Category: Campgrounds

  • Camping in the Porkies: Union Bay Campground

    Camping in the Porkies: Union Bay Campground

    Union Bay Campground is a modern campground located in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Without a doubt, this campground has some of the finest sunset and sunrise spots in the area. Even in a modern campground, camping on the shores of Lake Superior in July can be risky. It’s prime…

  • A Weekend at Town Corners Lake State Forest Campground

    A Weekend at Town Corners Lake State Forest Campground

    It is well known by now that Steve and I love staying in Pigeon River State Forest (Pigeon River: There’s No Place Like Home). The wildlife is abundant and unique, and the scenic views are beautiful.

  • Round Lake Campground – Serenity in Michigan’s L.P.

    Round Lake Campground – Serenity in Michigan’s L.P.

    Pigeon River State Forest is without a doubt, our favorite place to camp and hike in Michigan’s lower peninsula. Time and time again, we have shared its beauty with people who love being in the outdoors. One of five campgrounds in Pigeon River State Forest, Round Lake Campground is by…

  • Mead Creek State Forest Campground

    Mead Creek State Forest Campground

    Finding a decent campground can be a difficult task. Because so many options are out there, small campgrounds like Mead Creek can be overlooked. We encountered Mead Creek in 2011 as an unplanned stop on our travels across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It is located on the outskirts of the Seney…

  • A Winter Stay at Teddy Lake Yurt

    A Winter Stay at Teddy Lake Yurt

    There’s something special about staying in a Yurt. It’s a unique experience that most Michiganders have yet to discover. Our first experience with one was at Teddy Lake in Michigan’s Craig Lake State Park. The Teddy Lake Yurt is available year-round, making it a perfect winter get-away. Because it is…

  • Camping at Cheboygan State Park

    Camping at Cheboygan State Park

    If you’re looking for a place to stay that’s out of the tourist area but within driving distance to Mackinaw City, Cheboygan State Park is a great option. Located 20 minutes south of Mackinaw on historic US-23, this small but busy campground offers a variety of camping experiences for everyone.…

  • A Perfect Campground: 12 Mile Beach

    A Perfect Campground: 12 Mile Beach

    What does it take to make a perfect campground? Amazing views? Great Hikes? To us, 12 Mile Beach Campground in the Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore has it all. Located right on a sandy bluff above Lake Superior. And I mean right above. You could spend all day with your…

  • A Remote Destination: King Lake Campground

    A Remote Destination: King Lake Campground

    What’s better than a remote campground? How about one with a lake view and islands? King Lake State Forest campground is a remote and beautiful place, located near Covington, Michigan. With only 6 sites, designed for tents and small trailers, this is a perfect place to visit if you’re looking…

  • A Tennessee Gem: Fall Creek Falls State Park

    A Tennessee Gem: Fall Creek Falls State Park

    Fall Creek Falls State Park is a wonderland. It contains Fall Creek Falls, a massive 256 foot tall waterfall, five other waterfalls, 34 miles of hiking trails, a golf course, a campground, and a zip line. Not bad for a state park.

  • Why We Love These Campgrounds

    Why We Love These Campgrounds

    A campground can make or break a trip. Dispersed camping is our preferred method of camping but we also have a few rustic campground favorites. Rustic campgrounds have no electricity, no showers, vault toilets, and sometimes water pumps. These are great opportunities if you want to enjoy nature without the…

  • Camping in the Keweenaw: McLain State Park

    Located outside of Hancock on Lake Superior, McLain State Park provides a beautiful, scenic campground. Activities at the park include fishing, hunting, cross-country skiing, and hiking. We spent the first part of our stay here checking out the beach and lighthouse. Options available for camping include a Rustic Cabin for…

  • Kingston Lake State Forest Campground

    Kingston Lake State Forest Campground is one of the many campgrounds in the area of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The area offers a lot of beauty and many things to do.