lake Michigan, with views of Beaver Island and Great Lakes freighters. On clear nights you can glimpse beams from a handful of lighthouses. The pine trees offer shade and protection from weather without blocking the breeze (and the pine duff creates a spectacularly soft ground for sleeping on). Or set up your tent on the hillside--open your flap to Lake Michigan's famous sunsets, or face south to see a blanket of treetops. Near the barn, your RV has a flat spot to park at the base of the "Southern Slope" meadow full of wildflowers and monarch butterflies. For guests wanting more creature comforts, the Upper Room Glamp Apartment has all the amenities--television, queen bed, dry kitchenette, and access to the main house bathroom and shower. All options have access to fire rings and views of countless stars on a clear night. You'll be staying minutes from multiple beaches for swimming, boating, fishing, and rock-hunting. Our sites make a great HQ for day trips to Mackinac Island, Beaver Island, Mackinaw City, Petoskey, and Charlevoix, or a way-point on Fall Color Tours or drives up the Tunnel of Trees on M-119. The famous Legs Inn and Petoskey Brewing Company's 2nd location are only a mile away, Moose Jaw Junction is close, and one can walk to the Crow's Nest Restaurant. From here, it's only a short drive to downtown Harbor Springs for additional fine dining and shopping. We are a young family of four, starting a family farm, and we are eager to share our homestead with you.

Million $ Sunset Camp

8 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Harbor Springs, MI

Pitch your tent and listen to the waves of Sturgeon Bay on Lake Michigan. Fantastic Sunsets. Located half way between Harbor Springs and Mackinaw City. Walking distance to famous Legs Inn in Cross Village, MI. The property currently includes 8 campsites with a board walk on the east portion of the Lake side portion of the property to access the Lake MI Beach.

Woodland Glades

4 sites · Tents10 acres · South Boardman, MI

Right outside of TRAVERSE CITY! LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Sites are ready for summer and filling up (4th of July was sold out)! Only 25 minutes east of Traverse City! 10 minutes from the Vasa bike trails, close to the Supply Road Trailhead and right down the road from many ORV trails! 10 minute drive to the picturesque Lake (Downtown- Fife Lake for swimming, boating, fishing, etc.), convenience stores, grocery store, gas stations, hardware store, restaurants, summer ice cream stand, Fife Lake historical walk with plaques/small history museum, one room school house, antique firehouse, etc. and more! Nature's rustic camping paradise settled right in the heart of Grand Traverse County, in Fife Lake (Traverse City area). Some of the best outdoor activities are offered in this area. Also near Turtle Creek Casino Woodland Glades offers a generous 10 acre property with a beautiful trail that gives space between sites offering short-term family friendly, clean and well maintained camping ~ with 4 wooded private tent walk-in sites *wheelbarrow provided for ease of transporting your gear (designated parking area at main entrance only a minute walk, on a level winding trail that has soft light with solar lanterns and well marked signage) with a secure self check in center. All sites include a fire ring, several plastic chairs and some solar lights ( VERY dark at night, don't forget your flashlight!) . The check-in welcome center has drinkable potted water, first aid kit, brochures, local magazines, games, nature themed toys and books available for use during your staycation. There is a clean Porta John with a convenient foot pump hand washing sink included, right on the private trail for campers only. A 2 room shower/changing tent is set up for your use, just bring your own solar shower bag! ***No electric or running water (off grid)- these are peaceful rustic sites- outdoor gravity fed shower house with eco friendly shampoo/soap is coming in late Summer 2024, but is not available at this time***There is also a large common area located centrally with a 10 x 10 covered gazebo and toddlers children's playhouse for campers to enjoy. 4 tent sites available : Evergreen, Pinehurst, Orchard Grove and the largest site-The Morrow Circle. Check in : Between 2pm-10pm Check out: Noon Quiet time (respect for other campers) is from 10pm-8a.m. 2 day reservation required Reservation age requirements are 21+ Per Michigan law- max 6 people per site. 2 car maximum per site/reservation. Small, intimate rustic camping sites are offered. Wildlife is abundant, and all around you deep in Fife Lake- please be aware of your surroundings, giving wildlife space and avoid leaving food and garbage out- coyote, raccoons, opossum, even the occasional bear make their way through the woods here (it's their home!) and wildlife likes your food too, but it's not recommended to leave out food or store food in tents! Please secure and keep things in coolers/vehicles, etc. smart campers make happy campers! Ticks and mosquitoes are also very common in Michigan so wear bug spray, wear long plants if possible, light colors to better see if they are on your clothing, avoid walking off trail and into uncleared areas with leaves and check yourself thoroughly for ticks. Well behaved, non aggressive breed dog (on a 6 foot leash at all times and picked up after) pet friendly sites are available. There is an outdoor clothesline for use to hang damp camping linens - fresh breeze provided :0) Relax and unwind with: local hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, golf, jet skiing, swimming, birding, dirt biking...and so much more! Boutiques, art, fine dining and shopping on the Grand Traverse Bay are a short drive away as well. Visit over 40+ award winning Northern Michigan Wineries. Venture a little further West to the Sleeping Bear Dunes or North to Charlevoix/Petoskey up to Mackinac City. Woodland Glades is a great spot to set up, and head out to explore so many special places. No RV campers (limited sites and winding walk in only sites available). Vehicles must be parked in the designated parking area at the entrance-to keep the trail clear for walking safety, emergency vehicles and maintenance ease. Camping is permitted in the designated sites only - not off of the trails/sites reserved. Please do not wander off trails/sites as this is nature and there could be various poison foliage (poison ivy, hemlock) and the ferns grow in thick making it hard to see what's under the 4 foot tall cover. Be familiar with plants that can be harmful (see photos). Absolutely no illegal activity. No firearms, weapons and guns allowed. No Hunting on the property, no drugs, fights, outside visitors after 10 p.m., off leash/ excessive barking/aggressive/uncontrollable dogs left unsupervised will not be tolerated at the expense of peace and comfort for guests and neighboring property owners. You will be contacted if there is an issue to try to resolve it, and if it continues then be asked to leave, no refunds and a no tolerance policy will be applied. We want everyone to feel comfortable, safe and welcome, so respect is required. Please be courteous, and considerate while enjoying your stay. Take photos only, leave the property as you left it. It's in our hands to keep nature as natural as possible. Trash left behind will be accessed a $50 fine on your credit card, as well as for any left behind pet waste. Daily burn status for the county will be texted to you- if the county has issued a high wind/dry/dangerous alert level then no fires will be permitted for the safety of all campers, properties and wildlife. Fires are not permitted outside of the provided fire rings. Only wood from Grand Traverse County is allowed by state law- to help combat invasive damage from spores outside of the area. You may freely use any of the already downed wood in the area, just please do not cut down or harm existing living trees. Also, only burn wood (not garbage, plastics, metals or foreign objects). A lidded water bucket *NOT drinkable* is provided at each site to douse water at night, and at the end of your stay. If you do smoke, please only do so in your own personal vehicle and keep dangerous, flammable cigarette butts off of the property. No smoking on trails, camp sites, common area or in the welcome center building is permitted for the safety of all. Violations to the rules listed/posted may result in non-refundable removal off of the property terminating your reservation and may incur fees. Refunds are not given less than 7 days prior to check-in. Weather is not refundable, as that is an unpredictable part of nature. I welcome any and all inquiries and am very excited you're choosing Woodland Glades for you (yourself) and your family/friends here in the heart of paradise for memories in the making. It's a truly beautiful place that i am honored to share with each and every one of you.

