Camping in Michigan with Kids? Here are 50+ Best Family Campgrounds in Michigan

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This is an absolute favorite of ours. Hiking trails, mini-golf, fishing ponds, spacious fields, large lots, friendly staff, and clean facilities.

TriPonds is a place you can come to relax, retreat, and reconnect with family and friends. Kids can hit up the playground, mini-golf course, or go fishing for a start at TriPonds Family Camp Resort. The resort hosts various levels of family campsites, including eight rental cabins. Enjoy 90 acres of beautiful shaded trees, hiking trails, peaceful ponds, spacious fields, and large lots.

3687 Dumont Road, Allegan, MI 49010

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Tyler Creek has a great creek/pond area for beginner fisherman, a playground, outdoor pool, sandbox, volleyball area, all to keep your kids busy. Their onsite golf course is great for any skill level, with additional tees to challenge the most serious golfer.

13495 92nd St SE, Alto, MI 49302

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Located a mere two miles away from Lake Michigan, the St. Joseph KOA has a pool, hot tub, playground, bouncing pillow, mini-golf, and bike rentals.
Families can check out the nearby attractions in St. Joe – children’s museum, splash pad, and carousel for one of the campgrounds in Michigan packing in the fun.

3527 Coloma Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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Just outside Grand Rapids, this campground provides the perfect low-stress getaway for families, with a wide variety of leisure activities: beautiful pool area, modern playground, bounce pillow, free crafts, volleyball, basketball, gaga ball, horseshoes, four square, a newly renovated camp store and even free rootbeer floats!

7501 Burlingame Ave SW, Byron Center, MI 49315

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Modern family campground located right off US 131-N. Features included a small lake with beach, fishing, boat rentals and grassy campsites.

13677 White Creek Ave, Cedar Springs, MI 49319

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The South Haven KOA is only 10-15 minutes away from six popular beaches in the area. Perfect for families, the campground features a trampoline basketball court, rock climbing wall, gem mining, fishing, craft time.
Want a quick meal or snack? Order pizza or snacks from the cafe and have it delivered directly to your campsite.

39397 M140 Highway, Covert, MI 49043

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Excellent family camping, close to Grand Rapids, and the kids LOVE it! With a mile-long list of things to do on-site, you don’t have to leave to find the fun.

A swimming pool, splash pad, three playgrounds, jumping pad, basketball courts, wagon rides, and tons of family activities make this campground a family favorite. 96 large sites are available on 90 acres.

2016 142nd Ave, Door, MI 49323

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With a heated swimming pool, a recreation room with a pool table and video games, a playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball and basketball courts, Salmon Run is sure to make your vacation a fun-filled time. It’s a great place for kids!

8845 Felch Ave, Grant, MI 49412

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A true haven for campers, boaters and nature lovers, this campground is located within Wabasis Lake Park, so there are plenty of trails between the campground and park. Don't forget about the large sand beach, boat ramp, and fully stocked campground store.

11220 Springhill Drive, Greenville, MI 48838

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One of the most popular campgrounds in Michigan. This scenic spot makes packing it in easy. Holland State Park has a family in mind with the new playground, views of the iconic lighthouse, two campgrounds, beautiful beaches, and paddle rentals. Consider the Holland Camper Cabins if you desire a bit more of the modern conveniences.

2215 Ottawa Beach Road, Holland, MI 49424

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With a rustic feel yet close proximity to Lake Michigan, Oak Grove Resort is a comfortable camping option. There are complete hookups for RV’s, a swimming pool, hot tub, laundry room, gift shop and cabins available for rent.

2011 Ottawa Beach Road, Holland, MI 49424

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With tons of activities and amenities, there’s something for the entire family. Make sure to check out the events calendar before you book, so you can plan your vacation. If you have little ones, you may want to rent a golf cart, the campground is one of the larger campgrounds in West Michigan. Clean, level sites all with water and electric make it easy to relax for 2 nights or up to 2 weeks per season. Sandy Pines also offers Rustic Cabin or Rental Trailer options. They have family activities galore – a splash pad, mini-golf, ropes course, four large heated pools, and plenty more.

2745 136th Ave, Hopkins, MI 49328

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Orchard Beach has an amazing bluff view of the sunset, in a small town, great biking on M22, and is wooded. While the beach is not really family-friendly, you can head south about five minutes to Fifth Street Beach. The beach house bathrooms were clean, and they had tables if you wanted to take a break from the sun.

2064 N. Lakeshore Road, Manistee, MI 49660

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Silver Lake Resort and Campground offers a resort-style stay and is conveniently located only one mile from the sand dunes. The campground has over 200 campsites and offers both RV sites and campsites for tent camping or cabins for rent. A playground, catch and release fishing pond, and heated swimming pool will keep the kids busy.

