Tawas Point Campground

The Great Outdoors

You'll have no trouble finding a park or outdoor recreation area when you rent an RV near Tawas Point Campground. Tawas Point Campground itself is found within Tawas Point State Park, known for its gorgeous views, historic sites, elegant lighthouse, and dazzling night skies. Hiking or biking on the park's short nature trail is a must for birdwatching enthusiasts, while touring the lighthouse gives you insight into the area's history, along with some neat views.Negwegon State Park and Thunder Bay River State Forest, also on Lake Huron, are located to the north. Negwegon State Park is largely undeveloped, with mesmerizing beaches and a primitive campground that can accommodate tent campers. Hiking, paddling, and wildlife watching opportunities make this idyllic spot a pleasure to explore. Thunder Bay River State Forest also has some campsites available for tents and smaller campervan rentals if you'd like to camp in the heart of the woods among the region's diverse wildlife.Another obvious choice to visit while you're renting an RV near Tawas Point Campground is Huron National Forest. Half a million acres of wilderness teeming with lush groves, raging rivers, ponds, lakes, and mountains make this a special place to get away from the city and soak up the sounds of nature. Scattered campgrounds with rustic campsites are available should you want to stay a night or two. Trekking the extensive trail network is a great way to see as much of the area as you can.Isle Royale National Park is a bit further afield from Tawas Point Campground, but nature lovers willing to make the journey will be well-rewarded with a vast swath of untouched wilderness. A long ride in your RV rental and a boat ride are necessary to reach this remote island in Lake Superior, but once you set foot on its spectacular shores, every mile of the trip will be worth it.

Exploring the City

After you book an RV in Iosco County, take some time to explore the attractions in the vicinity. You'll find a few locally owned shops in East Tawas, but don't expect any metropolitan attractions in this charming community. The Tawas Point Lighthouse within the state park is about the only attraction close to the RV campground, but a visit to this historic structure is certainly worthwhile.Drive on down to Bay City if you want to do some shopping or sightseeing. The Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum is a wonderful testament to the U.S. Navy and the military might of the retired vessel that now allows guest tours. The USS Edson, nicknamed the "Grey Ghost of the Vietnamese Coast," played an important role in several military conflicts throughout the 20th century.For more insight into the area's history, check out the exhibits at the Historical Museum of Bay County. You'll learn about the lumber and maritime industries that kept the area afloat, as well as the often turbulent relations between the European settlers and the Native American tribes that called the peninsula home for millennia.