Waterloo Green Lake Campground
Open — Open year-round for camping. Reservations can be made by calling 734-475-8307 or online. Self-registration is available. A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for entry.
Special Weather Statement issued January 19 at 6:44AM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
WEATHER... * An arctic front sweeping through the area will produce moderate to briefly heavy snow showers this morning reducing visibility to under a mile and producing a quick coating of snow on untreated roadways. * West winds around 10 mph gusting to 30 mph will result in localized blowing snow during the morning commute. * Widely varying snowfall is expected. Snow accumulations of up to a half inch are expected in areas impacted between 630 am and 830 am EST. * Air temperatures will remain steady around 17 degrees. IMPACTS... * Blowing snow will result in rapid reductions of visibility to less than one mile. * The West winds may lead to drifting of snow on North to South orientated roadways particularly in locations with open exposure.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 3:58AM EST until January 20 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting 40 to 45 MPH. Wind chills tonight and Tuesday Morning 5 to 15 degrees below zero. * WHERE...All of southeast Michigan. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.
About
Waterloo Green Lake Rustic Campground is a 25-site rustic campground nestled along the southern shore of Green Lake in Waterloo State Recreation Area, the largest state park in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The campground offers a peaceful, wooded setting with grassy campsites, each equipped with a fire pit and picnic table. While rustic in nature, the facility provides essential amenities including vault toilets, hand-pumped water, trash collection, and an accessible boat launch for easy lake access. The campground serves as an excellent base for outdoor recreation, positioned near the DTE Energy Foundation Trail, the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, and the Border-to-Border Trail. Mountain bikers will find extensive trail systems nearby, while hikers can explore miles of interconnected paths through diverse terrain. Green Lake offers fishing opportunities for bass, panfish, and pike, and paddling is popular on the lake's calm waters. The campground also features a yurt available for year-round rental, providing a heated alternative to tent camping. Campers should note that while the campground feels secluded, some road noise from nearby M-52 may be audible. Sites 8 and 20 are known to offer the best privacy. The campground operates on a self-registration system and is accessible via a short drive off M-52. A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for entry, and campers are limited to a maximum stay of 15 days.
Directions
Located off M-52 near Chelsea, Michigan. The campground is accessible via Bush Road and Green Lake Road within Waterloo State Recreation Area.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Waterloo Sugarloaf Lake Campground 3.0mi
- Pinckney Bruin Lake Campground 4.2mi
- Pinckney Blind Lake Campground 4.2mi
- Waterloo Pines Campground 5.7mi
- Pinckney Crooked Lake Campground 6.1mi
- Waterloo Portage Lake Campground 9.0mi
- Brighton Horseman's Campground 14mi
- Brighton State Park Bishop Lake Campground 15mi
- Brighton Appleton Campground 15mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $13 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (734) 475-8307 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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