Highland Recreation Area RV & Campground Guide
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Located in the rolling hills of Southern Michigan, the Highland Recreation Area is comprised of an expansive array of ecosystems and unusual flora and fauna. Covering over 5,900 acres that includes four lakes, the park is a paradise for paddlers. The winter offers opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling. This park is an RV travelers’ delight, too, as you'll find conveniences that include full hookups, visitor centers, stores, and other in-park amenities. Nearby, you'll find the communities of White Lake, Milford, Waterford, and Commerce. The Highland Recreation Area was once the estate of Edsel Ford, a Detroit native, and son of Henry Ford, the founder of the Ford Motor Company.
Spring 35-65 F
Summer 55-72 F
Fall 50-73 F
Winter 21-34 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Highland Recreation Area
Highland Recreation Area is a perfect place to camp. However, you may want to be protected from the elements. RVshare is your go-to source for finding the right RV for exploring this area, so visit our rental page to find yours.
Flint Holly KOA Campground
Flint Holly KOA Campground is conveniently located off Highway 75 in the Auburn Hills area in Holly. This KOA offers pull-thru sites, including some that can accommodate rigs up to 80 feet. Nightly rates range from $60-$115, and there are also monthly and seasonal rates available. The campground is open from May 1 through October 31.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes; 50/30 Amp
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Bike rentals, firewood, pool, propane, pavilion, dog park, mini-golf, snack bar, cable TV, restrooms, and shower
Groveland Oaks County Park
Offering 269 campsites with either water and electric or full hookups, Groveland Oaks County Park is a great option 15 miles north of the recreation area. This campground also provides five pull-thru sites for your convenience. Nightly rates range from $38-$50. There are also monthly rates available.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: 50 Amp
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Access to Stewart Lake, mini-golf, kayak, and bike rentals, three large playscape areas for children, a skateboard park, BMX bike course, basketball and volleyball courts, paved trails, and the Blue Water Grill concessions and campground store
Camp Dearborn
Located in nearby Milford, Camp Dearborn offers over 120 RV sites for units up to 50 feet. Each site includes a fire ring/charcoal grill combo and a picnic table. Nestled in 626 acres of rolling hillscapes and six lakes, there's plenty for any member of your family to enjoy. Choose from lounging on the private beach, around the swimming lake, or heated pool. Nightly rates range from $29-$168 during the offseason and from $33-$198 during peak season. Rates for 20-AMP sites are between $35-$210, and 50-AMP sites go for $40-$240. In-season rates apply from June 14th-August 23rd while off-season rates are from August 24 through June 14th. There are also monthly rates available.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes; 20/50 Amp
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Laundromat, heated swimming pool, private beach, swimming lake, a modern playground, picnic area, modern comfort stations, zip line, golf and fishing
What to Do at
Highland Recreation Area
Inside Highland Recreation Area
With over 5,900 acres to explore, Highland Recreation Area has an activity for every season and every visitor. Three different day-use areas provide areas for picnics, swimming, horseshoes, and volleyball, and you can also access lakefronts at any of the four lakes within the park for fishing and recreational boating. Make sure to take advantage of the variety of interpretive, scientific, historical, and educational visitor services provided on-site as well.
How to Get to
Highland Recreation Area
From the Detroit area, take US-23 to M-59 and drive east for 12 miles. You can also choose to drive from I-75 to M-59, then drive west for 14 miles. The main park entrance is on the south side of M-59 between Bogie Lake Road and Ormand Road.
Entering Highland Recreation Area
To enter, you'll need a Recreation Passport. State residents can get a $5 discount when they get their passports during the license plate registration renewal process.
Highland Recreation Area Per vehicle : $17.0
Highland Recreation Area Per motorcycle : $11.0
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Frequently Asked Questions About Highland Recreation Area
Visitors can enjoy Highland Recreation Area year-round. In warm seasons, the park offers hiking, biking, and equestrian trails. In the cold months, visitors enjoy beginner and intermediate cross-country skiing trails.
Southeastern Michigan has a humid continental climate. You can expect cold winters with moderate amounts of snow. On average, 52 days each year do not get above freezing. Summers are warm and humid.
There are a total of 30 RV and tent camping sites at Highland Recreation Area, but none offer hookups. Guests are limited to camping stays of up to 14 days.
Pets are allowed on a six-foot leash. Feel free to bring your leashed pet on the multi-use trails, in the campgrounds, and in the picnic areas of Highland Recreation Area. They are not allowed on any beaches or inside buildings.
ADA-designated parking spots are available at Highland Recreation Area. In the campground, there are two ADA sites that feature concrete pads. Plus, the recently opened Cedar Creek Trail is barrier-free.