Bay City Group Camp

4.39

38 reviews

Bay City Group Camp

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Price

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Sites

2 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Not Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Check Site

Sites

2 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Not Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowersWiFi

Opens Michigan DNR site

Get Directions

Bay City Group Camp

No fees available

Campsite Fees

Nightly Fee: Contact the park

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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Michigan

Provider

(989) 684-3020

What Campers Say

4.39

Recommended

Based on 38 reviews

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"Visitor reviews are predominantly positive: guests praise large, shaded sites, clean modern restrooms and showers, family-friendly facilities (playground and splash pad), and easy access to Tobico Marsh and the beach. Common negatives include occasional water-quality concerns at the Bay beach, shared electrical pedestals requiring long cords, occasional wet spots in parts of the campground, and isolated incidents involving other campers."

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Best Time to Camp at Bay City Group Camp

Seasonal changes are notable — winter brings ice and snow on the bay and marsh, while spring and fall bring migratory birds and changing marsh scenery. Beach and water conditions vary by season; the swim area can be closed at times for water-quality issues.

Best

Spring (Mar-May)

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

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.

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About Bay City Group Camp

Bay City Group Camp is part of Bay City State Park on the Saginaw Bay (Lake Huron) shoreline, set near the extensive Tobico Marsh wetlands. The group camp area is flat and wooded with grassy, spacious sites, modern restrooms and showers nearby, and quick walking or biking access across the road to the beach, splash pad, playground and marsh trails.

Group campground within Bay City State Park that accommodates tents and RVs; listed as a group-use area.

Weather and SeasonsSeasonal changes are notable — winter brings ice and snow on the bay and marsh, while spring and fall bring migratory birds and changing marsh scenery. Beach and water conditions vary by season; the swim area can be closed at times for water-quality issues.

Natural Features and SceneryThe park sits on Saginaw Bay with sandy beach frontage and extensive coastal wetlands centered on Tobico Marsh, which includes boardwalks, dikes and observation areas for birdwatching. The developed camping area is mostly flat and wooded with mature trees, grassy sites and paved roads; marsh and lakeshore trails are within walking or biking distance.

Geological RegionSaginaw Bay / Lake Huron shoreline (coastal wetlands including Tobico Marsh)

Campsite details

Total Campsites2 campsites

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Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive are not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

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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

Showers

WiFi

Cell phone service

Flush toilets

Electricity hookups

Activities you can enjoy

Bay City Group Camp sits near Saginaw Bay and Tobico Marsh, offering beach access, marsh boardwalks/observation areas, playgrounds and multi-use trails for walking and biking.

Hiking

Paved and natural trails link the campground to the day‑use beach, Tobico Marsh boardwalks and observation tower; reviewers highlight pleasant walks around the lagoon and marsh.

Swimming

There is a beach on Saginaw Bay across the road from the campground used for swimming and wading, though several reviews advise checking local water-quality reports before swimming.

Biking

Wildlife viewing

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed

Hazards

General hazardsVariable water quality at the Saginaw Bay swim area (occasional beach closures), odorous/muddy conditions in some lagoon/marsh areas, and localized wet/muddy spots within the campground after rain.

Weather at Bay City Group Camp

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Humidity: 67%

Wind: 14.4 mph

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Common complaintsSaginaw Bay water quality is sometimes reported as poor and beach closures have been mentioned; some electrical pedestals are shared between two sites so longer cords or splitters may be needed; occasional wet/soft areas in the campground center; a few reports of disruptive campers and occasional slow emergency response.

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Bay City Group Camp

Nearby supplies

Bay City (short drive)

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.4

38 reviews

Recommended

Bay City Group Camp is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitor reviews are predominantly positive: guests praise large, shaded sites, clean modern restrooms and showers, family-friendly facilities (playground and splash pad), and easy access to Tobico Marsh and the beach. Common negatives include occasional water-quality concerns at the Bay beach, shared electrical pedestals requiring long cords, occasional wet spots in parts of the campground, and isolated incidents involving other campers.

Review Summaries

Based on 38 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean, modern restrooms and showers; spacious, grassy and often big‑rig‑friendly sites; family amenities across the road (playground, splash pad); strong access to Tobico Marsh, boardwalks and...

Based on 38 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring a long power cord (and splitter if needed) because some power pedestals serve two sites; plan to walk or bike to the beach, splash pad and marsh trails since those are across the road from the...

Based on 38 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Big sites. Clean facilities and lots of areas for kids to explore."; "Showers were clean as well as bathrooms."; "You can buy fire wood and ice bag at the entrance."

Based on 38 reviews