1786 N 34th Ave, Mears, MI 49436

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If you enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, and other water activities check out Yankee Springs. The main campground sits on Gun Lake, but there are a total of nine lakes in the park area.

2104 S. Briggs Road, Middleville, MI 49333

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Located on Lake Michigan, this 145 acre park has 2000 feet of beach frontage, with amenities including swimming, tennis, softball and basketball. Reservations are not required at this campground, so it is perfect for a last minute getaway.

1563 N. Scenic Drive, Muskegon, MI 49445

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You’ll get amazing panoramic views of Lake Michigan with a unique dune stairway climb at Hoffmaster State Park. The large, modern campground sits on three miles of Lake Michigan shoreline.

6585 Lake Harbor Road, Muskegon, MI 49441

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Located on 8 wooded acres only 2 miles from Lake Michigan, this campground offers an outdoor Christian environment for all ages. Fishing docks and onsite rentals make this a great family campground.

8079 W Stony Lake Road, New Era, MI 49446

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Muskegon State Park is right on Lake Michigan and it feels like you have the whole two miles of sandy beach to yourself! Choose from over 240 sites, and enjoy 12 miles of hiking trails, onsite tackle shop for fishing, and loads of nearby attractions, including Michigan's Adventure Amusement Park.

Home to a winter sports complex, the campground is also open during colder months.

3560 Memorial Drive, North Muskegon, MI 49445

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My family camps here every year. It’s got a cute downtown, great beach, and a small-town atmosphere. Hard to get into, though.

400 West Lowell Street, Pentwater, MI 49449

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Hill & Hollow Campground is nestled in the woods just two miles north of Pentwater. With two heated pools, basketball and volleyball courts, your kids will have a blast!

8915 N Business 31, Pentwater, MI 49449

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Situated between Bass Lake and sugar sand beaches of Lake Michigan, this shady, wooded park embraces old fashioned camping. Canoe and kayak rentals are available, along with mini-golf and a playground.
If you love going to Pentwater this smaller campground is only about eight miles away. Not so hard to get into, shady, and there’s access to both Lake Michigan and Bass Lake.

7070 S Lakeshore Drive, Pentwater, MI 49449

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Beautiful dunes rising 260ft above the lake, six miles of hiking trails and 3 miles of shoreline await at Warren Dunes. Kids will enjoy discovering the little river and dogs love that there’s a pet-friendly spot along the beach as well.

12032 Red Arrow Highway, Sawyer, MI 49125

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Located in Silver Lake, Michigan. Dunes Harbor Family Camp is a secluded woodland harbor minutes from Silver Lake and the Sand Dunes with 60 waterfront campsites, among others.

This campground is a ministry of Grace Adventures, is a Christian family campground. The ask all guests to adhere to certain rules and policies. Please familiarize yourself with them before booking.

2722 North Ridge Rd, Silver Lake, MI 49436

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The Jellystone campgrounds were designed with family in mind. Amenities include a large heated pool, kiddie pool with mushroom fountain, arcade, playground, fishing pond, basketball & shuffleboard courts, wagon rides, daily activities, and movies.

8239 West Hazel Road, Silver Lake, MI 49436

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Michigan’s Van Buren State Park sits on picturesque Lake Michigan in South Haven. The campground has 220 modern campsites. With one mile of sandy beach and high dune formations, kids will love to take a roll down the dunes. Local shops and restaurants are only minutes away.

23960 Ruggles Road, South Haven, MI 49090

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Yogi Bear’s Camp-Resort is all about family fun. The campground has campsites, cabin rentals and offers unique themed weekends. Family activities abound with arcade, laser tag, pedal carts, a large jumping pad and plenty more so boredom won’t be an option.

03403 64th Street, South Haven, MI 49090

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Diamond Lake campground has been a good stand-by when we want to be close to the North Country Trail.

It's located on Diamond Lake, next to the Manistee National Forest. Wooded.
60 campsites, (24 full hook-up, and 2 camping cabins).
Swimming beach, volleyball net, play areas, horseshoe pits, hiking trails, a picnic area, and a group camping area. An enclosed shelter is available for campers to use free of charge.

Diamond Lake County Park is ORV friendly. Motor Vehicle Permits are required for ORVs.

3351 N. Mundy Ave, White Cloud, MI 49337

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One of the best family campgrounds in Michigan! Located right on the Thunder Bay River, Campers Cove has an indoor pool for rainy days, a water trampoline on the river, mini-golf, tri-wheeled bike rentals, and paddleboats, pontoon, and fishing boats available to rent.
They also have activities for the kids on holiday weekends and “train rides” for the kiddos. They have cabins to rent or campers to rent as well.

5005 Long Rapids Road, Alpena, MI 49707

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Young State Park is located at the east end of beautiful Lake Charlevoix. The beach at Young State Park was voted the “best beach of the year” by the Petoskey News. There are several camping loops here and some sites are on the water.

