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Campgrounds near Grand Rapids, Michigan
An East-Side Michigan Camping Weekend From Grand Rapids
Walnut Hills Family Campground is about 97 miles east of Grand Rapids, in Durand on the Shiawassee River. It’s a change of scenery from the lakeshore crowds, with a water park, river trips and 201 grassy sites.
97 milesfrom Grand Rapids
A little under two hourstypical drive
201 siteson 42 acres
Riverfronton the Shiawassee
Why Grand Rapids families camp at Walnut Hills
Grand Rapids families come east for a weekend that’s easy to plan: everything is in one place, from the Wibit water park and the beach to river tubing, sports courts and themed events.
Every site has a fire pit and picnic table, check-in is no-wait so you drive straight to your site, and the camp store has firewood, ice, groceries and scooped ice cream. See the full list of amenities and activities.
What’s waiting for you
Shiawassee River trips
Kayak, canoe and tubing trips on the river that runs along the campground, plus fishing and a boat launch.
Sites, cabins and RVs
201 grassy sites with fire pits and picnic tables, 50/30 amp full-hookup and waterfront sites, and camping cabins to rent.
Wibit water park
An inflatable water park on our swimming beach, open Tuesday through Sunday, and free for campers Tuesday through Thursday. Day visitors are welcome too.
Weekends bring themed events for kids and families, from Christmas in July and beach parties to haunted trail weekends in the fall. See this season’s campground events calendar.
Seasonal sites for Grand Rapids-area campers
Seasonal sites at Walnut Hills keep your camper set up all summer, so the drive is the only work of the weekend.
Make a weekend of it
Pair a few days at the campground with a stop in or near Grand Rapids:
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
- The Grand Rapids Public Museum
- Stop in Lansing on the way for a meal
Then come back to the river for a sunset float and a campfire.
Questions from Grand Rapids campers
How far is Walnut Hills from Grand Rapids?
About 97 miles, or a little under two hours. Take I-96 east toward Lansing, then I-69 east toward Durand. Plan on a little under two hours.
How long is the drive from Grand Rapids?
About 97 miles, a little under two hours via I-96 and I-69.
Do you have seasonal campsites?
Yes. Walnut Hills offers seasonal RV sites for the full camping season. See seasonal site availability and the site map.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on a leash, can run off leash in our fenced dog park, and can swim in the river (not the swim lake or beach). Check the campground map and rules for the current pet policy before you come.
Plan your stay
Walnut Hills Family Campground, 7685 Lehring Road, Durand, Michigan. Call (989) 634-9782 or book online. Rates and site types are on our rates page.
Serving families from across mid-Michigan
Walnut Hills Family Campground · 7685 Lehring Road, Durand, MI 48429 · (989) 634-9782 · GPS 42.840426, -84.008742
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