Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort campground
Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort
The campground offers a variety of amenities including a heated pool, playground, volleyball court, and basketball court. They also have a camp store, laundry facilities, and a community fire pit. The campground operates on a reservation system, and they have 115 campsites available for RVs and tents.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is located near the Manistee National Forest, which is home to several species of wildlife, including black bears and gray wolves. Visitors to the area should take precautions when exploring the forest.
The best time to visit Tri Ponds Family Camp Resort is in the summer months from June to August, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit. At this time of year, visitors can enjoy the campground's amenities and the nearby attractions. However, it's important to note that this is peak season, and it may be crowded, so be sure to make reservations in advance.
What's on-site at Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ely Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Brookside City Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Gun Lake - Yankee Springs State Rec Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Merrie Wood | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rabbit River Near Hopkins | 50 cfs | → |
| Kalamazoo River At New Richmond | 2,040 cfs | → |
| Kalamazoo River Near New Richmond | 4,480 cfs | → |
| Macatawa River At State Road Near Zeeland | 20 cfs | → |
| South Branch Black River Near Bangor | 76 cfs | → |
| Portage Creek At Kalamazoo | 50 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkins 1 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bloomingdale | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gobles 1.0 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gobles 1 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Plainwell 0.5 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Holland 3.9 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
🌳 Parks
- Dumont Lake County Park
- Littlejohn Lake County Park
- Hamilton Ball Fields
- Trestle Township Park
- Wayland City Park
- Maplewood Recreation Area
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort
Can I make reservations at Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Tri-Ponds Family Camp Resort.