Welcome to Traverse City State Park Campground, a premier destination for campers and RV enthusiasts located in the heart of Traverse City, Michigan. Nestled just a short distance from Lake Michigan, this campground offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern amenities, making it an ideal spot for families, couples, and solo adventurers alike.
The campground features well-maintained sites that accommodate both tents and RVs, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. While the proximity to the main road and freeway may result in some noise, the convenience of being close to local attractions and the stunning Lake Michigan shoreline more than makes up for it. The newer bathroom and shower facilities are clean and well-kept, adding to the overall positive experience.
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While weekends can get busy, the campground offers a peaceful retreat during the week, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in nature. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay, Traverse City State Park Campground promises a memorable outdoor experience.
Customer Feedback: Many visitors have praised the campground for its clean facilities and convenient location. Some noted the weekend crowds and noise from the nearby road, but overall, guests appreciate the well-maintained sites and the proximity to Lake Michigan. One reviewer mentioned, "The newer bathroom and shower house was nice and clean," while another highlighted, "During the week, it was not as many people, so it was enjoyable."
Onsite services
Picnics
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
RV camping
RV electric hookup
RV water hookup
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Public shower
Restroom
Running water
Slides
Swings
Tent sites
Camping fee
Credit cards
Debit cards
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground
Dogs allowed
This park was nice. The only bad thing I can say is it gets packed on the weekend and you feel like you're packed in like sardines. The other bad was how they placed the firepits. The sight behind us their firepit was right at the back of our rv ( you can see in one of the photos I posted) so the smoke was coming in the rv everytime we opened the door! It made us feel like they were hanging out in our camp site because they were so close. It's also by the main road so lots of road noise. On a good note during the week it was not as many people so it was enjoyable.
My family and I stayed at the Traverse City State Park Campground Memorial Weekend. We felt the website map is very misleading. It shows Lake Michigan and then the Campground with a bridge to get either side. It does not let you know that it is because of a freeway between the lake and campground that you need the walkway/bridge and it is VERY noisy, not to mention the airplanes taking off and landing low overhead. There is also a long hotel that blocks the view of the lake. This was not the camping experience we were hoping for. The Campground was nice. I only went to the newer bathroom/shower house but it was nice and clean.
Please look at the map before getting a site. The 400's are by a busy street traffic all night. No one in office on a Saturday for firewood. Site 467 is cement only good thing about it. People cut in line to dump. Need a better park ranger to make changes.
Pros: Easy check-in, wonderful campground host, water & restroom facilities close by site, hot showers. It is close to national parks, Chain-of-Lakes, Mission Point, Fish town. Cons: Too many sites, equaling neighbors too close. There is no privacy and it is noisy (campers, dogs, busy highway, nearby airport sending off big planes). Every campsite has a fire pit, so campfire smoke blankets the campground. Smoke wafts into tents, tarps, and shelters. There is a long line of campers waiting their turn at the dump station, which happens to be too close to camp sites. Driving away from the campsite is difficult since the campers waiting their turn block the one-way exit.
Lovely campground on the east arm of Grand Traverse Bay. Peaceful, tranquil with beautiful views and a great overall experience. Been to many campgrounds in my day and this one is top-notch!