This was our first and last stay at Trailside Campground…read more We rented Cabin #3, which is only about 25 yards from the pavilion. It was Friday, July 24, and there were no scheduled concerts or events. Around 5 or 6 people, including the owner, were partying in the pavilion with extremely loud music, strobe lights, and a disco ball until the early morning hours. The cheap curtains in the cabin did nothing to block the flashing lights. At about 1:40 a.m., I politely walked over and asked if they could just turn the music down a little. I never asked them to shut it off--I simply wanted it lowered enough that we could get some sleep. The owner's response was unbelievable. He appeared to be intoxicated and immediately came storming toward me yelling, "Hey! Hey! Hey!" He then told me, "This isn't a KOA or a family campground. This is going to go on until 3 or 4 in the morning," and said he'd give me a refund. He wasn't calm or respectful--he was aggressive and confrontational over a simple, reasonable request. The next morning, another camper stopped me in the bathroom and said she felt bad for how the owner spoke to me. She told me another camper was so upset after witnessing it that he left the pavilion. She also mentioned the owner had been drinking all day because they were celebrating the one-year anniversary of buying the campground. We weren't the only people bothered by the noise. Campers across from us were complaining too. If your campground isn't family-friendly and you plan on having loud parties until 3 or 4 in the morning, that's your choice. But be upfront about it so guests know what they're paying for. More importantly, don't treat paying customers with disrespect when they make a polite request. Customer service starts at the top, and unfortunately our experience with the owner ensured we'll never be back.

We had a great time! Hot showers,electricity, water hook up, wood for campfires available…read more Everyone was very nice and accommodating. We will be back. It rained a bit but we didn't care and explored the area.

What an awesome campground!! We rented one of the cabins and had a great time. The heated pool was…read moreperfect for my daughter who was able to spend her free time there. The dogs enjoyed the leash free dog runs that are available. It was a vacation for them. The restroom building was clean and well maintained and just a short walk from the cabin. The playground for the kiddies was very cool and the looked like they were having a blast I ventured off and discovered their walking trail in the woods that was refreshing. Sure beats walking state park campground.

Beautiful campground! I had some difficulty booking online through their website so I called the…read moreoffice and the issue was quickly resolved. The sites are spacious and shaded. Our favorite part was the dog park! My fur babies were very happy campers. Will absolutely camp here in the future. All the staff was friendly and roaming the grounds frequently, available to help or answer questions if needed.

This avid Michigan State Park fan is now hooked on Elkwood. Clean, safe, large sites with water and…read moreelectricity made our grownup kids' group fun even more fun. Large beautiful swimming pool, pavilion for gatherings while COVID distancing with electrical outlets and lights. Location made kayaking the northern lower peninsula rivers a breeze. Family friendly. Hosts Kelley and Tom went out of their way to make our stay comfortable and welcoming. Will definitely return.

From the owner: Located in beautiful Northern Michigan, we offer a quiet and simple place to stay for those campers…read morewho want something a little off the beaten path. In addition to our own trails and views of wildlife, we are minutes away from the Sturgeon River, Pigeon River State Forest, and elk viewing areas. Mackinac Island and Petoskey are in easy driving proximity along with plenty of other tourist areas and attractions.

Loved it! Nice size lots friendly people. They make great pizza in the barn.'!,,,,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,read more

Overall this was a very nice campground. There are two things that causes me to only give 4 stars…read more First was backing onto the sought was difficult due to the slope at the road. We ended up bending one of our front stabilizers because of the angles. We saw another camper struggle with the same issue. The other thing was getting to it. You have to drive on dirt roads for quite a distance. They really have no control over the roads, but it is something to consider. The good though was that it was clean, nicely spaced, and quiet.

Amazing, secluded drive in, front country campground, in the shingle mill trail. River close by…read more Couple of outhouses, water outlets. Fire rings in each site. No electricity.

We love this campground. We have a lot of good memories with friends at this location. Bathrooms…read morewere clean and well water available as well as a huge trash bin. We spent a lot of time this weekend exploring the area and happy to return to our campsite and sit by a warm fire listening to the river. We can't wait to return.

Walloon Lake will always have a special place in my heart... I swam in this beautiful lake numerous…read moretimes as a kid and as an adult and I've taken all kinds of boat rides too. With gorgeous homes all around it as well as Camp Michigania, Barrel Back restaurant, and more... I am a huge fan and the view of Walloon Lake from Camp Michigania never gets old. I hope to visit again and again!

Catch of the day is always taste's better and prepared beautifully. Can't wait until we go back. I…read moreeven bought the shirt to remind me of the beauty before my eyes.

Fantastic campground with immaculate facilities that is 30 minutes from everywhere you want to go…read morein Northern Michigan. Tent or RV, this kid and dog friendly campground has great separation between campsites, live music, beautiful pool, and a fantastic, affordable, camp store. They have random food trucks and a great vibe! We'll be back!

Awesome wooded campground. The smell of pines is a great thing to wake up to each day…read more Accommodating and friendly staff/ owners. Nice vicinity to great activities. It's also a great spot to just relax infront of a fire.

Terry is super nice and helpful, the campsite is convenient for everything, bathroom and picnic…read moretable are nice and clean. I would highly recommend staying here.

This campground is located outside of town, and is privately owned and sits on the Cheboygan River…read morewith a renovated dock and boat access, lots of wildlife and hiking and walking trails. Husband and wife caregivers, they live in a beautiful 5th wheel and we had the pleasure of getting to camp next to them. Very sweet and friendly couple who soon will be headed down to Florida for the winter. Park is so well maintained by them, and her hub is always on his tractor cutting the lawn or at work doing something. Bathroom's and showers spotless. Nice sites and each has a nice picnic table and fire pit, firewood sold at the office. We had a pull through site, very accommodating, good water pressure. Tent camping, swing set for the young ones. There is a restaurant across the highway which was very good. Quiet place with lots of mature trees for shade. Very close to town, so convenient. About a 25 min drive to Mackinaw City and the bridge, make a day of taking a boat ride to Mackinaw Island. We enjoyed our stay at this great campground and recommend coming here. We will return!! Debbie/ Bob Hohn

Waterways is a great campground, very well maintained and it sits right on the river with boat…read moreaccess. We've been in here a few times, and they can handle longer trailers (with reservation) and offer full hook-up sites that are well maintained. The owner lives on site and is very helpful and knowledgeable of the area and local businesses, and it's just a short distance from town. We always look forward to our trips there, and are planning our next chance to go back.

Beautiful campground on a beautiful lake! Camping amongst the big trees is what you get here at…read moreBurt Lake. Quick and easy access to the beach from the campground is great too!

We went camping here last year for a family reunion (and where my fiance proposed to me). It was a…read moreblast!!!!! Came here for a couple hours last night to visit a couple relatives who were camping here. I really love this place!!!!!!