Sherwood Forest

2 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Rapid City, MI

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.

Field and Forest Songbird Haven

2 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Lake Leelanau, MI

Learn more about this land:The two sites available are in a field clearing in the woods and in a clearing in the apple orchard. We are located between 3 protected properties including an apple orchard (not sprayed) mountain bike trails and an old growth hemlock forest. The hosts live in a house on site, off the grid. We are a 5 minute bike ride away from a public access to lake Leelanau, centrally located on the peninsula. We have designated fire spaces and a communal fire pit. We are happy to recommend hikes.

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Camp 437 in the Sturgeon Valley

5 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Vanderbilt, MI

We book only 2 sites at a time on our 40 acre property so you can enjoy a more secluded experience in the woods. Our property is undeveloped, so you will need to bring drinking water, but there's no need to worry about finding firewood before your arrive as we supply you with a free bundle waiting for you when you get here! There are 1 1/2 miles of marked, wooded trails that will guide you to the river's edge where you can enjoy the beauty and wildlife along the West Branch of the Sturgeon River. It will feel as if you are in the middle of nowhere, yet the convenience of the small town of Vanderbilt is just three miles away. We are located just three miles off of I-75. The larger town of Gaylord is only a 15 minute drive south. There's lots to do here in beautiful Northern Michigan! Only a few miles from our camp you can go for a swim at Thumb Lake Park or take a bike ride along the North Central State Trail in Vanderbilt. Drive 15 minutes north and you can canoe or kayak the main branch of the Sturgeon River in Wolverine. There are many great hiking trails in the Pigeon River State Forest and the North Country National Scenic Trail is only 6 miles away. This 40 acre parcel has been in our family since the 1950s. My grandparents originally designated it as a tree farm and planted and harvested lumber from it. As a boy scout leader, my grandfather hosted many boy scout troops here and even hosted a boy scout Jamboree in the 1970s. Back then the property was referred to as the "Tree Farm", but after my husband John and I inherited it in 2014 we started calling it Camp 437. Before we inherited the property we spent time camping there and building trails. One of the trails we built was named the "Burns Trail" in honor of my grandparents. Since we acquired the property we have added a one mile loop that circles the perimeter of the property, and a total of about 1 1/2 miles of trail.

