Independence Day (4th of July)

Independence Day (the 4th of July weekend) is one of the busiest times in Mackinaw and at Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping. You will want to book your site as far in advance as possible for the best site selection.

Independence Day at the Campground

Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping is a popular location to view the 4th of July fireworks from Mackinaw City, Mackinac Island, and St. Ignace (northern side of the bridge) simultaneously. With a superior view of Mackinac Island (the park is almost directly across the lake from the Grand Hotel), thousands of campers line the lakeshore for this festive tradition. Campers wanting the "up close" July 4 fireworks experience make the 2 mile drive into Mackinaw City. Expect the campground to be full, which is great for "people watching" and for the kids, who will have lots of opportunities to make summer friends. The lake is usually warm and the sandy beach is a popular spot.

Note: Campers seeking a solitary experience in nature may want to visit us before mid June or after the third week in August (excepting Labor Day Weekend).

My family and I stayed from July 17 through July 20, 2014. What an EXCELLENT experience!

This was the first camping trip we took with full hook ups with the new 26ft travel trailer. Our site was pretty nice. We did not plan well and booked in May. This still left us with many options. Your staff was very patient and helpful in working with us to select a good site. It was a bit narrow, but we knew that going in. Your staff provided dimensions of all sites available so we could pick a proper site. We were on the outside of loop 2.

Your amenities were great. We used the beach, playground, and biked the campground a lot. The camp store had good selections, too. We especially liked the option to purchase ferry tickets at the store. The ferry shuttle was incredibly convenient.

And those bathroom facilities. WOW!!!!!
One person in our group used the bathroom at 10pm at night. And you had staff cleaning it. (Who does that?) I have never been to a campground with SUCH CLEAN BATHROOM FACILITIES.
The showers were also immaculate. White shower curtains with no mildew. Again, who does that?!?!?!
The mood music was a nice touch.

Your patience in our later arrival was much appreciated. And as one of our neighboring campers put it: backing your camper in at 10pm in the dark is like a spectator sport. But they also were very helpful.

Kudos on your grounds. The area between the camp road and lake was such a great public space. We got in a little nap time while watching boats go by and knitting. It was a beautiful setting.

We didn't partake in the hay wagon or fire engine rides, but that was also activity for kids.

Thanks again for such great hospitality!

The Wendt & Mele Families - Linden, MI; Norwich, NY; & Dorset, VT Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping September 26, 2014

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