Best camping near Independence
62 campgrounds · 62 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Independence, Michigan — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 62 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Ortonville State Rec Area
Prime
9.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 70°F· No active weather warnings
Ortonville State Recreation Area is a popular camping destination located in Michigan. The campground offers various amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. The…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 54 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Modern Campground
Good
4.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Modern Campground is a popular camping destination located in the state of Michigan. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 107 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Group Campground
Good
5.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Group Campground is a delightful camping destination located in the state of Michigan. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure campers…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 103 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Pontiac Lake State Rec Area
Good
5.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area is a popular camping destination in Michigan, offering a range of amenities and activities for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 100 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
South Hill Campsite
Good
7.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
South Hill Campsite is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Michigan. This popular campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 101 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Apache Campsite
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
The Apache Campsite camping area in Michigan is a fantastic destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a serene and picturesque camping experience. Located in a beautiful natural…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 100 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
East Prairie Campsite
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
East Prairie Campsite in Michigan's Manistee National Forest offers rustic, first-come, first-served dispersed camping with no established sites. No reservations or permits are…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 99 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Picnic Area Campsite
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
The Picnic Area Campsite is a scenic camping area located in Michigan. This campground offers various amenities to enhance the camping experience. It features spacious campsites…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 99 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Cherokee Campsite
Good
7.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Located in the beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Cherokee Campsite is a great place to camp with stunning views of Lake Superior. The area offers plenty of outdoor…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 99 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Chippewa Campsite
Good
7.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Chippewa Campsite is located in Michigan and offers stunning views of the Upper Peninsula's nature. It has 51 campsites for tents and RVs, and amenities such as showers, fire…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 99 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Outpost Campsite
Good
7.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Outpost Campsite is a charming camping area located in the state of Michigan. This picturesque campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 99 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Pine Grove Campsite
Good
7.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Pine Grove Campsite is a popular camping area located in Michigan. The campground offers various amenities to enhance the camping experience. With spacious campsites, picnic…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 99 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Pines Campsite
Good
7.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Pines Campsite is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Michigan. Nestled in a beautiful natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 99 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Holly State Rec Area
Good
7.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Holly State Recreation Area, located in Michigan, offers a wonderful camping experience with its range of amenities and beautiful natural surroundings. The campground provides a…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 66 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Group Camping Area 12
Good
8.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Special Weather Statement· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Group Camping Area 12 is a wonderful camping destination in the state of Michigan. Situated in a picturesque location, this campground offers a range of amenities for visitors to…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 67 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Independence
The Independence area has 62 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Independence
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.