Hoffmaster Group Youth Camp

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694 reviews
Hoffmaster Group Youth Camp
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Quick Facts

676 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

2 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Showers

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Hoffmaster Group Youth Camp
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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

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What Campers Say

4.60

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Based on 694 reviews

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"Reviews for Hoffmaster State Park's campground praise well-maintained facilities, large shaded sites, plentiful trails and close access to Lake Michigan; reviewers frequently call out clean bathrooms and hot showers, family-friendly programming, and scenic dune/beach access."

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Campground Map

Hoffmaster Group Youth Camp

Hoffmaster Group Youth Camp

43.1251, -86.2618

Nearby places
Muskegon (about a 10-minute drive)
Nearby supplies
Muskegon (nearest town for supplies
~10-minute drive)

Best Time to Camp at Hoffmaster Group Youth Camp

Summer brings the park to life with warm days perfect for beach exploration, though peak weekends and holidays mean you'll have plenty of company and a lively atmosphere. For groups seeking more solitude, weekdays and shoulder seasons offer quieter experiences with the same beautiful scenery. Pack bug spray for those Michigan summer mosquitoes, and remember that sandy trails are part of the authentic dune country experience.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer ideal for beach and trails though peak weekends bring crowds.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Trails and dunes remain scenic in fall with fewer crowds; good shoulder-season appeal.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Shoulder-season trails and fewer crowds make spring appealing though cooler weather persists.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

No winter programming noted; beaches less usable and park activity centers on warmer months.

Planning Tips

    About Hoffmaster Group Youth Camp

    Nestled within the natural beauty of P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, this rustic group campground offers an authentic outdoor experience for youth groups of up to 54 campers across two dedicated sites. Each site comes equipped with picnic tables and fire pits for evening gatherings, while modern restrooms and showers in the nearby campground ensure comfort without sacrificing that genuine camping feel.
    A rustic, youth-only group campground area (two group sites) located within Hoffmaster State Park; intended for organized youth groups and reserved by phone.
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    Picnic tables
    Vault toilets

    Activities you can enjoy

    Wooded sand-dune setting near Lake Michigan offering hiking, beach access/swimming and wildlife/birding opportunities; the group area sits within the broader Hoffmaster State Park trail and beach network.
    HikingMultiple park trails run through rolling forested dunes (including the Dune Overlook Trail). Trails are generally well-marked and suitable for children, though dune stairs and sandy stretches can be tiring.
    SwimmingLake Michigan swimming and sandy beach access are available within Hoffmaster State Park; visitors should watch for occasional water-quality advisories noted in reviews.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsSeasonal mosquitoes and biting flies, sandy terrain and dune stairs on trails which can be tiring; typical park wildlife precautions (food storage, avoid feeding animals) apply.

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    Reviews

    4.6
    694 reviews
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    Top-Rated
    Hoffmaster Group Youth Camp is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviews for Hoffmaster State Park's campground praise well-maintained facilities, large shaded sites, plentiful trails and close access to Lake Michigan; reviewers frequently call out clean bathrooms and hot showers, family-friendly programming, and scenic dune/beach access.
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    Based on 694 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Clean, well-maintained park and restrooms; large, shaded campsites; excellent hiking and dune scenery; kid-friendly amenities and programming (visitor center, playground, craft nights); easy access...
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    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Reserve well in advance for summer weekends; bring sturdy footwear for dune and stair climbs; bring cash if buying firewood from nearby vendors; choose weekdays or shoulder seasons for a quieter...
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    Camper Quotes

    “Very clean and very nice host”; “Lots have fire pit and electric 50 amp outlet” (main campground context); “Great camping! Big sites, nice facilities, quiet visitors during the dry season.”
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