Algonac-Wagon Wheel Campground

4.30

67 reviews

Quick Facts

Price

$20 - $22/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

76 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

$20 - $22/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

76 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

Opens Michigan Department of Natural Resources site

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Algonac-Wagon Wheel Campground

$20.00 - $22.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Nightly campsite fee listed as $22 (with $20 noted for off-season).

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

(800) 447-2757

What Campers Say

4.30

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Based on 67 reviews

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"Visitors are generally very positive: frequent praise for ship/freighter watching, clean park grounds, friendly staff, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Reviews note two distinct camping experiences—riverfront for views and Wagon Wheel for shade and quiet."

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Fees & Passes at Algonac-Wagon Wheel Campground

$20 - $22/night

Campsite fees

Prices verified December 13, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official Michigan Department of Natural Resources website.

Best Time to Camp at Algonac-Wagon Wheel Campground

Summer weekends bring the park to life with activity, so plan ahead if you're visiting during peak season. Many campers return in autumn specifically for the spectacular fall foliage that frames both the river and the wooded loops in brilliant color. The park welcomes winter campers for those seeking a quiet cold-weather adventure, though it's worth confirming seasonal availability before your trip.

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 Algonac-Wagon Wheel Campground

Tucked away from the riverfront action, Wagon Wheel offers a peaceful woodland retreat within Algonac State Park. While the park's waterfront sites draw ship-watchers eager to see Great Lakes freighters glide past, this shaded inland loop provides a quieter escape beneath the forest canopy, away from the busy roadway.

Modern (full-facilities) campground with two distinct camping experiences: open riverfront loops and the more isolated, wooded Wagon Wheel loop inland.

Weather and SeasonsSummer weekends bring the park to life with activity, so plan ahead if you're visiting during peak season. Many campers return in autumn specifically for the spectacular fall foliage that frames both the river and the wooded loops in brilliant color. The park welcomes winter campers for those seeking a quiet cold-weather adventure, though it's worth confirming seasonal availability before your trip.

Natural Features and SceneryAlgonac State Park showcases two distinct camping experiences along the St. Clair River. The open riverfront loop delivers sweeping big-sky views where you can watch massive shipping vessels navigate the international waterway, while the secluded Wagon Wheel loop immerses you in mixed hardwood forest. Expect river bluffs, grassy clearings dotted among the trees, and the unique thrill of witnessing ocean-going freighters pass surprisingly close to shore—a sight that delights both maritime enthusiasts and curious families alike.

Geological RegionSt. Clair River corridor / riverfront

Campsite details

Total Campsites76 campsites

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Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive are not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsMiDNRReservations.com (MIDNRReservations.com)

Amenities available

Showers

Dump station

Flush toilets

Vault toilets

Electricity hookups

Activities you can enjoy

Popular for ship/freighter watching from the St. Clair River, with bike paths, shoreline fishing, walking/hiking and a small riverside beach/grass area. The park offers both open riverfront recreation and quieter, wooded camping in the Wagon Wheel loop.

Hiking

Walking and nature trails within the park and shoreline walks along the river are commonly used by campers.

Fishing

Shoreline and river fishing on the St. Clair River are frequent activities mentioned by visitors.

Swimming

There is a small, unofficial riverside beach/grass area across the road from the main campground; the river is posted as not technically safe for swimming and swimming is discouraged.

Biking

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed

Hazards

General hazardsMosquitoes can be a notable issue in the wooded Wagon Wheel loop. Gunfire noise from an on-site shooting/target range is audible in parts of the park. Beach and water areas have posted Great Lakes beach safety warnings and swimming is posted as not technically safe in some river areas. Occasional power outages during windstorms have been reported.

Weather at Algonac-Wagon Wheel Campground

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Humidity: 60%

Wind: 13.4 mph

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Common complaintsWagon Wheel sites are smaller and can be mosquito-prone; limited kid-focused amenities beyond a playground; some sites/tight pads can be cramped for longer RVs; busy and crowded on peak weekends; variability in condition of older bathhouse.

Campground Map

Algonac-Wagon Wheel Campground

Nearby places

Algonac

Marine City (distances not provided)

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.3

67 reviews

Satisfactory

Algonac-Wagon Wheel Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitors are generally very positive: frequent praise for ship/freighter watching, clean park grounds, friendly staff, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Reviews note two distinct camping experiences—riverfront for views and Wagon Wheel for shade and quiet.

Review Summaries

Based on 67 reviews

What Campers Love

Excellent ship and freighter watching from riverfront sites; well-maintained grassy, level sites; friendly and helpful park staff; a very clean newer bathhouse noted by several reviewers.

Based on 67 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Choose riverfront sites for views and ship watching or Wagon Wheel for shade and quieter camping; bring strong insect repellent for Wagon Wheel; arrive early on busy weekends; bring supplies and...

Based on 67 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Great place to watch ships while camping."; "One of my favorite campgrounds. Love river watching."; "Not much for children other than walks to the river or in trails."; "A 40' site is very tight for...

Based on 67 reviews