Sparrow Rapids Campground: Scenic Camping near Kenton, MI

47 reviews

Sparrow Rapids Campground Introduce

Sparrow Rapids Campground, located near Kenton, Michigan, offers a scenic and relatively accessible camping experience. As a part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, it provides basic amenities and a beautiful natural setting.

The campground features approximately six decently spaced campsites, each offering a degree of privacy due to natural tree barriers. The sites are described as large and gorgeous, with a trout stream running nearby, enhancing the natural beauty of the area.

Access to the campground is facilitated by a decent gravel road, making it relatively easy to reach. Its proximity to a small town tavern adds a touch of convenience for campers seeking local amenities.

Amenities at Sparrow Rapids Campground include vault toilets (pit toilets), although they are noted for being rustic with potential for spiderwebs. Campers should be aware that there is no water available on-site, so they must bring their own supply.

A notable feature of this campground is the reliable cell coverage, allowing campers to stay connected and plan their activities. Specifically, T-Mobile users reported good 5G service, and general online access was described as no problem, which is very helpful for planning local exploration and hiking.

Despite its accessibility, the campground maintains a sense of natural beauty, particularly during the fall when the colors are at their peak. It is a great location for those who desire a blend of natural scenery and relative connectivity.

To contact the campground, you can call (906) 932-1330 or +1 906-932-1330.

Location

Michigan Houghton County Kenton

Customer Reviews

4.0

47 reviews

Summer

Oct 15, 2024

Gorgeous sites with a trout stream running nearby. A decent gravel road and close to the small town tavern. It didn't feel as secluded due to how easy it was to access but the sites were very large and decently spaced. The bathrooms were probably the creepiest ones yet with tons of spiderwebs and very small pit toilet but I'm thankful for them none the less. Fall colors were peaking and it was nice to have 5G service on T-Mobile to plan out the next day.

Johanna Boevree

Jul 15, 2022

Great little campground! We stayed here for a week at the end of June. It has about 6 campsites that are decently spaced with tree blocks between each one, making them pretty private. There are vault toilets near the camp entrance. No water either so make sure you have your own. There is however pretty good cell coverage. We were able to get online no problem and check out local places and hiking.

Melissa Rowe

Jul 24, 2018

Stumbled across this little gem. Quiet, near empty. No water unless from the river but, gorgeous. Highlight of our trip so far! Falling asleep with the sound of the Rapids flowing, Is a definate perk! Bugs not bad at all; another welcome surprise!

Will Hopwood

Jun 07, 2024

Easy drive in from the highway. Quiet spots with good space in between. River makes nice sounds in the first few sites but can’t hear so much on the other end of the loop. The outhouses should be avoided if at all possible. Two bars are only a few minutes drive so plan ahead. Watch for randy turtles in season. ;)

Jennifer Thompson

Jul 30, 2022

Excellent camping! Sound of rapids at site six, excellent Verizon coverage, no flies and clean pit toilets. Wonderful if you like to get away from it all.

Brian Leitch

Jun 25, 2022

Great spot in site #s 1 or 3! We had #3 with great weather, and minimal flies and mosquitoes. Quite campground with nicely spaces sites and river access on sites 1, 2 & 3.