Best campgrounds and RV Parks near Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI (71+ campgrounds)

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Best campgrounds near Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Northpointe Shores RV Resort

Michigan (18 miles away)

$$$$$

(34 sites)

+2

Wagon Wheel - Algonac State Park

Michigan (23 miles away)

$$$$$

(76 sites)

+7

Saint Clair RV Resort

Saint Clair, MI (33 miles away)

$$$$$

(150 sites)

+9

Proud Lake Recreation Area

Michigan (34 miles away)

$$$$$

(130 sites)

+8

Family - Pontiac Lake Recreational Area

Michigan (34 miles away)

$$$$$

(176 sites)

+8

Sun Outdoors Kensington Valley

Michigan (36 miles away)

$$$$$

(494 sites)

+6

Highland Recreation Area

Michigan (37 miles away)

$$$$$

(30 sites)

+4

Emmett KOA Holiday

Michigan (38 miles away)

$$$$$

(108 sites)

+8

Camp Dearborn

Milford Charter Township, MI (40 miles away)

Clearwater Campground

Michigan (40 miles away)

$$$$$

(114 sites)

+7

Detroit / Ann Arbor KOA Holiday

Ypsilanti, MI (40 miles away)

$$$$$

(207 sites)

+7

Port Huron KOA Resort

Michigan (41 miles away)

$$$$$

(306 sites)

+11

Most common amenities

Tables Toilets Grills Dump station Playground Showers Pet friendly Firewood Laundry Internet

Camping near Village of Grosse Pointe Shores

Village of Grosse Pointe Shores sits on the western shore of Lake St. Clair, just northeast of Detroit. The village itself is fully residential, so RV travellers base out of campgrounds along the Lake St. Clair shoreline or across the Detroit River in Windsor and Essex County, Ontario. The closest options cluster on the Canadian side of the border. Windsor Campground Inc is a full-service RV park near Windsor with pull-through sites and hookups. Rochester Place Resort lies east along Lake St. Clair in Lakeshore, Ontario, and offers waterfront sites with marina access. Wildwood Golf and RV Resort and Sun Retreats Amherstburg sit south of Windsor closer to Lake Erie, while Northpointe Shores RV Resort provides another lakeside base in the region. Travellers heading to Canadian campgrounds should plan for a border crossing at the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel or Ambassador Bridge, with passports and vehicle documentation required. Height restrictions apply at the tunnel, so most larger RVs use the bridge instead.

Things to do near Village of Grosse Pointe Shores

Lake St. Clair anchors the area for boating, paddling, and fishing. The lake holds a strong reputation for smallmouth bass, walleye, yellow perch, and muskie, and public launches sit within a short drive of most nearby campgrounds. Rochester Place Resort has its own marina for guests bringing boats. In Detroit, Belle Isle Park offers an island setting on the Detroit River with a conservatory, aquarium, and picnic areas. The Detroit Riverwalk runs along the waterfront with views across to Windsor. Families often pair a camping trip with a day at The Henry Ford in Dearborn or the Detroit Institute of Arts. On the Canadian side, Point Pelee National Park to the south is a well-known destination for birding and monarch butterfly migration.

When to camp near Village of Grosse Pointe Shores

spring
March - May
59° / 39°F 80 mm
Parks reopen in May; wet, variable weather
summer
June - August
82° / 63°F 85 mm
Peak season; weekends fill weeks ahead
fall
September - November
63° / 45°F 70 mm
Cool nights, fall colour, thinner crowds
winter
December - February
36° / 21°F 56 mm
Cold and snowy; area campgrounds closed

The camping season here runs roughly from May through October, matching the operating dates of most private parks in the region. Ontario Parks campgrounds in southwestern Ontario generally open in late April or May and close between September and mid-October, with exact dates varying by park. Michigan state parks near the Lake St. Clair shoreline, including Algonac to the north, operate on a similar seasonal schedule for their modern campgrounds. Late May through early October is the sweet spot for weather, with daytime highs typically in the mid-teens to high twenties Celsius. July and August are the busiest months and the warmest, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Bugs are heaviest in June near marshy areas along Lake St. Clair. September and early October bring cooler nights, fall colour, and thinner crowds. Winter is very cold with regular snow, and most private RV parks and provincial park campgrounds in the region are closed from November through March.

Top Hosts near Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Binbin27 trips - Joined Jul 2023

This was our very first time renting an RV, and I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the moment we booked, our host, Binbin, was incredibly kind, patient, and welcoming. Anytime I had a question—no matter how small—I could call or message him, and he was always quick to answer. He took the time to explain everything thoroughly and never made me feel like I was asking too many questions. By the time we left, I felt like an RV pro thanks to him! The RV itself was absolutely beautiful, spotless, and exceptionally well maintained. It was comfortable, spacious, and had everything my family needed for an amazing trip. You can tell Binbin truly takes pride in taking care of his RV and making sure his guests have a wonderful experience. This trip created memories we'll never forget, and a big part of that was because of how wonderful Binbin was as a host. I genuinely can't say enough good things about him. If you're considering renting an RV, I highly recommend this one. We will definitely be renting from Binbin again for our future trips. Thank you, Binbin, for making our first RV adventure so enjoyable, stress-free, and memorable!

Nancy H. - Jul 2026

Honest communication.....clean convenient rv

Sourav S. - Sep 2025

Class C in Rochester-Hills

2016 • 4.3 (6)

$180 USD /night

Class C in Rochester-Hills

2018 • 5.0 (3)

$200 USD /night

Julian Katty14 trips - Joined Jun 2025 - Superhost

Julian was an amazing host and exceeded all of our expectations! The RV was super modern and packed full of everything we needed. Would highly recommend renting this RV to anyone and will likely do it again next year.

Stacey W. - Sep 2026

Julian spent the time to go through every part of maintaining the RV; as well as, answer all the questions I had. Very responsive and the the RV is in great condition!

adam K. - Aug 2026

Julian's Mercedes-Benz 2023 delano Class C 25 ft

Class C in Southfield

2023 • 5.0 (12)

$325 USD /night

How to book a campsite near Village of Grosse Pointe Shores

Private parks such as Windsor Campground Inc, Rochester Place Resort, Wildwood Golf and RV Resort, Northpointe Shores RV Resort, and Sun Retreats Amherstburg take reservations directly through their own offices or websites. Popular summer weekends at these parks tend to fill two to three months ahead, so book early for July and August. For Ontario Parks campgrounds in southwestern Ontario, reservations open at 7:00 a.m. ET five months to the day before arrival through the Ontario Parks reservation system or by calling 1-888-ONT-PARK. Michigan state parks, including Algonac State Park to the north, use the Michigan DNR reservation system and accept bookings up to six months in advance. A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry to Michigan state parks.

What to expect

Expect a suburban and cross-border trip rather than a wilderness one. Roads around Grosse Pointe Shores and Windsor are flat and RV-friendly, but downtown Detroit traffic and the tunnel entrances near the border have height restrictions and should be avoided in larger rigs. The Ambassador Bridge in Detroit and the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron are the standard RV crossings. Campgrounds in the area lean toward full-service RV resorts with hookups, laundry, and Wi-Fi rather than rustic tent sites. Pets are welcome at most private parks and at Michigan and Ontario provincial park campgrounds when leashed. Travellers crossing the border should carry passports for every occupant, confirm firearm and cannabis rules in advance, and be prepared to declare food, alcohol, and firewood at customs. Buying firewood locally is encouraged in both jurisdictions to prevent the spread of invasive pests.

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