Camping West Michigan
Perhaps one of the best ways to get out and explore all the beauty that Michigan offers is to get right out into it and sleep under the stars! There is an abundance of Michigan campgrounds to explore and those in West Michigan are no exception. Whether you prefer to stay along the shoreline, or in a more remote area, there is a Michigan campground for you! Keep reading to learn all about the great campground options in West Michigan.
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Lakeshore
Grand Haven State Park
Enjoy the views of Lake Michigan as you camp steps away from the sugar sand beaches in Grand Haven – a highly sought-after spot for camping in West Michigan!
| Accommodations Paved Campsites All sites have 30 or 50-amp hookup Bring your own firepit Picnic Tables | Amenities Camping steps away from the beach Designated swimming area Playground Modern restrooms and showers Within walking distance of downtown Grand Haven |
Highway to Haven
Highway to Haven is located less than two miles from Lake Michigan and downtown Grand Haven. A perfect Lakeshore camping retreat just outside of the hustle and bustle of the city.
| Accommodations 100 large, shaded campsites all with water and electric hookups Picnic tables and fire pits provided | Amenities Badminton, basketball, volleyball, gaga ball, pickleball, cornhole Playground and arcade Free Wi-Fi Modern restrooms and showers |
Eastpointe RV Resort
Grab your RV and head to Eastpointe RV Resort in Grand Haven along the Grand River in Grand Haven. Eastpoint RV resort is recently new to West Michigan. Visitors will find many different amenities in this luxury riverside campground.
| Accommodations RV parking only All sites have full hookup including cable and Wi-Fi Picnic table and fire ring provided | Amenities Heated pool and hot tub Fitness center and showers Playground and pickleball |
Muskegon State Park
Home to two different campgrounds, the Muskegon Channel Campground and the Muskegon Lake Michigan Campground – both of which offer a different experience! There are also many trails to hike, Muskegon Luge Adventure Park on-site, and of course Lake Michigan access. Bring your boat along to use the public boat launch at Muskegon Lake. You will be sure to get some R&R when you camp at Muskegon State Park.
Muskegon Channel Campground
| Accommodations Sites on the first loop are adjacent to the navigation channel Sites on the second loop are near a large dune and Muskegon Lake All have 20 amp and either 30 or 50-amp service | Amenities Ice and firewood available for purchase Playground Water views Modern restrooms with showers |
Muskegon Lake Michigan Campground
| Accommodations Almost all sites are wooded Fire ring and picnic table provided All have 20 amp and either 30 or 50-amp service Mini cabin and yurt available for rent | Amenities Ice and firewood available for purchase Staircase over dune for Lake Michigan access Playground Modern restrooms with showers |
PJ Hoffmaster State Park
Located in Norton Shores, PJ Hoffmaster State Park offers access to Lake Michigan, dune climbing, and miles of scenic trails.
| Accommodations Generous-sized campsites with fire pits and picnic tables provided The majority of sites are shaded20/30-amp service at each site with some offering 50 amp service 4 semi-modern sites with no electrical service 2 ADA-accessible sites | Amenities Short 5-minute walk to designated swimming beach on Lake Michigan Next to trails, dune access, and Little Black Creek Centrally located playground |
Holland State Park
One of the most visited parks in Michigan, Holland State Park offers two different campgrounds – one along Lake Macatawa, and the other along Lake Michigan. Take a hike and climb Mt Pisgah during your stay for some breathtaking views!
Lake Macatawa Campground
| Accommodations Campsites are either wooded or sunny on grass or gravel Campsites have either 30- or 50-amp service Picnic tables and firepits provided | Amenities Firewood and ice available for purchase Volleyball court, Horseshoes, 2 playgrounds Modern restrooms with showers Designated swim area across the road on Lake Macatawa Paddleboards, kayaks, and canoes for rent here |
Modern Beach Campground
| Accommodations 30 sites with 30 amp 31 sites with full hook-up Sites are paved and have picnic tables Bring your own firepit | Amenities Firewood and Ice available for purchase Just over the dune from the designated swim area on Lake Michigan Playground, Volleyball court, Horseshoes |
Oak Grove Resort Campground
A campground so nice you will forget you are camping! Oak Grove Resort Campground offers RV sites as well as cabin rentals. Enjoy being within walking distance to Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa in Holland!
| Accommodations Full hook-up sites for RVs RV sites do not have a firepit 2 community firepits are located on the property 2 modern cabins available for rent 1 and 2 room rustic cabins for rent | Amenities Community firepits Heated pool and hot tub Modern restrooms and showers Bike rentals Full camp store Goats and chickens |
Greater Grand Rapids
Steamboat Park Campground
Grab your RV and head to Steamboat Park Campground along the Grand River in Jenison.
| Accommodations Full hook-up sites for RVs only Back-in and pull-through sites are available Some sites directly on the river | Amenities Heated salt/chlorine pool with river views WiFi near pool Firewood available for purchase Bathhouse with showers, restrooms, and laundry Boats welcome to anchor near the shore |
Allendale/ West Grand Rapids KOA Holiday
The KOA in Allendale offers both tent sites as well as full hook-up sites for even the biggest of RVs. There are also cabins to rent. The KOA locations are known for their great amenities; this one in Allendale is no exception. Book your spot now to see what all the talk is about!
