Camping has always been an inexpensive way to spend time with the family and enjoy nature. The only way that camping could get any better and less expensive if it were free, but there’s no such thing as free camping is there? Indeed there is. Major camping has found a wonderfully designed site that lists all of the free campgrounds in the country and passes the information onto the everyday camper. Here is a list of campgrounds that are under $10 or absolutely free within the state of Michigan. For those interested in finding free camping in other states simply visit the Free RV Camping website and click on which state you wish to search. Happy camping!
Free Camping in Michigan
Birch Run Factory Outlet Mall – Doesn’t sound like it would be a campground at all, but there are over 30 campsites in two designated parking lots. It is close to the outlet mall and a great place to camp out and wait for the stores to open. The campground is also near the tourist attraction Frankenmuth.
Brookside Park, Otsego – This area requires registering with the local police department and is patrolled day and night, so be on your best behavior. There are 4 sites in total and they are well maintained. The site is free, but be sure to leave a donation to the general fund when you go!
Cabela’s – Large parking lot behind the store and great shopping inside. An unofficial RV campground, Cabela’s is in Dundee near Detroit. The lot includes water and a dump station.
Christmas Kewadin Casino - This official campground is in the lot right behind the casino and offers electricity to campers. The space is limited, but if you’re lucky enough to RV camp in this area you have a prime time spot near one of the best casinos in Michigan. It is also near the Hiawatha National Forest and has a paid dump station.
French Farm Lake – At the end of a secluded, unnamed dirt road, this campground is not easy to find but is located next to the beautiful French Farm. Take Trails End Road 1.75 miles west out of Mackinaw City. Turn left on an unnamed dirt/gravel road 50 feet before the stop sign at Wilderness Park Drive. Follow the road to six numbered sites.
Formerly Big Creek Campground – A difficult campground to find, detailed directiosn are as follows: Located just off County Road 612 NE of Grayling, MI or SW of Lewiston, MI. 7 mi from Lewiston. The site is on a small creek and there are no amenities involved, but it’s a great quiet place to relax and RV camp.
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