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Beautiful Lake View Camping
2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1 acre · Lupton, MI
Perryn's Cabin is a rustic cabin sitting on a wooded lot on Green Lake offering a quiet getaway. The cabin is equipped with solar ceiling lights and one 12v USB plug. Enjoy fishing, kayaking or boating (electric motors only) right out your front door or on many of the local lakes. Cook dinner on the grill, over the firepit or enjoy one of wonderful local restaurants.
The trailhead for the Huron-Manistee National forest is a mile down the road offering great riding for ORVs and Snowmobiles.
Rifle River Recreation Area, located right around the corner
has a swimming beach, and numerous hiking and biking trails. It's a short drive to the east to Tawas and Lake Huron or to the north to Mio, where canoeing and tubing on the Ausable River is available.
Happy camping!
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In The Woods With No One Around.
2 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Alpena, MI
Nestled among several old pine trees, our property boasts abundant wildlife, including deer and the occasional bear sighting. You'll also discover a pond stocked with catfish and a charming little stream featuring a covered bridge. Surrounded by hundreds of acres of Michigan State land, outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to ORV and snowmobile trails.
Experience the rustic charm of camping while enjoying modern conveniences, such as the ability to order from a variety of places via DoorDash. Plus, you're just 15 minutes away from the lake and a scenic 40-minute drive to Lower Michigan's largest waterfall.
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Huron Wooded Retreat 🚗🏕️🏖️
1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Au Gres, MI
Our one-acre property offers a spacious front area with ample room to accommodate an SUV and a camper, alongside additional space for pitching a tent. The rear of the property is entirely wooded, featuring a quaint walking path that invites you to explore the serene landscape.
Just a short 4-minute stroll down our secluded street leads to public access to Lake Huron. Here, you'll find a largely undiscovered public beach, its seclusion due to the unique location making it an ideal spot for quiet relaxation by the vast sandy shores.
For those looking to enjoy local culture and dining, we are conveniently situated approximately 10 minutes from both Tawas City and Au Gres, each offering an array of charming shops and restaurants.
This setting perfectly blends accessibility with a retreat into nature, providing a peaceful haven where you can watch the sunset over Lake Huron then return to the tranquil woods for an evening of solitude.
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Boondock Ridge
1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Gladwin, MI
Learn more about this land:The spot Is on the riverbank and private.
Beautiful river view and access.
Short foot trail down to the river where there is a dock providing access to river and a artesian well that has been tested for purity
Perfect to tie up a float and watch the wildlife.
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Jewett Creek Farm
1 site · RV, Tent3 acres · Hillman, MI
Quiet, close to lots of funLearn more about this land:- Full bathroom
- RV hookup
- Park like area off a asphalt road
- 3 miles from the world famous Fletchers Flood Waters and near many other inland lakes.
- 20 minutes from Lake Huron.
- no one lives on site neighbors across road
- ORV trails within five miles.
- Five miles from the Thunder Bay River.
- Near a Golf Course with elk viewing.
- Campfire wood provided.
- Pet friendly!
- Seasonal
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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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Alpena Lake Huron Beach RV Site
1 site · RV1 acre · Alpena, MI
Great Lake Huron Thunder Bay beach front spot in the heart of Alpena. Watch the sunrise over Lake Huron, enjoy swimming in the lake, bike riding trails, shopping in Alpena, take it easy and enjoy the beautiful lake view and relax by the campfire by the beach in the evening. You will be parking your camper a stones throw to the beach!
Super convenient location which is only bike ride away from Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, Alpena Shipwreck Tours, Starlite Beach, Mich-e-ke-wis Park, Blair Street Park and Alpena Bi-Path and Miniature Golf. Or go exploring at Rockport State Park.
Please respect our neighbors with quiet time after dark.
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Bear Paw
4 sites · RVs, Tents17 acres · West Branch, MI
Learn more about this land:
There is a great play area for kids, plus a log playhouse and treehouse they can even sleep in if they wish.
You and your guests will have the property to yourselves, to increase your ability to relax and enjoy, so book early!
Catch and release fishing, beach area for swimming, plus zip line, water slide, and giant swing that all land you in the water.
Horse shoes, sand pit volley ball court, and tetherball are here as well.
Wildlife is abundant on our property. We are a mile from ORV trails and State land, 30-45 minutes from the Au Sable, Rifle, and Cedar rivers for canoeing, tubing, or kayaking.