| Accommodations Sites available from with basic water and electric up to full hook-up 4 cabins are available for rent Firepit and picnic tables provided | Amenities Wood and propane for purchase Three fishing ponds Modern restrooms and showers Heated pool Zipline, bounce pillow, basketball, tetherball, horseshoes, water wars, paintball area Dog Park Petting zoo (coming soon) |
Bazan Baldwin Oaks Family Campground
Bazan Baldwin Oaks Family Campground is a campground in Hudsonville that welcomes families and offers many different amenities.
| Accommodations Motorhomes, trailers, pop-ups, and tents welcomed 30 & 50-amp hookups Water hookup Grassy sites each with a picnic table and fire ring | Amenities Heated pool Game room Free Wi-Fi On-site laundromat Playgrounds Many activities such as basketball, volleyball, tetherball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, and more |
Conestoga Grand River Campground
Conestoga Campground in Coopersville offers campsites along the Grand River with deep water access to Lake Michigan, Spring Lake, and Grand Haven.
| Accommodations 100 grassy sites available of all sizes to fit guest’s needs Picnic tables and fire pits provided Primitive to full hook-up sites are available | Amenities Basketball and horseshoe pit Heated pool, game room, playground Kayak and canoe rentals Modern restrooms and showers |
Woodchip Campground
Woodchip Campground in Byron Center offers something for the whole family. All summer long, Woodchip puts on different events for you to fully enjoy your camping experience in West Michigan.
| Accommodations 103 grassy and shaded sites Sites range from standard 30-amp sites up to full hook-up sites Fire rings and picnic tables provided | Amenities Pool Bouncing pillow Basketball Modern restrooms and laundry Dog Park |
Detach Primitive
Unplug the screens and get lost in nature at Detach Primitive in Rockford! Detach offers a unique camping experience with five different options to choose from!
| Accommodations Tipis A-Frame Yurt Hobbit Home (coming soon) Primitive Camp Sites | Amenities Zero Gravity Camp Chairs Outdoor Fire Ring and Grill Cut and split wood from the forest Hammocks Picnic Table Fresh drinking water from two hand pump wells |
Wabasis Campground
Camp alongside the biggest lake in Kent County when you stay at Wabasis Campground in Greenville! The lake is known for its fishing of many different species, so bring the boat and get ready for some fishing!
| Accommodations Park offers Primitive to full hook-up sites Fire ring and picnic table at each site 6 cabins for rent with electric and no water 1 luxury cottage for rent with a private dock and full electric/water | Amenities Sandy beach with a designated swimming area Firewood for sale Fully stocked camping store Access to the boat docking area |
Ionia State Recreation Area
There is so much to explore when you camp at the Ionia State Recreation Area in Ionia! Choose from four different camping experiences to find it all, a lake in the hills, a river that runs through the woods and fields, and everything in between! The area is primarily known for its great birding with over 199 identified species!
Reimagined Mini Cabins
2 sites with four-person occupancy – Kitchenette – Full Electric – Bunkbeds – full on bottom, twin on top – Close to water and vault toilet – Picnic table, fire pit, and grill – Access to canoe
2 cabins for rent – Own deck and private beach on Sessions Lake – 2 bedrooms sleeping a total of six people – Kitchenette – Bathroom with shower – Grill and firepit – Access to canoe
¼ mile hike from the parking lot – 10 sites in the woods – 5 sites along Sessions Lake – 1 site that backs up to a creek – All include a firepit, picnic table, and shared vault toilet
46 spacious, shaded, and grassy sites – 8 sites with two 12×12 corals – 2 sites with two picket posts – 37 sites with one picket post – 2 freshwater hydrants – 2 manure pits – Firepit and picnic table at each site
Semi–secluded sites shaded by trees – 30-amp service available – Potable water available – Close to swimming – Firepit and picnic table at each site
Duke Creek Campgrounds
Choose to camp the old-fashioned way, bring along your RV for a full hook-up site, or rent one of six cabins with all the luxuries including air conditioning when you stay at Duke Creek Campgrounds in Cedar Springs. Duke Creek also offers horseback riding for a small fee!
| Accommodations Sites available from with basic water and electric up to full hook-up 6 cabins with all luxuries including air 1 rustic cabin is available | Amenities Horseback riding Free Wi-Fi Heated swimming pool Playground and indoor game room Basketball, Tetherball, Horseshoes, Volleyball |
Newaygo State Park
Head north to Newaygo State Park for a more rustic camping adventure! The park sits atop a 20-foot embankment overlooking the Hardy Dam Pond and borders the Manistee National Forest which offers many opportunities for hiking, hunting, and other activities. Campsites are located across two campgrounds – The Poplar and Oak Rustic Campgrounds.
| Accommodations Large private sites 20 – 30-foot wooded buffers between sites All rustic sites | Amenities Drinking water and potable water available at the sanitation station Vault toilets Playground – Oak Campground Cornhole, horseshoes, ladder ball, and volleyball – Poplar Campground |
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Corissa Moore
Corissa is a wife and mother of two cute kiddos, Ari and Lola. She is currently a stay-at-home mama with a background in hospitality. Corissa loves spending time with her family and exploring the West Michigan area!