2280 Boyne City Road, Boyne City, MI 49712

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Set on gorgeous Mullett Lake, Aloha State Park is a camper, boater and biker paradise! Paddle to and from your campsite located by the boat launch. This park is also close to Straits of Mackinaw. Be sure to get donuts (order the day before) at the camp store just outside the park in Aloha, MI.

4347 Third Street, Cheboygan, MI 49721

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Operated by the National Park Service, this campground is inside of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. A park permit is required for entrance. Super clean campgrounds, only minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes, and seconds from the Platte River. This park offers tubing, canoeing, and kayaking down the river, ending in Lake Michigan. Nearby biking and hiking trails, and short drives to Traverse City, and Glen Arbor.

9922 Front Street, Empire, MI 49630

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A slightly more rugged camping experience for those wishing to check out Sleeping Bear Dunes. Also close by this wooded campground are Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, museums and restaurants & shops in beautiful Glen Arbor.

8000 W Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI 49636

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Interlochen State Park is situated between Green Lake & Duck Lake, two areas well-known for fishing, paddling and swimming lakes. This park is also across the street from The Interlochen Center for the Arts, which has renowned musicians perform concerts year-round.

4167 M-137, Interlochen, MI 49643

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Despite the name it takes all types from tents to motor homes – the campground is on the Leelanau peninsula and sits right on Lake Leelanau. Kid-friendly activities abound at this beautiful campground. Families can enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, playground, and free pipe organ concerts on select days. This park also has an onsite lodge for special events.

3101 S Lake Shore Drive, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

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Located in the countryside between Ludington and Pentwater and a mile from Lake Michigan, this campground features a swimming pool, fishing ponds, playground, kids barrel train, mini-golf, and arcade. Don't skip the camp store featuring ice cream, candy, Slush Puppies, and more!

4900 W Deren Road, Ludington, MI 49431

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I could go on for days about why Ludington State Park is so great, it is a must for campers and is always in the top campgrounds in Michigan. Hiking, biking, fishing, tubing down the Sable River, and swimming in either Lake Michigan or Hamlin Lake. Yup, that’s right, two different beaches! Be ready with your camping plans in the winter though, because this campground is a favorite for most, spots do fill up quickly, so be ready to reserve six-months in advance. Big Sable Point Lighthouse sits on Ludington State Park and is a classic Michigan stop. You can climb to the top of the lighthouse (fee applies). The park features three campgrounds with 360 campsites. A one-mile stretch of the Big Sable River runs through the park and provides excellent opportunities for fishing and paddling.

8800 W M-116, Ludington, MI 49431

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Very family-friendly, including fishing, paddle boat rentals, video game room, basketball & volleyball courts, outdoor AND indoor pools for those rainy days.

5335 W Wallace Lane, Ludington, MI 49431

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We stayed at Mackinaw Mill Creek last summer, when we were on our way up to camp in the U.P. If you like camping with a view of the Mackinac Bridge, this is the perfect campground for you! We had the most amazing view, especially at sunset. If you are heading over to Mackinac Island, you can buy ferry tickets at their camp store, and they have a shuttle bus that will take you to and from the ferry dock. If you have older kids remember to bring your bikes, the shuttle bus has a trailer so you can bring them to the island (there is a small fee on the ferry for the bikes, but it’s still cheaper than renting on the island).

9730 US Hwy 23, Mackinaw City, MI 49701

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One of Michigan's oldest state parks! Try to get a spot on the water to make your experience will be that much greater. It’s great for rock collecting and hiking on trails. Onaway State Park is located on Black Lake in Presque Isle County. 158 acres of rugged, picturesque land, including sand cobblestone beaches, large unique rock out-croppings, and a diverse variety of trees. The campground, set among virgin white pines, offers solitude and serenity and plenty of family fun.

3622 N. M-211, Onaway, MI 49765

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Wooded campsites along a pristine section of Lake Michigan beach are one of the reasons families love to camp here. Petoskey is a fun family destination in the summer with loads of bike trails and walking paths, a historic downtown area, and great restaurants. The Bear River recreation area is nearby as well. Hunting for Petoskey Stones is a favorite pastime.

2475 M-119 Hwy, Petoskey, MI 49770

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Camping in the City? Yes, please! Traverse City State Park is an urban park that features a quarter-mile of beautiful beach on the Grand Traverse Bay. When surrounded by the woods you wouldn’t believe you are only two miles from downtown Traverse City. This state park is right on the TART Trail (Traverse City's bike path) so bring your bike and you can pedal your way all the way to downtown - or Sutton's Bay, for that matter.

Being another family favorite campground, make sure to reserve well in advance if you plan on camping during The National Cherry Festival or in the Fall when leaves start to change colors. Also, plan on bringing a wagon to carry all your beach supplies!

