Bringing your pet along on your camping adventure isn't just fun—it's beneficial for both of you! Exploring the great outdoors together strengthens your bond, provides fun exercise, and reduces stress. Plus, you won't have to worry about pet sitters or other fees of leaving your pets at home when you’re off on a camping trip to Michigan. At Leelanau Pines, we welcome your four-legged family members with open arms!

Pet-Friendly Cabin Option

Looking for a dog friendly cabin in Michigan? You're in luck! We’d love to host you and your furry friends with our pet-friendly cabin:

White Pine Cabin: Spacious and barrier-free, this cabin sleeps up to 8 with two private bedrooms, a loft, and sleeper sofa. Includes a full kitchen, bathroom, AC/heat, and outdoor space with a porch, fire ring, and picnic table. Perfect for pet friendly cabins in Upper Michigan!

All cabins feature AC/heating, cable TV, and outdoor spaces with picnic tables, porch, fire rings, and charcoal grills. Remember to bring your own linens, towels, and personal items. Our Michigan pet friendly cabins allow for a simple and comfortable camping experience that you AND your pet won’t forget!

Pet-Friendly RV Sites

Every RV site at Leelanau Pines is pet-friendly, offering various options to suit your needs:

Lakefront Standard RV: Lakeside camping, featuring shared water hookups, a picnic table, and fire ring. Enjoy the best pet friendly RV park in Michigan!
Premium Back-In RV: Experience comfortable back-in sites with sewer/water hook-ups. Perfect for pet friendly camping in Michigan.
Lakefront Basic RV: Scenic back-in sites along Lake Leelanau with a picnic table, and fire ring. Perfect for dog friendly camping in Michigan!
Deluxe Back-In RV: Enjoy convenient back-in sites with sewer and shared water hookups, picnic table, and fire ring.
Standard Back-In RV: Enjoy easy back-in sites with shared water hookups, picnic table, and fire ring. Great for pet friendly camping in Northern Michigan!

Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and access to many of our attractions. These sites allow easy outside access for your pets, which makes it simple to bring them along with you for all your camping adventures!

On-Site Activities for Pets

Your Michigan camping getaway may be geared towards your family, but who says your furry friends won't love it to?! Your pets will love our dedicated amenities including our beautiful nature trails perfect for leashed walks and discovering the scenic outdoors. And so much more such as our fishing pond - relax by the pond with your pet as you enjoy a peaceful fishing experience.

Nearby Pet-Friendly Attractions

Even though our Michigan campground has everything you need to have a great experience camping with your furry friends, the surrounding area is also filled with fun activities, sites, hikes, and places to visit ensuring an experience filled camping trip with your pets! To start off, Sleeping Bear Dunes is right around the corner from our Camp-Resort. Enjoy one of northern Michigan’s most breathtaking natural wonders, perfect for a scenic hike with your leashed pet! Also for an unique experience in the area, venture over to Traverse City, home of the National Cherry Festival, offers great dining, beaches, and plenty of fun activities for a perfect day out with your pet. Finally, you can stop by at Empire, offering stunning beaches and scenic trails, perfect for outdoor fun and relaxation with your dog. No matter where you go or what you do, Leelanau Pines offers the perfect dog friendly camping in Michigan!

Cost Benefits of Bringing Your Pet Camping

Let’s face it—boarding your pet or hiring a pet sitter can seriously eat into your vacation budget. But when you bring your furry family member along for the adventure, you’re not only making memories—you’re also saving money! Pet friendly camping in Michigan helps your wallet by ensuring no expensive boarding fees. With a pet-friendly cabin or RV site, the money spent to keep them somewhere else stays in your wallet! Also, it allows for no pet-sitting stress, saves money, and avoids the guilt of leaving your pup behind by skipping the sitter altogether. Plus at Leelanau Pines, we’ve got dog-friendly amenities like our nature trails built-in, meaning you don’t have to spend extra on outings or pet activities. Camping with your pet gives you all the joy of traveling together—without the extra cost. More treats for them, more ice cream for you. It’s a win-win!

Pup-Approved Packing List

When camping with your pet, it can be easy to forget to pack some of their necessities. Here’s a checklist to make sure your pet has everything they need for a tail-wagging good time:

Favorite toys for comfort (and distraction!)
Crate (necessary if cabin camping!)
Leash, collar, and ID tags
Portable bed or blanket for cozy sleeps
Treats and travel food bowls
Plenty of water & a spill-proof bowl
Pet-safe bug spray
Waste bags (because you're a responsible camper!)
Harness for hikes or adventures
Towels for muddy paws or a lake dip
Vaccination records (just in case!)

Bonus tip: Freeze a few treats or use a snuffle mat to keep your pup entertained during downtime.

Don't wait—book your stay at Leelanau Pines today and experience the best in dog friendly campgrounds in Michigan. Your pet-friendly adventure awaits!