There are numerous public lakes close by for fishing or pleasure cruising.
Treasure hunt a piece of Michigan history by metal detecting along our old narrow gauge railroad grade on the property.
Take a ride on our Bear Paw Dragon!
Bring a whole group to use all four sites and have a private (safe) campground outing! Fees apply to each site used.
We also have 2 RVs available to rent if needed. Contact us for details.
Look for an amazing treehouse this spring!!!
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Hammerhead Shark Ranch
2 sites · Tents25 acres · Gaylord, MI
Learn more about this land:We are located on 25 acres of Pine forest. We have a micro farm where we raise animals and grow specialty berries. Across the road is a large lake. I offer onsite massage therapy for an additional fee. Hiking trails through our forest are available. We also offer yoga depending on our work schedule as we are a working farm.
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Rustic Escapes
1 site · Tent20 acres · Saint Helen, MI
Currently only 1 site available. Enjoy a peaceful rustic site, away from the chaos of the city. Located in the northern lower peninsula, a beautiful secluded space tucked in the woods.
Located near thousands of miles of riding trails for any outdoor enthusiast, dirt bikes, quads, SXS, and even horse back riding! If you enjoy fishing or swimming, we are centrally located between Houghton Lake, Higgins Lake, Lake St Helen with public beaches and boat launches within a quick driving distance.
Need something to eat? We have a bunch of great family owned restaurants in town only about 3 miles away!
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Blue Heron Homestead
3 sites · Tents1 acre · Au Gres, MI
Spend an enchanting evening on the shores of the Saginaw Bay. We are located in the North Bay- the northern end of the Saginaw Bay in a secluded coastal marsh. Enjoy some of the best views of stars in the Lower Peninsula, or roast marshmallows around a bonfire while the sound of frogs singing lulls you to sleep.
Wake up to the sounds of blue herons and snowy egrets coasting over the bay as the sun rises in the morning and enjoy the biodiversity of plants and birds that call this part of Lake Huron home. Watch eagles and kingfishers fish as you kayak the marsh or just lounge in hammocks and enjoy the tranquility of this region.
Activities:
Kayaking- bring your own kayak or use one of ours. The bay is very shallow here and an ideal spot for a leisurely paddle. Take a tour by kayak of the maze of marsh, or kayak out to the tip of Point Au Gres.
Fishing-Perch, Walleye , catfish, bluegill, sunfish, pike and bass are common in the North Bay. Need fishing gear or a license? Stop to Norm's Sporting Goods at the traffic light in Au Gres for a local experience.
Birdwatching- This spot is truly a birdwatcher's paradise. In the summer we see abundant herons, egrets, kingfishers, swans, grebes, and a myriad of ducks on a daily basis. During migration seasons the bird action is endless.
Swimming- although the marshy coastline here is not ideal for swimming you can easily kayak out to a sandbar or jump in, or just down the road is a public county park with a sandy beach.
Visit the Northeast Region! Au Gres has few amenities or restaurants, but 20 minutes north Tawas has ample public beaches, dozens of bars and restaurants, a Walmart and other provisions you may want. The Huron National forest outiside of Tawas also has many great hiking trails, ORV trails and more.
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Lake Side Cabin
1 site · Lodging630 acres · Lupton, MI
Arrowhead Lake Camp was an old Boy Scout Reservation. The 566 Acre campground holds multiple cabins, lodges, tent sites and event locations. The Lake is great for swimming, fishing and relaxing boat rides.
All Cabins are unique, and are seconds away from the lake. Fire pits are located near each cabin and tent site.
Trails wrap around Arrowhead Lake which would be great for biking, hiking and nature watching.
These are dry cabins with electric. Each comes with a microwave and a mini fridge. Bathrooms / Commercial Kitchen are located a short distance away in the main loge.
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You’re going to feel like you struck gold when you visit Huron-Manistee National Forest and you might actually strike gold! Along with hiking and horseback riding in the fairytale forest of lower Michigan, you can also pan for gold or hunt for natural minerals and geodes. If a sparkly souvenir isn’t your fancy, tube down the AuSable National Scenic River or explore the Nordhouse Dunes. The Loda Lake National Wildflower Sanctuary is delight for all your senses and a spot to get that epic panoramic shot. This is a place you’ll want to discover for more than a day, so crack a few fireside brews at one of Huron-Manistee’s campgrounds. You’ll have no issues here striking it rich in both scenery and fun.
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