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!

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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