Petoskey Campground

The Great Outdoors

There is nothing quite like northern Michigan in the summertime, a truly magnificent place for outdoor enthusiasts to experience. The state is home to many epic state parks and public recreation areas showcasing its beauty while fostering an appreciation for Mother Nature. When you're camping at Petoskey Campground, you’ll already be inside Petoskey State Park. Fishing, swimming, kayaking, biking, hiking, and picnicking are just a few of the things you can enjoy while you're here.Burt Lake State Park can be found east of the campsites at Petoskey State Park, and it's an excellent place to spend a day. The park is located on Burt Lake, with thousands of feet of shoreline, sandy beaches, dazzling swimming areas, and plenty of open water to fish for your dinner. There are camping facilities on-site at this scenic state park too.If you head north from Petoskey State Park, you can reach Wilderness State Park, which spans a large chunk of land on the tip of the lower peninsula over by Mackinaw City. Ten thousand acres of pristine wilderness loaded with ethereal forests, historic structures, lofty sand dunes, peaceful picnic areas, and miles of lakeshore await you when you visit with your Petoskey RV rental. A rustic campground makes it easy to stay the night so that you can gaze at the sparkling night skies thanks to the lack of light pollution in the area.For a multi-day excursion, consider a trip to Isle Royale National Park. To explore this majestic nature park up north by the Canadian border, you’ll have to leave your RV behind, but you can enjoy its comforts on the way. Park the rental RV in Copper Harbor, Rock Harbor, or Houghton and take a boat to this remote island in Lake Superior, where you can immerse yourself in enchanting forests and beaches on this scarcely visited national park island.

City Attractions

When you rent an RV near Petoskey Campground, you’ll have the option to head to either Mackinaw City or Traverse City to do some sightseeing, but don’t forget about little Petoskey. The small town by Little Traverse Bay has an overwhelming appreciation for wine, evident by a large number of wineries and vineyards in the region. Sample some locally produced beverages at breweries or wineries in town, have a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants, go shopping for souvenirs, or visit some historic sites in town like the Historic Gaslamp District. This brightly colored shopping district is a lovely place for a stroll, particularly when the weather is nice.The Crooked Tree Arts Center and the Great Lakes Center for the Arts are two fabulous locations that provide locals and visitors a space to learn about and practice creativity. The Crooked Tree Arts Center is housed in a converted church, with elegant stained-glass windows and lots of space for workshops, pottery classes, and display areas for locally made artwork.The Little Traverse Historical Museum is an excellent historical resource for Petoskey and the bay area, with fascinating exhibits covering a slew of topics related to the city. Early pioneers, industrial history, and even Ernest Hemingway, who spent time in the area, are highlighted at this amazing little museum in Petoskey.