1132 US-131 N., Traverse City, MI 49686

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This gorgeous campground comes with a splash pad, large wooden play structure, and over 1000 feet of sandy beach. Home to Tobico Marsh, walk the paved trails through wetlands, woods and savannah prairies, all within the 2000 acre park.

3582 State Park Drive, Bay City, MI 48706

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Experience family-oriented camping in this North Port Huron Jellystone resort nestled next to Lake Huron. Some perks include a jumping pillow, kayaking, mini golf, water-slide and paddleboat rentals.

2353 North Lakeshore Road, Carsonville, MI 48419

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If you have a love of horses, make sure to visit Waterloo Recreation Area, the lower peninsula’s largest recreational park. In addition to the two general campgrounds (including cabin and yurt rentals!), nature trails, beaches, and boat launches, Waterloo hosts a unique equestrian campground.

16345 McClure Road, Chelsea, MI 48118

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It’s family-friendly, on the water and in the woods! Family activities include craft time, outdoor movies, and boat & kayak rentals. It’s a peaceful getaway where kids can ride bikes and play safely.

577 Everett Trail, Hale, MI 48739

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Rustic or mini-cabin camping right on the water, plus a quick drive into Port Huron and Lexington State Park. And if you forgot anything, they have a camp store with all sorts of tasty treats.

7605 Lakeshore Road, Lakeport, MI 48059

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Snag a beautiful site along the 3 miles sandy beach to catch the amazing sunset. While you're there, check out their dark sky preserve for some exceptional stargazing. Awesome place for kids and right down the road from Caseville.

1775 Port Austin Road, Port Austin, MI 48467

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Ideally located between Detroit and Ann Arbor, with quick access to the University of Michigan, the US/Canadian border, great lakes, as well as the metro areas of Toledo, Flint, and Grand Rapids, the Detroit / Ann Arbor KOA surrounds a private lake for the enjoyment of guests and provides endless opportunities for fishing, swimming, and non-motorized water activities. Onsite amenities include mini-golf, a playground, sand volleyball, horseshoes, a game room, watercraft rentals, numerous scheduled activities, and themed weekends. The campground provides guests access to full facilities including laundry, shower/restrooms, an outdoor dishwashing station, a propane refill station, a dump station, and a fully stocked store/gift shop for groceries, essential items, and souvenirs.

6680 Bunton Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

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Bring your tent, camper, RV or rent an RV directly from the Dumont Lake Family Campground. Enjoy 520 feet of private beachfront activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, a new fishing dock, corn hole, and disc golf.

3106 125th Ave, Allegan, MI 49010

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Fort Custer is a short distance from both Battle Creek and Kalamazoo. Near Eagle Lake, the campground offers 219 modern campsites. In addition to the campground, this State Park features three lakes and boat rentals, the Kalamazoo River, a swimming beach and more than 25 miles of multi-use trails.

5163 Fort Custer Drive, Augusta, MI 49012

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They have a pool and spa, it runs right along the Pine River so you can hear the water all night while you sleep. They also have a pond with a water trampoline, a jungle gym, and an aqua slide! It’s a great place for family activities.

1989 West Pine River Rd, Breckenridge, MI 48615

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Just outside of Michigan is Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Barton Lake. Lodging includes 540 campsites, as well as deluxe cottages and rustic cabins. The family-oriented amenities include an indoor pool, three outdoor pools, a water splash park, paddleboat, and rowboat rentals, five playgrounds, game room, mini-golf, pedal cart rental, kiddy train rides, wagon rides, horseshoes, sand volleyball cards and more.

140 Lane 201 Barton Lake, Fremont, MI 46737

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A general store, a beautiful waterfront, and family fun weekends are a sampling of some of the fun amenities at Camp Michiwana. There are 54 campsites, some with water and electric only and others are full hook-up sites. Rustic cabins are also available at this Christian campground located on Long Lake.

6475 Wilkins Road, Hastings, MI 49058

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Affordable family camping with seasonal, overnight, weekly, and monthly campsite rentals. Sandy beach with water toys. Onsite family fun includes kids' frog and turtle pond, basketball & volleyball courts, playground and mini-golf. They have a floating tiki bar that you can rent, as well as fun themed paddle boats.

6197 N. Burkhart Road, Howell, MI 48855

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The 38-site campground is located near downtown Kalamazoo, but you would never know it. The park has 160 acres of campsites, paved trails, beaches, tennis courts, two playgrounds, volleyball courts, and fishing. This campground is also right around the corner from the Kalamazoo Nature Center.

5300 North Westnedge, Kalamazoo, MI 49004

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Sleepy Hollow offers four different camping areas on Lake Ovid with a river running through the campground and along trails. Activities include disc golf, fishing, boat rentals and a beach.

7835 E. Price Road, Laingsburg, MI 48848