Algonac Group Camp

Star4.29
88 reviews
Algonac Group Camp
Featured in:Primitive Camping

Quick Facts

597 ft

Price

$17/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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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

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What Campers Say

4.29

Satisfactory

Based on 88 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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Campground Map

Algonac Group Camp

Algonac Group Camp

42.6582, -82.5258


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.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer draws crowds and peak activity; good riverfront viewing though busier on weekends.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.5 / 5
Top 15% in MI

Autumn 'steals the show' with vibrant foliage and comfortable temps ideal for ship-watching and fires.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring offers river views and mild conditions though not emphasized as strongly as fall or summer.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Seasonal notes emphasize autumn; winter activities and appeal are not highlighted.

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.
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    Amenities available

    Fire rings
    Picnic tables
    Vault toilets
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    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.
    HikingPaved walking paths and short trails within the park used for strolls, photography and fall foliage viewing.
    FishingFishing opportunities along the St. Clair River from park riverfront and day-use areas.
    Biking
    Boating
    Wildlife viewing
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsMosquitoes 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.

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    Reviews

    4.3
    88 reviews
    Satisfactory
    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 88 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 88 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 88 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.";...
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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