Winding River Campground

Winding River Campground Winding River Campground (est. 2023): New campground on 1900ft. Majestic river-centric campground nestled on 11 acres of land overlooking the Betsie River.

of Betsie River frontage in Northern MI.
7 Mins from Frankfort and Lake Michigan
5 Mins from Downtown Beulah and Crystal Lake
15 Mins from Crystal Mountain We are right off of US-31 before downtown Beulah. We are known as a fishing destination and many locals have said our 1900ft. of frontage on the Betsie has the best fishing holes of any stretch from Homestead Dam to Grace Road. We have over 100

+ camping sites with approx. 75 sites available for daily, weekly, and monthly rentals with a variety of stay options that meet your needs including RV rentals, tenting and car camping sites, river sites, highland sites close to the pool and camper amenities, glamping options, two cabin rentals, and one A-frame rental. Weekly and monthly activities include live music, food trucks, fishing lessons, tap takeovers, electric bikes, kayak rentals, hay rides, farm animals, crocket/horseshoe/bags tournaments, and more. Make your next Northern Michigan visit at Winding River Campground! For seasonal rates please call our main office and our staff can provide you with information: https://www.windingrivermi.com/

We are one WEEK out from our 3rd Annual Kickoff to Summer Camping Party! See our flyer below for event details!Saturday ...
05/16/2026

We are one WEEK out from our 3rd Annual Kickoff to Summer Camping Party!

See our flyer below for event details!

Saturday May 23 12-4pm

Lots of Kids activities!

We will have a drawing for gift baskets, good food and best COSTUME!

This should make you feel FOMO if you haven't booked a site with us! Sitting at home is boring!

Come camp with us on the Betsie!

New Sneak Peak merch drop! Stop in the store on your next visit and scoop one up! Tagging our vendor partners if you wan...
05/15/2026

New Sneak Peak merch drop! Stop in the store on your next visit and scoop one up!

Tagging our vendor partners if you want to customize your own hats too with them!

Great fit, great quality.

Trust us you will look and feel Gooooood!!!!

Escape to the magical Betsie River this Memorial Weekend! Book 2 nights and get 1 night FREE! Stay in our cozy yurts, lu...
05/12/2026

Escape to the magical Betsie River this Memorial Weekend!

Book 2 nights and get 1 night FREE!

Stay in our cozy yurts, luxury glamping pods, or standard or premium RV rentals and make unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Spots are filling fast—reserve your holiday getaway today and enjoy camping comfort like never before!

Here is what you need to DO:

Call the Office between 9-2pm through 5/16 and one of our wonderful hosts can help answer questions and ensure you take advantage of this incentive! or:

BOOK Online at www.windingrivermi.com and we will credit you one night upon arrival!

Come Camp with us on the Betsie!

04/30/2026

We hit 2k followers on Facebook.

Grateful for you all and the motivation it gives us to share the wild beauty of Winding River Campground along the Betsie River in Northern Michigan.

From crackling campfires, to fish jumping to misty mornings on the river, your stories and trust in us as a relaxing and enjoyable camping destination fuels our spirit. Here’s to bobbers down, kids playing in the pool, live music, and many more outdoor adventures together. Thank you!

04/23/2026

Flood Update:

Water at a foot to foot in a half in most places still.

Big craters on site 12 and 13

Water is clearer and visibility is improving for those anglers.

Watch till end. We found an unusual piece of wood in a peculiar spot.

Happy Earth Day.

Life is beautiful. Appreciate your comments and concern.

Dreaming of summer here at WRC.If you haven’t booked your site yet for this upcoming camping season now is the time! Any...
04/21/2026

Dreaming of summer here at WRC.

If you haven’t booked your site yet for this upcoming camping season now is the time!

Anyone who books between today 4/21 and the end of the month get a free WRC sticker at check in!

Have a great day and come camp with us on the Betsie!

04/18/2026

Flooding update at the campground:

Water levels are receding

Watch till end to see a an incredible surprise.



Our facilities guy Rob on the hot MIC!

04/17/2026

Flooding Update:

Water has come down about 12 inches from peak.

You can see bushes by site posts now.

Site 24 still fully submerged

Electrical boxes and propane tank visible.

Thanks for continued support.

Eager to have water levels back to normal to assess site damage.

01/17/2026

Come Stay at our Cozy Chalet this winter!

Check out this 5 star review from a guest who stayed on NEW Years this year! We would welcome the opportunity to provide you with a winter wonderland experience!

Link in BIO to BOOK your stay either direct with us or on Airbnb!

Address

2080 Benzie Highway
Benzonia, MI
49616

Telephone

+12318825101

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