Algonac Group Camp

4.30

67 reviews

Algonac Group Camp

Quick Facts

Price

$17/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

$17/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Algonac Group Camp

$17.00 - $17.00 / night

Campsite Fees

$17/night per 6 people. Contact the park to reserve.

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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Provider

(810) 765-5605

What Campers Say

4.30

Satisfactory

Based on 67 reviews

67 Google reviews

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mosquitoes

"Reviews consistently praise ship and freighter watching, describe the park as clean and peaceful, and note friendly staff and repeat visitors. Several reviewers call the campground relaxing and a favorite for river watching."

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Fees & Passes at Algonac Group Camp

$17/night

Campsite fees

Prices verified December 13, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official Michigan DNR website.

Best Time to Camp at Algonac Group Camp

Autumn steals the show here with vibrant foliage painting the riverbanks and comfortable temperatures perfect for campfires and ship-watching. The park draws crowds during weekends and peak summer months, and as the season winds down, some facilities like bathrooms and showers may close or operate on limited schedules—a quick call ahead ensures you know exactly what to expect during your visit.

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

Best

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

Planning Tips

About Algonac Group Camp

Gather your group of up to 50 at this rustic riverside retreat where the St. Clair River becomes your front-row seat to passing freighters and Great Lakes maritime life. With essentials like picnic tables, a fire pit, and vault toilet, Algonac Group Camp offers an unplugged escape where the real attraction is the water and the parade of ships gliding by.

Rustic group-use campsite (basic facilities) within Algonac State Park.

Weather and SeasonsAutumn steals the show here with vibrant foliage painting the riverbanks and comfortable temperatures perfect for campfires and ship-watching. The park draws crowds during weekends and peak summer months, and as the season winds down, some facilities like bathrooms and showers may close or operate on limited schedules—a quick call ahead ensures you know exactly what to expect during your visit.

Natural Features and SceneryWatch massive freighters navigate the St. Clair River from your campsite, close enough to feel like part of the Great Lakes shipping story. The main camping area spreads across open, grassy terrain dotted with shade trees, while the inland wagon-wheel section near the group camp offers a more secluded, wooded atmosphere—though it's worth noting the mosquitoes appreciate the tree cover too. Stroll the paved riverside paths where autumn transforms the corridor into a canvas of brilliant fall colors, making this a particularly scenic spot for waterfront walks.

Geological RegionSt. Clair River corridor (riverine)

Campsite details

Total Campsites1 campsites

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Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive are allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsMIDNRReservations.com; group camp reservations by calling (810) 765-5605

Accomodation available

GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.

Amenities available

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Riverfront park known for ship and freighter watching with paved walking and biking paths; group-use camping is a quiet, rustic experience.

Hiking

Paved walking paths and short trails within the park used for strolls, photography and fall foliage viewing.

Fishing

Fishing opportunities along the St. Clair River from park riverfront and day-use areas.

Biking

Boating

Wildlife viewing

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed

Hazards

General hazardsMosquitoes are common in the more wooded interior/wagon-wheel area. Noise from an on-site shooting range can be audible during the day; the small day-use beach is not an official/unsafe swimming area. Reviewers also note occasional power outages during storms.

Weather at Algonac Group Camp

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Humidity: 60%

Wind: 13.4 mph

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Common complaintsLimited amenities for children; some sites (in the main campground) feel tight for longer RVs; mosquitoes can be an issue in wooded/inland areas.

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Algonac Group Camp

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.3

67 reviews

Satisfactory

Algonac Group Camp is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews consistently praise ship and freighter watching, describe the park as clean and peaceful, and note friendly staff and repeat visitors. Several reviewers call the campground relaxing and a favorite for river watching.

Review Summaries

Based on 67 reviews

What Campers Love

Outstanding ship/freighter watching; clean, well-kept grounds; friendly and helpful park staff; peaceful and relaxing atmosphere; wagon-wheel/inland area offers a more rustic, isolated feel.

Based on 67 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring chairs or blankets for ship watching, strong bug protection for wooded areas, and arrive earlier on busy weekends. Consider the wagon-wheel inland area for more privacy/isolation.

Based on 67 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Great place to watch ships while camping."; "Love river watching."; "Great place to camp. Park staff is friendly and helpful. Peaceful and relaxing."; "Not much for children or anything like that.";...

Based on 67 reviews