Woodland Glades

4 sites · Tents10 acres · South Boardman, MI

Right outside of TRAVERSE CITY! LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Sites are ready for summer and filling up (4th of July was sold out)! Only 25 minutes east of Traverse City! 10 minutes from the Vasa bike trails, close to the Supply Road Trailhead and right down the road from many ORV trails! 10 minute drive to the picturesque Lake (Downtown- Fife Lake for swimming, boating, fishing, etc.), convenience stores, grocery store, gas stations, hardware store, restaurants, summer ice cream stand, Fife Lake historical walk with plaques/small history museum, one room school house, antique firehouse, etc. and more! Nature's rustic camping paradise settled right in the heart of Grand Traverse County, in Fife Lake (Traverse City area). Some of the best outdoor activities are offered in this area. Also near Turtle Creek Casino Woodland Glades offers a generous 10 acre property with a beautiful trail that gives space between sites offering short-term family friendly, clean and well maintained camping ~ with 4 wooded private tent walk-in sites *wheelbarrow provided for ease of transporting your gear (designated parking area at main entrance only a minute walk, on a level winding trail that has soft light with solar lanterns and well marked signage) with a secure self check in center. All sites include a fire ring, several plastic chairs and some solar lights ( VERY dark at night, don't forget your flashlight!) . The check-in welcome center has drinkable potted water, first aid kit, brochures, local magazines, games, nature themed toys and books available for use during your staycation. There is a clean Porta John with a convenient foot pump hand washing sink included, right on the private trail for campers only. A 2 room shower/changing tent is set up for your use, just bring your own solar shower bag! ***No electric or running water (off grid)- these are peaceful rustic sites- outdoor gravity fed shower house with eco friendly shampoo/soap is coming in late Summer 2024, but is not available at this time***There is also a large common area located centrally with a 10 x 10 covered gazebo and toddlers children's playhouse for campers to enjoy. 4 tent sites available : Evergreen, Pinehurst, Orchard Grove and the largest site-The Morrow Circle. Check in : Between 2pm-10pm Check out: Noon Quiet time (respect for other campers) is from 10pm-8a.m. 2 day reservation required Reservation age requirements are 21+ Per Michigan law- max 6 people per site. 2 car maximum per site/reservation. Small, intimate rustic camping sites are offered. Wildlife is abundant, and all around you deep in Fife Lake- please be aware of your surroundings, giving wildlife space and avoid leaving food and garbage out- coyote, raccoons, opossum, even the occasional bear make their way through the woods here (it's their home!) and wildlife likes your food too, but it's not recommended to leave out food or store food in tents! Please secure and keep things in coolers/vehicles, etc. smart campers make happy campers! Ticks and mosquitoes are also very common in Michigan so wear bug spray, wear long plants if possible, light colors to better see if they are on your clothing, avoid walking off trail and into uncleared areas with leaves and check yourself thoroughly for ticks. Well behaved, non aggressive breed dog (on a 6 foot leash at all times and picked up after) pet friendly sites are available. There is an outdoor clothesline for use to hang damp camping linens - fresh breeze provided :0) Relax and unwind with: local hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, golf, jet skiing, swimming, birding, dirt biking...and so much more! Boutiques, art, fine dining and shopping on the Grand Traverse Bay are a short drive away as well. Visit over 40+ award winning Northern Michigan Wineries. Venture a little further West to the Sleeping Bear Dunes or North to Charlevoix/Petoskey up to Mackinac City. Woodland Glades is a great spot to set up, and head out to explore so many special places. No RV campers (limited sites and winding walk in only sites available). Vehicles must be parked in the designated parking area at the entrance-to keep the trail clear for walking safety, emergency vehicles and maintenance ease. Camping is permitted in the designated sites only - not off of the trails/sites reserved. Please do not wander off trails/sites as this is nature and there could be various poison foliage (poison ivy, hemlock) and the ferns grow in thick making it hard to see what's under the 4 foot tall cover. Be familiar with plants that can be harmful (see photos). Absolutely no illegal activity. No firearms, weapons and guns allowed. No Hunting on the property, no drugs, fights, outside visitors after 10 p.m., off leash/ excessive barking/aggressive/uncontrollable dogs left unsupervised will not be tolerated at the expense of peace and comfort for guests and neighboring property owners. You will be contacted if there is an issue to try to resolve it, and if it continues then be asked to leave, no refunds and a no tolerance policy will be applied. We want everyone to feel comfortable, safe and welcome, so respect is required. Please be courteous, and considerate while enjoying your stay. Take photos only, leave the property as you left it. It's in our hands to keep nature as natural as possible. Trash left behind will be accessed a $50 fine on your credit card, as well as for any left behind pet waste. Daily burn status for the county will be texted to you- if the county has issued a high wind/dry/dangerous alert level then no fires will be permitted for the safety of all campers, properties and wildlife. Fires are not permitted outside of the provided fire rings. Only wood from Grand Traverse County is allowed by state law- to help combat invasive damage from spores outside of the area. You may freely use any of the already downed wood in the area, just please do not cut down or harm existing living trees. Also, only burn wood (not garbage, plastics, metals or foreign objects). A lidded water bucket *NOT drinkable* is provided at each site to douse water at night, and at the end of your stay. If you do smoke, please only do so in your own personal vehicle and keep dangerous, flammable cigarette butts off of the property. No smoking on trails, camp sites, common area or in the welcome center building is permitted for the safety of all. Violations to the rules listed/posted may result in non-refundable removal off of the property terminating your reservation and may incur fees. Refunds are not given less than 7 days prior to check-in. Weather is not refundable, as that is an unpredictable part of nature. I welcome any and all inquiries and am very excited you're choosing Woodland Glades for you (yourself) and your family/friends here in the heart of paradise for memories in the making. It's a truly beautiful place that i am honored to share with each and every one of you.

