num_pages: 319
description: What is the most popular season in Michigan? The camping season! From May through October, millions of people from throughout the Midwest head north with a tent in the pickup or a trailer in tow to spend a weekend (or even the entire summer) camping in Michigan. Michigan has more public campsites than any other state in the United States. Within the Michigan State Park system there are more than 14,000 campsites to choose from. Veteran camper and award-winning outdoor writer Jim DuFresne has viewed almost all of them and guides you to campsites along the beach, next to waterfalls, or on lakes where you can catch trophy bluegill or bass. This comprehensive guidebook is for campers, RVers, and anybody who enjoys the outdoors - from anglers and hikers to morel mushroom hunters and families. It's a must-have resource for anyone who wants to escape the crowds and enjoy the best public campgrounds Michigan has to offer. There are nearly 1300 campgrounds in Michigan. Here are descriptions of the best 150 county, state, and national park and forest campgrounds. This book A complete description of the campground facilities, including type of hookups, number of waterfront sites, beaches, restrooms, and rental cabins. Fishing opportunities available at the campground and in the surrounding area, including boat launch facilities. Hiking trails in the parks, along with other recreational activities from canoeing and backpacking to beachcombing and biking. Maximum campground capacities and how to reserve sites in advance.
language: English
title: Michigan's Best Campgrounds: A Guide to the Best 150 Public Campgrounds in the Great Lakes State
titlecomplete: Michigan's Best Campgrounds: A Guide to the Best 150 Public Campgrounds in the Great Lakes State
genres: Travel, Outdoors
ratings_count: 22
publisher: Thunder Bay Press