You don't have to winterize your RV just because summer is over. The cooler months are still a great time for camping; there's more fun waiting to be discovered by you in your RV this fall and winter. Get your RV ready to enjoy these travel ideas in Michigan this year!
Fall color tours -- Michigan has 19 million acres of vibrant, color-changing trees to observe. October is the best time to coast down country roads and highways in your RV and to view the bold red, yellow and orange colors.
Harvest fun -- Pick fresh fruits and vegetables at Michigan's farms and orchards. Different farms offer a variety of fresh produce and activities for you and your family -- corn mazes, delicious cider and donuts, petting zoos and more!
Wine trails -- Travel down the scenic wine trails of Michigan to a winery or vineyard to sip sensational wines. There are over 50 wineries located in 13,500 acres of beautiful vineyards.
Hunting -- There are thousands of acres in Michigan to hunt deer, upland game birds, small game and waterfowl. Your RV's kitchen is ideal for cleaning, preparing and freezing the small game and fish you catch on your outdoor adventures.
Winter sports -- Michigan has more than 40 downhill ski resorts and over 6,204 miles of groomed snowmobiling trails -- making it the perfect place to enjoy winter sports. This season, try skiing, snowmobiling, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice-skating, and even dogsledding!
Winter festivals -- Fun and excitement can be found at the winter festivals throughout Michigan. You'll find festivals boasting ice carving and sculptures, snowman building contests, dogsledding, ice-skating and much more entertainment!
Play outside -- Bundle up and explore the outdoors! Fall is a great time to enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing and many other outdoor activities you may enjoy. Gather the family together for old-fashioned, snow-filled fun. Catch snowflakes on your tongue, build snowmen, make snow angels, and then return to the comfort of your RV for some hot cocoa.
The following MARVAC campgrounds are open year-round:
Michigan Campgrounds
Beaver Trail Campground, West Branch, www.beavertrailcampground.com
Chain O' Lakes Campground, Bellaire, www.chainolakescamp.com
Covenant Hills Camp, Otisville, www.covenanthills.org
Cran-Hill Ranch, Rodney, www.cranhillranch.com
Epoufette Bay Campground, Naubinway, www.upwideadventureguide.com
Frankenmuth Jellystone Park Camp Resort, Frankenmuth,
www.frankenmuthjellystone.com
Harbortown RV Resort, Monroe, www.harbortownrv.com
Holiday RV Campground, Grass Lake, www.holidayrvcampground.com
Indian Valley Campground and Canoe Livery, Middleville,
www.indianvalleycampgroundandcanoe.com
Kalkaska RV Park & Campground, Kalkaska, www.kalkaskacampground.com
Lake Chemung Outdoor Resort, Howell, (517) 546-6361
Lighthouse Village, Homer, www.lighthousevillage.com
Outdoor Adventures, Davison, www.outdooradventuresinc.com
River Ridge RV Resort, Stanwood, www.riverridgeresort.com
Saint Helen Campground, Saint Helen, www.richfieldtownship.org
Sno-Trac Village, Grayling, www.snotrac.com
Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort, Traverse City,
www.timberridgeresort.net
Vacation Trailer Park, Inc., Benzonia, www.vacationtrailer.com
Waldenwoods, Hartland, www.waldenwoods.com
Indiana Campgrounds
Circle B RV Park & Cabins, Angola, Indiana, www.circlebpark.com
Eby's Pines RV Park & Campground, Bristol, Indiana, www.ebyspines.com
Ontario Campgrounds
Our Ponderosa RV & Golf Resort, Forest, Ontario, www.ourponderosa.com
The Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC) is a statewide, non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging growth in the recreation vehicle and private campground industries while contributing to the quality of Michigan tourism. For more information, visit MARVAC's Web site, www.marvac.org or call 517.349.8881.
Source: Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC)
