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Martiny Lakes Hide-Away
Mecosta, MI · 47.6 mi from Houghton Lake
- RV sites: 74
Top Campgrounds near Houghton Lake
121 campgrounds
668 available sites
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Traverse City KOA
Buckley, MI · 47.8 mi from Houghton Lake
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Pet Area
- Cable TV
Soaring Eagle Hideaway RV Park
Mount Pleasant, MI · 48.2 mi from Houghton Lake
4.4 (5 reviews)
4.4
- Wi Fi
- Beach Access
- Restrooms
- Restaurant
Bluegill Lake Family Camping Resort
Mecosta, MI · 48.6 mi from Houghton Lake
4.0 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Pet friendly
- Propane
Saginaw Bay Resort
Standish, MI · 48.6 mi from Houghton Lake
3.8 (5 reviews)
Saginaw Bay Resort, established in 1995, is a popular woodsy camping destination in northern Michigan, featuring spacious campsites, cabins, and nature trails ideal for fishing and hunting. Guests can enjoy amenities like a heated pool, game room,...
- Power Service
- Picnic Table
- Pet friendly
- Water Hookup
Season starts on May 15, 2027
Closed for Season
South Branch Trail Camp Group Site
Oscoda, MI · 49.3 mi from Houghton Lake
5.0 (2 reviews)
The South Branch Trail Campground Group Site is perfect for equestrian camping, offering stunning scenery and easy access to the 240-mile Michigan Shore-to-Shore Horseback Riding and Hiking Trail. While priority is given to campers with horses, it...
- Picnic Table
- Parking
- Equestrian-Friendly
- Fire Pit
Alpen Bluffs Outdoor Resort
Gaylord, MI · 49.3 mi from Houghton Lake
4.2 (5 reviews)
Timberglow Getaway
Twining, MI · 49.4 mi from Houghton Lake
Pat’s RV Park
Mesick, MI · 49.6 mi from Houghton Lake
4.8 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Pet friendly
- Laundry
Season starts on May 15, 2027
Closed for Season
Rollways Campground
Hale, MI · 49.9 mi from Houghton Lake
4.3 (85 reviews)
Rollways Campground, established in 1909, is a small and secluded site near Hale, Michigan, along the AuSable River. It features an observation area, picnic grounds, and a log shelter. The campground is situated near the River Road National Scenic...
- RV sites: 9
- Tent sites: 9
- Picnic Table
- Pull Through Site
- River Access
- Fire Pit
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Gabions Campground
Mio, MI · 49.9 mi from Houghton Lake
3.9 (12 reviews)
Gabions Campground provides camping along the scenic Au Sable River, featuring natural springs and rock-filled gabions to prevent erosion. The Shore-to-Shore Trail is nearby, but horse camping is not allowed. Visitors can enjoy wildlife and waterf...
- RV sites: 4
- Tent sites: 6
- River Access
The Hill at Soaring Eagle
Mt Pleasant, MI · 50.2 mi from Houghton Lake
Northern Exposure Campground
Mesick, MI · 50.4 mi from Houghton Lake
3.0 (5 reviews)
- General Store
- Beach Access
- Restrooms
- Restaurant
Coolwater Campground
Wellston, MI · 50.5 mi from Houghton Lake
5.0 (5 reviews)
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Waterfront
- Showers
CranHill Family Campground
Rodney, MI · 51.2 mi from Houghton Lake
5.0 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Pet friendly
- Laundry
Cedar Valley RV Park, Inc.
Comins, MI · 51.2 mi from Houghton Lake
- Wi Fi
Holiday Park Campground
Traverse City, MI · 51.4 mi from Houghton Lake
3.6 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Pet friendly
- Laundry
Season starts on April 25, 2027
Closed for Season
Peterson Bridge
Wellston, MI · 51.6 mi from Houghton Lake
4.6 (37 reviews)
Peterson Bridge Campground is situated on the Pine River within Michigan's Manistee National Forest. Its riverside location is perfect for canoeists and adventurers seeking to explore the swift currents. The campground offers a unique outdoor expe...
- RV sites: 8
- Tent sites: 10
- Potable Water
- Pet friendly
- River Access
Northern Bear Paw RV Park LLC
Tawas City, MI · 51.7 mi from Houghton Lake
5.0 (5 reviews)
Season starts on April 25, 2027
Closed for Season
Seaton Creek Campground
Manistee, MI · 51.7 mi from Houghton Lake
4.8 (9 reviews)
Seaton Creek Campground is located near Seaton Creek and the backwater of Hodenpyl Dam Pond on the Big Manistee River, surrounded by a mostly pine forest. The campground features rustic sites. The nearest town is Mesick.
- Tent sites: 2
- Potable Water
- Pet friendly
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Houghton Lake has 121 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Coolwater Campground is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
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Many campgrounds near Houghton Lake welcome pets. Seaton Creek Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
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