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  3. Pinckney Recreation Area

Camping at Pinckney Recreation Area

State park · Pinckney · 222 campsites

A forested campground near fishing, and mountain biking. RV fit varies by site.

About this campground

With its diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife and endless recreational opportunities, Pinckney Recreation Area is a must-visit destination for campers, mountain bikers, anglers and other recreation enthusiasts. Nestled amidst rolling hills and serene lakes, the landscape features a terminal moraine area formed during the last glaciation period.

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At a glance

  • RV sites up to 50 ft

    Length limits vary by campsite.

  • Hookups available
  • Pets not allowed
  • Fishing
OverviewCampsitesAmenities & locationPlan your stay

21 available sites

21 open of 222 sites
Site B1
TentHookups not listed
Available all 2 nights
$40 for 2 nights
$20/night · before taxes & fees
Site C1
TentHookups not listed
Available all 2 nights
$40 for 2 nights
$20/night · before taxes & fees
Site C2
TentHookups not listed
Available all 2 nights
$40 for 2 nights
$20/night · before taxes & fees
Site C3
TentHookups not listed
Available all 2 nights
$40 for 2 nights
$20/night · before taxes & fees
Site B4
TentHookups not listed
Available all 2 nights
$40 for 2 nights
$20/night · before taxes & fees
Site B5
TentHookups not listed
Available all 2 nights
$40 for 2 nights
$20/night · before taxes & fees
Site B6
TentHookups not listed
Available all 2 nights
$40 for 2 nights
$20/night · before taxes & fees
Site B7
TentHookups not listed
Available all 2 nights
$40 for 2 nights
$20/night · before taxes & fees

View full availability calendar · night-by-night from Going to Camp

Availability on Going to Camp. Showing 40 of 222 sites.

SiteFr
13
Sa
14
Price
C3✓✓$20
C23✓✓$20
C12✓✓$20
C2✓✓$20
B5✓✓$20
C1✓✓$20
C18✓✓$20
B8✓✓$20
C24✓✓$20
C17✓✓$20
B7✓✓$20
C15
From $40 for 2 nights
$20/night · Before taxes & fees
21 sites available for your entire stay

You book directly on Michigan State Parks. Rates and availability can change until reserved. Campground page on Michigan State Parks ↗

21 openSites from $20/night
Book on Michigan State Parks

Amenities & location

  • Electric Hookup
  • Electric Hookup 20
  • Electric Hookup 30
  • Electric Hookup 50
  • Fire Ring
  • Fishing Area
  • Picnic Table
Pets
Allowed (per listing)

Location

8555 Silver Hill Road
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Pinckney Recreation Area: questions answered

What is the maximum RV length at Pinckney Recreation Area?
No RV sites listed (per the listing)
How do I reserve a site at Pinckney Recreation Area?
Reservable on midnrreservations.com (per the listing)
Are pets allowed at Pinckney Recreation Area?
Allowed (per the listing)
Sources and details

At a glance

Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the midnrreservations.com listing. Anything we can't source says so.

Max rig length
Listing No RV sites listed
Pets
Listing Allowed
Shade
Listing 0 of 202 sites that report shade are listed as shaded
Booking
Listing Reservable on midnrreservations.com
Getting there
Listing 8555 Silver Hill Road (map in Location below)
Hookups & power · Pull-through / back-in · Road & site access · Generators · Quiet hours · Cell signal · Starlink / satellite · Water · Price · Stay limits
Not listed — check with campground
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Guides for this trip

  • Camping with dogs
✓
✓
$20
C16✓✓$20
B6✓✓$20
C14✓✓$20
B1✓✓$20
B4✓✓$20
C9✓✓$20
B10✓✓$20
C25✓✓$20
Bruin Lake Yurt✓✓$100
Aux3XX$20
Aux9XX$20
Aux16XX$20
C5XX$20
C10XX$20
C22✓X$20
B3✓X$20
C6XX$20
Aux5XX$20
Aux18XX$20
C7XX$20
C20XX$20
B9X✓$20
C21XX$20
C4✓X$20
B2✓X$20
Aux8XX$20
C13XX$20
Aux20XX$20

✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released

Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights2 sites open for every night

