Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground

Star4.58
112 reviews
Campground entrance: 5300 McGinnis Road

Quick Facts

Price

$20/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

15 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Allowed

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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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(800) 447-2757

What Campers Say

4.58

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Based on 112 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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Fees & Passes at Holly-Mcginnis Lake-Semi-Modern Campground

$20/night

Campsite fees

Prices verified December 13, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official Michigan DNR website.



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).
Natural Features and SceneryThis campground captures the essence of a classic northern Michigan getaway with its expansive, well-appointed sites that give you plenty of room to breathe. The layout emphasizes privacy and space, creating that rare feeling of having your own slice of wilderness. While maintaining its natural character, the campground thoughtfully includes family-friendly amenities like a playscape that keeps younger campers entertained between outdoor adventures.
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Campsite details

Total Campsites15 campsites

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Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed

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Amenities available

Showers
Potable water
Fire rings
Dump station
Flush toilets

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.
Hiking
Trails 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.
Fishing
Anglers use nearby lakes for bass, bluegill, walleye, northern pike and crappie (as reported in area fishing information).
Swimming
Day-use swimming is available at nearby Heron Lake beach and other park lake access points.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are allowed

Hazards

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

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Humidity: 76%
Wind: 11.4 mph
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Common complaintsRaccoons active at night; some sites not level; showers/restrooms can be far from certain sites; occasional reports of dump station closures.

Campground Map

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

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.6
112 reviews
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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 112 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 112 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 112 reviews

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“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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