
Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness in Ludington & Manistee
Along the Lake Michigan shoreline between Ludington and Manistee, you’ll find natural splendor- the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness area.
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There’s no better experience for campers than camping in West Michigan! Camping is a relaxing and affordable vacation, and the scenic natural resources of West Michigan will provide the perfect backdrop for your outdoor fun.
Clean campgrounds, forests, and state parks can be found throughout West Michigan, with many camping destinations along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Whether you pitch a tent, or “rough it” in your big rig RV, you’ll find swimming pools, convenience stores, playgrounds, fish freezers, laundry rooms, and games at most campgrounds. There are also plenty of quieter, rustic choices, in more remote locations. Whatever type of camping you want, you’ll find it in West Michigan!
Recently expanded! 60 new big rig sites with 22x70 concrete pads. Pull-thru. 216 full hook-ups with all utilities including cable TV, Wi-Fi, 50 amp service. Heated pool, spa, laundry, store, propane, clubhouse, game room, fishing pond. Clean restrooms. Cabins, cottages for rent. Playground, pet run, bicycle rentals, new outdoor game park!
Our family invites you to camp in the beautiful countryside between Ludington and Pentwater and enjoy all the shoreline has to offer! “The Barn” features pizza and ice cream with a general store boasting camp supplies, groceries, gifts, local goods, and penny candy. Swimming, fishing, gaga ball, basketball, and more!
On beautiful Upper Hamlin Lake ten miles north of Ludington. 110 large sites with tables, firepits, bathhouses, electric and water hook-ups, dump station, swimming pool, convenience store, group camping area, walking paths, three playgrounds, rowboat, canoe, and kayak rental plus boat docking, excellent fishing and plenty of wildlife. April 15-October 15.
April 1-October 31. 277 sites (50x70), full hook-ups. Rental cabins (sleep 6-8), three heated swimming pools (one indoor), two spas. Showers and restrooms, laundry, free Wi-Fi, recreation hall, playground, paved roads, golf cart rentals, shuffleboard, fishing for children. LP gas. Planned activities. On Pere Marquette Highway one block south of US-10.
Ivan’s Campground has 60 campsites and 8 cabins, including rustic/tent and large, group campsites. Cabins include bathroom, showers, refrigerator, microwave, and heat/AC. Other amenities include convenience store, wi-fi, shower/bathhouse, horseshoe pits, playground, volleyball court, propane station, basketball court, petting zoo, and more. ORV Trail access and transportation to the Pere Marquette River is included.
Camp amongst tall trees at this secluded, wooded campground. Minutes to Lake Michigan. 60 sites: full-hookup, tent sites, and four cabins. Dump-station, fire-pits, grills, and free Wi-Fi. Centrally located bathhouse with showers. A path connects campground to Mason County Park which includes a rental pavilion and a nationally known three-course disc golf park.
Camp amongst tall trees at this secluded, wooded campground. Minutes to Lake Michigan. 60 sites: full-hookup, tent sites, and four cabins. Dump-station, fire-pits, grills, and free Wi-Fi. Centrally located bathhouse with showers. A path connects campground to Mason County Park which includes a rental pavilion and a nationally known three-course disc golf park.
Pine River Paddlesports Center & Campground, 9590 M-37, Wellston, MI, 49689, (231) 862-3471
Scottville Riverside Park, 700 S. Scottville Rd., Scottville, MI, 49454, (231) 757-2429
Stony Haven Campground & Cabins, 8079 W. Stony Lake Rd., New Era, MI, 49446, (231) 861-5201.
Central West Michigan
Along the Lake Michigan shoreline between Ludington and Manistee, you’ll find natural splendor- the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness area.
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