I kind of randomly picked this campsite, I was headed somewhere else when I saw the sign and…read moredecided to take a chance. It really paid off. The campground was clean, the spaces are not cramped together and more than a few have lake views. There is running water, pit toilets, and steps down to the lake, and each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, and parking spot. A few are against the forest, some are in the middle of the site, and the others kind of by the lake (these were my favorite, nothing like waking up in the morning and looking out on a clear blue body of water). Overall I was very happy with this campground, it seemed underused, which was kind of surprising given the beauty and quietude of the area. My only complain was that it had a lot of yellow jackets that wanted to eat my lunch more than I did. Bring spray or something, you're probably going to want it. Or maybe it was just my site, who knows. You can fish in the lake, it's stocked with trout. The water also seemed very clean, I almost went for a swim (it wasn't that cold either). There is also a day-use area, so you can just picnic or fish if you feel like it. To get here you have to drive down S Stephan Bridge Rd and will then take a left - keep your eyes peeled for the sign. There is also a sign on MI-72 which will point you in the right direction.

As long as you know how to swim, it's a great lake.not much shallow. Long set of steps.read more

Very helpful and super friendly.Answered all my questions with very reliable information and plan…read moreon being a seasonal camper for years to come

Best campground ever! Very clean, laid back. Off the beaten path, quite no lakes or rivers but they…read moreare right down the road. Only cell service is Verizon so if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city this place is it!

New owners as of 2016. Great place to Camp right on beautiful Big Bradford Lake. A all sports lake…read morewith a great swimming beach. 74 sites all have electric and water plus 25 with sewer hook up, also has 5 cabins that sleep 4 and a 2 bedroom log cabin overlooking the lake. private boat launch with pontoon, kayak and paddle board rentals on site.

From the owner: Headwaters Camping & Cabins is A clean comfortable resort in beautiful Northern Michigan. Whether…read morerenting a cabin or bringing your own camper, you'll find a little piece of heaven at Headwaters! On the south end of Big Bradford Lake, Just a short drive off of I-75, just south of Gaylord and north of Grayling. A private white sand beach, boat launch, playground, shuffle board courts, horse shoe pits and pavilions await your arrival! We are gated for privacy, so reservations are a must. See you soon!

We stopped here to break up our trip on the way home from up north. I'd love to go back! The Old…read moreGrowth Trail was lovely to walk through in the fall. There's a cute little logging museum along the way. I loved the beautiful juxtaposition of the fall leaves with the pines and hemlocks. The path is fully paved, and a nice walk for a quick stop along I75 between Ann Arbor and up north. I'd love to go back there.

Our stay was very nice and somewhat quiet. It is summer so kids are out until after 11 apparently…read morebut... we still enjoyed our stay. It was pretty hot and we assume all were using their air conditioning units which kept causing the power to go out. But, the campground was on top of it and got it back up quickly. So, a huge kudos to the campground and its staff for taking such great care of this park. As newbies here we'd go back. We liked it.

Our favorite campground! It holds many memories as we have camped here for over 20 years. It's…read morequiet and off the beaten path. We love walking the campground and enjoy the river when the weather is hot enough for us to brave the icy water.

Set in a red pine plantation, this isn't the most picturesque location, but it's convenient to some…read morevery good fishing and canoeing waters on the upper Manistee. Draws lots of fishermen for the big mayfly hatches in June, and there is some good fishing in and just outside the campground, with moderately easy wading (just watch out for those deep bends and sunken logs!). Many sites aren't entirely level, but they're not full of potholes or raised tree roots either. It is a very quiet campground, not near major roads, and so far I've never had noisy neighbors. There is a host on site through the summer season, a guy who's been doing it for twenty-some years, and he's always a pleasure to talk to, especially about fishing and other recreation in the area. A fine place to unwind from a work week, or recover after a long day (or night) on the river.

My children and grandchildren have all enjoyed their remarkable time at Camp AuSable. My daughter…read morefinished camp and became an instructor at the horse barn her first two years of college.

Nature is a great restorer and draws us close to God. Thank you for all the various camps you…read moreoffer through the year. We walk the boardwalk around the lake every time we come.

Located on Grand Traverse Bay just north of Torch Lake. Barnes Park is open year-round offering an…read moreextensive Lake Michigan beach, playground, and trails, with additional seasonal camping and pavilion rentals (Memorial Day through October.) Various outdoor recreational activities including Lake Michigan beach access, trails, and playground. Electric and rustic campsites. Dump station & water fill station. They have a well stocked camp Store offering ice, firewood, beverages, candy, etc .. Each campsite is outfitted with a fire ring and picnic table. There were two bathhouses with shower facilities that were clean and ADA accessible. Showers are coin operated ($0.50 for 5 minutes of hot water, quarters only). Also two spacious pavilions with electrical outlets. Each pavilion has 10 picnic tables and 4 BBQ grills (You can reserve a pavilion for the day by using our online reservation.

All ways a great place for camping Nice beach and showers…read moreto clean up after. Staff is way better cleaning then they have been in the past they make hourly rotation cleaning 2 things they need to fix one make it Easter to schedule other than some day in March at midnight absolutely stupid 2nd the fire wood has roaches and they get in your camper and vehicle then you bring them home they should spray and bug bomb that and the camp ground mosquitoes and roaches were thick I understand it's camping but man just hire a spray serves to spray the area once's a week

If your ever near the area and need a break from everyday hustle and bustle This place is it! NEW…read moreowners are fabulous at making your stay enjoyable friendly staff and very accommodating as well Highly recommended!

Love this campground! It's our home away from home! We have some many memories and fun. The owners…read moreare absolutely the best they treat you as if you were part of the family. We will continue to do our seasonal here.

We RV camped here during the week, Monday thru Thursday. Check in time is 3:00 pm and check out…read moretime is 3:00 pm. Courteous staff and a small selection of T-shirts or sweatshirts at the camp office. The campground was very well taken care of. It was quiet and peaceful. Easy drive from campground to put in and take out sites for kayaking the AuSable River. Glennie is less than 5 miles for groceries gas and a couple of cafes/restaurants.

Absolutely amazing campground. We make the trip up from Florida each year. Definitely the nicest…read morecampground I've been to.