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Campgrounds near Owosso, Michigan
A Family Campground Near Owosso, Right Here in Shiawassee County
Walnut Hills Family Campground is about 17 miles from Owosso, on the same Shiawassee River that runs through town. It’s the closest full-amenity family campground for a lot of Owosso families.
17 milesfrom Owosso
About 30 minutestypical drive
201 siteson 42 acres
Riverfronton the Shiawassee
Why Owosso families camp at Walnut Hills
Owosso families use Walnut Hills as their backyard getaway: a quick drive, a river they already know, and a weekend full of events for the kids. The Wibit water park is also open to day visitors, so you can come out for an afternoon.
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 Owosso-area campers
A seasonal site about 30 minutes from Owosso means your camper is always ready. Plenty of local families keep a site all summer and come out whenever they want.
Make a weekend of it
Pair a few days at the campground with a stop in or near Owosso:
- The Steam Railroading Institute, home of the Pere Marquette 1225
- Curwood Castle along the river
- Downtown Owosso’s shops and restaurants
Then come back to the river for a sunset float and a campfire.
Questions from Owosso campers
How far is Walnut Hills from Owosso?
About 17 miles, or about 30 minutes. Walnut Hills is in Shiawassee County too, about 30 minutes from downtown Owosso.
Can Owosso families visit for the day?
Yes. The Wibit water park is open to campers and non-campers Thursday through Sunday and on holiday Mondays.
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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