Hoeft Group Campground

4.33

193 reviews

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Season

Year-round

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Unknown

Pets

Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Allowed

RV FriendlyShowers

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Hoeft Group Campground

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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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Provider

(989) 734-2543

What Campers Say

4.33

Recommended

Based on 193 reviews

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"Reviewers consistently praise the park's wooded campsites, quiet atmosphere and outstanding Lake Huron beach; most guests find the park clean and peaceful. Common negatives are dated restroom/shower facilities, some tight campsites, occasional poor road maintenance and spotty cell service."

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Best Time to Camp at Hoeft Group Campground

Northern Michigan's summer climate brings warm days perfect for lakeside adventures, though the forest canopy keeps your campsite comfortably cool even at midday. Evening temperatures can drop noticeably once the sun sets over the pines, so smart campers pack layers and light jackets for stargazing around the campfire. The mosquitoes that occasionally buzz through are simply part of the authentic woods experience—a small trade-off for camping in such lush, thriving forest habitat.

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 Hoeft Group Campground

Tucked into the wooded heart of P.H. Hoeft State Park, this rustic group campground offers an authentic escape where towering trees filter the sunlight and Lake Huron's shores lie just a short walk away. Perfect for groups seeking a true back-to-nature experience, the setting trades modern conveniences for something more valuable: quiet, shade, and the kind of peaceful seclusion that makes memories last.

Designated group campground area within Hoeft State Park with rustic/basic facilities; the park overall offers tent and vehicle camping in wooded sites near Lake Huron.

Weather and SeasonsNorthern Michigan's summer climate brings warm days perfect for lakeside adventures, though the forest canopy keeps your campsite comfortably cool even at midday. Evening temperatures can drop noticeably once the sun sets over the pines, so smart campers pack layers and light jackets for stargazing around the campfire. The mosquitoes that occasionally buzz through are simply part of the authentic woods experience—a small trade-off for camping in such lush, thriving forest habitat.

Natural Features and SceneryImagine your group gathered beneath a cathedral of mature hardwoods, where dappled sunlight dances through the canopy and sandy trails wind toward the gentle rush of Lake Huron's waves. The campground serves as your basecamp for exploring a landscape where forest meets shoreline—follow wooded paths to discover a small meandering stream, then emerge onto an uncrowded beach where clear water laps against a mix of sand and smooth stones. The towering trees that shelter your site are the same ones that have watched over this special corner of Michigan's coast for generations, creating that rare combination of deep forest shade and easy beach access that feels like your own private wilderness.

Geological RegionLake Huron shoreline with sand dunes and mixed hardwood forest

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Tents

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RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

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Reservations are 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

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Small, wooded group campground focused on beach and trail access rather than organized activities. Popular activities are beach use, swimming, hiking, biking and birding.

Hiking

Several trails wind through mixed hardwood forest to dunes, a small stream and the lakeshore; trails are used for forest walks and birding.

Swimming

Lake Huron swimming is a primary draw; reviewers praise the sandy/rocky beach and clear water for swimming and sunrise viewing.

Biking

Wildlife viewing

Campground rules

Pets are allowed
Firewood is available at the gate; visitors are advised to follow local/state firewood guidelines.

Hazards

General hazardsSome tent sites in low-lying areas can collect standing water during heavy rain. Cell service may be limited (one visitor reported about one bar with Verizon). Some loops have tight sites and narrow roads that can be difficult for larger rigs.

Weather at Hoeft Group Campground

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Humidity: 75%

Wind: 14.6 mph

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Common complaintsAging bathrooms and limited, dated showers; some campsites are cramped or close together; interior roads and sites can be rough or single-lane; spotty or no cell reception in parts of the park; mosquitoes at times.

Campground Map

Hoeft Group Campground

Nearby places

Rogers City (~15-minute drive according to visitor reports)

Mackinaw City (~1 hour by road, per visitor report)

Nearby supplies

Rogers City (local restaurants and supplies

mentioned as ~15-minute drive)

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.3

193 reviews

Recommended

Hoeft Group Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers consistently praise the park's wooded campsites, quiet atmosphere and outstanding Lake Huron beach; most guests find the park clean and peaceful. Common negatives are dated restroom/shower facilities, some tight campsites, occasional poor road maintenance and spotty cell service.

Review Summaries

Based on 193 reviews

What Campers Love

Beautiful, heavily wooded campsites; excellent Lake Huron beach and shoreline for swimming and sunrise views; good trails for hiking and birding; paved bike path to Rogers City and 40 Mile Point...

Based on 193 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring bug spray and warm layers (lake nights can be cool), a ground mat for sandy/dusty sites, and an extension cord if you rely on intermittent power in the main campground. Firewood is sold at the...

Based on 193 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Probably the best state park in Michigan.”; “The sandy beach has plenty of stones to skip.”; “Very nice camping site and cool beach access.”; “No cell reception so if you are looking for a quiet...

Based on 193 reviews