Tom and Julie's Place

6.1 mi from Pinckney Recreation Area (straight-line)
Sites from $34/night
$68 total for Nov 13–15 · before taxes & fees
Rates & availability from Hipcamp · you book on their site
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Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights4 sites open for every night

Nature and Nurture Farm

9.7 mi from Pinckney Recreation Area (straight-line)
Sites $65/night
$130 total for Nov 13–15 · before taxes & fees
Rates & availability from Hipcamp · you book on their site
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Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights155 sites open for every night

Waterloo Recreation Area

10.8 mi from Pinckney Recreation Area (straight-line)
Sites from $20/night
$40 total for Nov 13–15 · before taxes & fees
Rates & availability from Michigan State Parks · you book on their site
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Trip idea

Ideas for your stay

An idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.

  1. Day 1 · Arrive and settle in

    • Check in and set up camp.
    • go fishing (per the campground listing)
  2. Day 2 · Get out and explore

    • Best Detroit Architecture Walking Tour: Inside Access & Landmarks Detroit area · 2.5 hr · from $99/person
    • Detroit Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Coffee, Pastries & More Detroit area · 2 hr · from $70/person
  3. Day 3 · One more stop, then head home

    • Best Detroit Art, History & Architecture Walking Tour Detroit area · 2 hr · from $105/person
Ways to stay

Have an RV waiting

    Need an RV for your stay?

    Rentals that may deliver here and whose listed length fits sites up to 50 ft. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

    2016 Winnebago View, Mercedes Sprinter, near Ohio Parks
    2016 Winnebago View, Mercedes Sprinter, near Ohio Parks

    Class C motorhome · 25 ft · sleeps 6 · 131 mi from campground

    $198/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available

    View rental
    2021 Dutchmen Colorado Trailer
    2021 Dutchmen Colorado Trailer

    Travel trailer · 23 ft · sleeps 5 · 142 mi from campground

    $85/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available

    View rental
    2017 Forest River Salem Hemisphere
    2017 Forest River Salem Hemisphere

    Travel trailer · 36 ft · sleeps 6 · 142 mi from campground

    $110/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available

    View rental
    Things to do

    Activities near Pinckney Recreation Area

    Bookable tours nearby

    Paid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.

    Best Detroit Architecture Walking Tour: Inside Access & Landmarks
    Best Detroit Architecture Walking Tour: Inside Access & Landmarks

    Detroit area · 2.5 hr · from $99/person

    Detroit Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Coffee, Pastries & More
    Detroit Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Coffee, Pastries & More

    Detroit area · 2 hr · from $70/person

    Best Detroit Art, History & Architecture Walking Tour
    Best Detroit Art, History & Architecture Walking Tour

    Detroit area · 2 hr · from $105/person

    See 6 more bookable tours
    Museum of Illusions Detroit Admission Ticket
    Museum of Illusions Detroit Admission Ticket
    Best time to go

    Seasons, rates and how booked it gets

    Share of site-nights open, booked and closed on Michigan State Parks for the next months, checked Nov 7. Months further out may not be released for booking yet.

    MonthOpenBookedClosed
    Nov 202616%0%74%
    Dec 20266%0%85%
    Jan 20276%0%85%
    Feb 20276%0%85%
    Mar 20276%0%85%
    Apr 202738%0%52%
    May 202788%0%0%
    Compare site types

    222 individual reservable campsites from Michigan State Parks, checked Nov 7. Rates are the listed nightly rates.

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    21 open Nov 13–Nov 15

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    Detroit's Hidden History Guided Walking Tour

    Detroit area · 1.5 hr · from $49/person

    Private Detroit Pedal Pub Tour – A Top-Rated Downtown Experience
    Private Detroit Pedal Pub Tour – A Top-Rated Downtown Experience

    Detroit area · 1.8 hr · from $300/person

    Detroit Downtown Food Tour with 6+ Iconic Tastings in Motor City
    Detroit Downtown Food Tour with 6+ Iconic Tastings in Motor City

    Detroit area · 3 hr · from $98/person

    Self Guided Detroit's Spirit and History Solo Walking Tour
    Self Guided Detroit's Spirit and History Solo Walking Tour

    Detroit area · 45 min–1 hr · from $10/person

    Detroit Guided Pedicab Tour Explore the City in Comfort
    Detroit Guided Pedicab Tour Explore the City in Comfort

    Detroit area · 1 hr · from $125/person