Camping in Mid Michigan

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With the launch of our Mid Michigan location last month, we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to highlight some of the fantastic camping spots you can find up in that area! And with the end of summer and fall approaching, having a camping weekend where you’re cozy around a fire at night and hiking trails during the day sounds absolutely amazing to us and hopefully does to you too!

So without further or do, keep scrolling for a list of campgrounds in Mid Michigan! 

(And learn more about living up in the beautiful towns of Mid Michigan by visiting our Mid Michigan page and our Buying page!)

#1 Chinook Campground

Chinook Campground is such a fun spot to camp with your friends and family in Grant Michigan. Not only do they have full hookup campsites, but they also have some super fun activities to enjoy! Some of the activities you can engage in at Chinook include: 

-Swimming in the pool

-Disc golfing 

-Sand volleyball

-Rent kayaks, paddle boards, or tubes 

-Salmon and steelhead fishing

-Enjoy an outdoor movie night

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Click here to learn more about camping at Chinook Campground

Rentals for riding down the river at Chinook

#2  Hillside Campground

Hillside Campground is located in Evart, Michigan and is more of a secluded and peaceful camping option. The campground is located on a spacious grassy area with a 2 acre pond. They offer both campsites and cabins for rental and a weekend, week, or longer stay at Hillside is sure to be relaxing!

There is also a trailhead where you can enjoy the seemingly endless trails on bike, ORV’s, or snomobiles. 

Learn more about staying at Hillside Campground by clicking HERE

#3 Mecosta Pines Campground

Looking for a family friendly campground where there are plenty of things to do? Mecosta Pines is the perfect place. They hold so many fun events including dance parties, karaoke nights, themed weekends, kids crafts, and so much more! 

And not only do they hold fun events like the ones listed above, but they also have a ton of fun amenities to use such as a jump pad, mini golf, covered picnic area, swimming pool, and more. Not to mention, it sits on the Little Muskegon River which makes for absolutely beautiful scenery. 

Click here to learn more about staying at Mecosta Pines

#4 River Ridge RV Resort and Marina

Let’s talk about a campground that is sure to wow you! River Ridge RV Resort and Marina is full of fun. Here are some of the things you’ll get to enjoy at River Ridge: 

-Full hookup RV sites

-A marina and boat launch along with pontoon and kayak rentals

-Resort-style attractions such as a giant water slide, big bouncer, volleyball courts, shuffleboard, heated pool, game room, and more.

-Nearby golf courses

Learn more about staying at River Ridge RV Resort and Marina by clicking HERE

#5 Cran Hill Ranch Campground

Cran Hill Ranch is a fan favorite in the West Michigan community, and if you haven’t heard of it then let us introduce you to this campground full of fun! Cran Hill is a summer camp but also offers a family campground! At Cran Hill you’ll enjoy a variety of different campsites to choose from, programming geared towards families during the week, and access to the waterfront. They have a full list of activities to partake in and the ranch is nothing short of fun!

Book your stay at the family campground at Cran Hill Ranch by clicking HERE

Cran Hill Ranch

Mid Michigan is full of scenic beauty and one way you can enjoy the scenery is by spending a weekend at one of the many campgrounds in the area! If you are interested in buying or selling in Mid Michigan, visit our Mid Michigan page or connect with Sally Daling, one of our realtors and local experts!

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