Ely Lake Campground is a charming, off-grid camping destination nestled in Fennville, Michigan. This hidden gem offers a unique outdoor experience with no hookups available, making it ideal for those seeking a more secluded and nature-immersed stay. Located near Lake Michigan, the campground features basic amenities such as outhouses and hand water pumps, ensuring a rustic yet comfortable camping experience.
Guests can enjoy a sandy beach area complete with picnic tables and a grill, perfect for outdoor cooking. The facility operates on a first-come, first-served basis with check-in at 5 PM and checkout at 3 PM. Reservations are recommended at least a week in advance to secure your spot among the well-maintained campsites.
Ely Lake Campground has received glowing reviews from visitors who praise its peaceful atmosphere and cleanliness. Many appreciate the seclusion, making it a popular choice for those looking to escape the hustle of daily life. The trails and lakefront offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy nature.
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hiking
Camping fee
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
This little off-grid county run campground is a hidden jewel. There's no hookups at all, which keeps the bigger rigs away mostly it seems. There are outhouses and hand water pumps throughout the campground. There are no dump stations for RVs. There is a beach area with picnic tables and a grill. Check-out is 3pm, Check-in is 5p. Sites are first come, first served. I recommend making reservations at least a week in advance.
There is a great trail around the lake that makes for an enjoyable walk. It's just over a mile all together. You can bring your dog, needs to be on a leash. Campsites placed all around the lake and appear to be well kept. We plan to come back to camp! It's 17/night from what we saw posted.
Beautiful! Very rustic so come prepared! Only a vault toliet, no showers. Limited running water.
By far my favorite (off grid ) vacation spot! If you want your families attention without all the technology of life-this is the best place to take them! No cell service, Quiet, and earthly! No door dash out here! Fishing, BBQ, Music, Campfires and Memories are all you can expect here! No electricity! Hand pumped well water and outhouse is the facilities! Perfect slice of get away Heaven!!!
Couldn't hear nature or sleep due to generator noise. The ranger wouldn't stop a family from running theirs 24/7 even though it breaks posted rules. If people have an RV or health issues that require a generator they should be forced to camp elsewhere or given designated spots away from rustic campsites. The noise ruins the whole point of going to a rustic campground.