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Welcome to Chelsea, Michigan, a charming small historic town, just 15 miles west of Ann Arbor, the home of the University of Michigan. With downtown boutiques, antiques, picnic spots and restaurants, and some of the best tours of the area available, this gem of a place is in a great location to branch out and explore this part of Michigan and the upper Midwest. Take a stroll on a historic walking tour, or visit an organic farm. Check out actor Jeff Daniels’ acclaimed Purple Rose Theatre Company, or enjoy a guided nature walk at the Eddy Discovery Center. You’ll see it all, from maple syrup processors to the beautiful sandhill crane migration tours. Spend a day, weekend, or week, and book an RV in Chelsea, MI, today.

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Sites and Scenery

Chelsea is right in the middle of beautiful lake areas, offering all the recreational activities you can think of. First on most visitors’ lists is the Chelsea State Game Area, just a couple miles northeast of town. Situated around Fourmile Lake, you can camp and fish alongside bald eagles, or paddle out with a kayak or canoe. There are shower and restroom facilities, so you can really enjoy yourself here with the Chelsea rental RV.

City Sites

Adorable downtown Chelsea has so much to offer, and a great way to learn what is here is to take the Sculpture Walk. Here you can see 12 large works of art, meandering through and across the charming downtown area. You can pick up a map of the Sculpture Walk at various locations, and sites of sculptures are marked with a big “S.”

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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are plenty of places to hang out in your Chelsea rental motorhome, from the state recreation and game areas, to beach parks, and RV parks that are located throughout the county. You can find primitive camping spots, or amenity-rich offerings with golf courses, lodges, restaurants and more. Walmart Supercenters are located within a 20-30 mile radius of town, offering convenient overnight parking options for the Chelsea camper rental.</span></p>

Food

In addition to great food offerings, from classic American to international flavors, this part of Michigan is also known for its growing craft beer and distillery industry. Check out any myriad of tours and tastings. The Chelsea Farmers Market is open all year round. In season, it takes place downtown on Saturday mornings, and Wednesday afternoons. In the winter, you can catch the farmers market at the Washington Street Center, on Saturday mornings. Look for locally produced maple syrup, grass-fed beef, naturally raised eggs, locally grown produce, handmade soaps and lotions, and much, much more.

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Recent RV rental reviews in Chelsea

Deborah M.

October, 2025

We had a great experience with our host and his wife. Both very kind and accommodating people. The RV was fantastic, just as advertised. We would definitely do it again!
Paul K.

October, 2025

Had no problems rv ran great
Ted M.

September, 2025

Ed was very responsive and the camper was great. We will rent again when in need.

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