Jackson Station Leelanau

4 sites · Tents32 acres · Maple City, MI

Our sites accomodate 2 adults and their minors, with 1-2 vehicles at your site's access point. If you're traveling more than 2 adults please book more than one camp site. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor experience in beautiful Leelanau County via Agritourism at Jackson Station on the Leelanau Peninsula! Our property has 4 private sites situated among a dense pine forest on our small-scale farm. We're located conveniently between the two popular vacation destinations of Glen Arbor and Leland, MI - both a short scenic drive in either direction. The Leelanau Peninsula is littered with recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, beaches, boating, fishing, dining, shopping and wine tasting, and of course the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! Our farm produces pastured, all natural meat, including pork, beef, chicken and goat. Find the hens roaming around and see the pigs, cows and goats hanging out in the fenced-in areas. A variety of cuts of meat from our freezers are available for sale or get a tour of the farmstead ~ Just ask! You may simply enjoy the scene at your leisure. SITE DETAILS: Each camp site has a bed of woodchips, gravel surrounding a bonfire ring, a clothesline and neatly stacked firewood for sale. Our sites may accomodate 2 adults and their minors. We recommend that larger groups or multiple adults book more than one site next to each other (sites 1 and 2 or 2 and 3 are good for this). Quiet hours are enforced between 10pm-7am. This is our home and farm, not a campground, please think of staying here in that way. A short walk from camp, down the farm road to the north end of the livestock fence, you'll find access to a water pump for delicious drinking water straight from our well, so that you may fill containers of water or utilize for rinsing. Our land borders the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You'll be just a few miles from access to beautiful Lake Michigan beaches. Relax in the sand, hunt for rocks, hike a trail, kayak or paddle-board and watch an epic sunset. We are just down the road from the uninhabited School Lake, known for its fishing from non-motorized boats or a quiet place to paddle. Additionally, just 2 Miles away you can access the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, a non-motorized 27 mile groomed trail that follows the scenic M-22 from our location all the way to Empire, MI. This trail is open year round to walk, run, bicycle, snowshoe or cross-country ski. 2.8 miles in the other direction from our camp, you'll find a Mountain Bikers paradise at Palmer Woods Forest Preserve, with various hiking trails and a 6 mile mountain bike trail.

Mackinaw Camp Inn

1 site · RV10 acres · Mackinaw City, MI

Mackinaw City Campinn is located just 2 miles from historic Mackinaw City, a destination filled with nature, history, beaches, and fun. This is a 5 acre private camp, surrounded by woods, for self contained RV campers with a 30 or 50 amp hook up. This is a densely wooded area with some wetlands behind you.

Million $ Sunset Camp

8 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Harbor Springs, MI

Pitch your tent and listen to the waves of Sturgeon Bay on Lake Michigan. Fantastic Sunsets. Located half way between Harbor Springs and Mackinaw City. Walking distance to famous Legs Inn in Cross Village, MI. The property currently includes 8 campsites with a board walk on the east portion of the Lake side portion of the property to access the Lake MI Beach.

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Safety at Hipcamp

Inclusion Policy

Inclusion Policy

Inclusion Policy

Hipcamp Hand

Hosting Standards

Hosting Standards

Hosting Standards

Hipcamper Standards

Hipcamper Standards

Hipcamper Standards

Safety partners

Recreate Responsibly

Leave No Trace

National Weather Service

Hipcamp is created with ❤️ and hope for our future.