Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground

Star4.57
144 reviews
Campground entrance: 5300 McGinnis Road
Summer Destination

Quick Facts

1,047 ft

Price

$20/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

15 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

Showers

Opens Michigan DNR site

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Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground
$20.00 - $20.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Nightly fee per site: $20.
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

4.57

Top-Rated

Based on 144 reviews

112 Google reviews

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"Reviews are overwhelmingly positive: visitors praise large, well-maintained, wooded and private campsites, friendly staff, family-friendly play areas, and easy access to trails and nearby beach. Minor recurring complaints include nocturnal raccoons, some uneven/non-level sites, and occasionally distant or temporarily closed dump/showers facilities."

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Campground Map

Campground entrance: 5300 McGinnis Road

Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground

Campground entrance: 5300 McGinnis Road

Driving directionsThe campground entrance is at 5300 McGinnis Road; driving directions are available on the park website.

Best Time to Camp at Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Swimming, beaches, playgrounds and trails make summer a prime season here.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Northern Michigan foliage and trails likely enhance the experience in fall.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Trails and lake access available in spring; conditions (mud) not described but implied.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5

Park noted as multi‑season but winter activities are not detailed; moderate appeal.

Planning Tips

    About Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground

    Escape to Holly–McGinnis Lake, where generously spaced premium campsites offer that coveted 'up north' atmosphere without the long drive. Families will love the convenient playscape, while those seeking a peaceful retreat can spread out and truly unwind in these thoughtfully designed semi-modern sites—just note that this is a rustic experience with no electrical hookups.
    Semi-modern campground with partial facilities (on-site restrooms/showers and potable water; no electrical hookups at sites per the DNR).
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    Amenities available

    Showers
    Potable water
    Flush toilets
    Dump station
    Fire rings

    Activities you can enjoy

    A woodland campground with nearby trails, lakes, beaches and multi-season recreation opportunities; family-friendly features include playgrounds and interpretive programs in season.
    HikingTrails adjacent to the campground include the Holly–McGinnis Lake Nature Trail and longer Wilderness Trail Loop that circles McGinnis Lake, providing wetland and hardwood-forest walking.
    FishingAnglers use nearby lakes for bass, bluegill, walleye, northern pike and crappie (as reported in area fishing information).
    SwimmingDay-use swimming is available at nearby Heron Lake beach and other park lake access points.
    Biking
    Boating
    Wildlife viewing
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsReviewers note frequent nighttime raccoon activity; some reviewers also report frogs and groundhogs. Some sites may be uneven or not level.

    Weather at Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground

    Reviews

    4.6
    144 reviews
    Top-Rated
    Top-Rated
    Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive: visitors praise large, well-maintained, wooded and private campsites, friendly staff, family-friendly play areas, and easy access to trails and nearby beach. Minor recurring complaints include nocturnal raccoons, some uneven/non-level sites, and occasionally distant or temporarily closed dump/showers facilities.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 144 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Large, spacious and wooded sites; well-kept grounds; friendly and helpful park staff; family-friendly with playgrounds and nearby trails and beach; on-site potable water and a dump station.
    Based on 144 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Use self check-in when available; secure food at night due to raccoons; be prepared that some campsites may be a walk from restrooms/showers; reviewers praise secluded wooded sites for privacy.
    Based on 144 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    “Very beautiful, well-kept campground!”; “Beautiful place to camp. FYI they only provide 30 amp. No water or sewer at site but they do have dump station and fresh water available.”; “Watch out for...
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    Last updated February 2, 2026
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