[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # camping on private property, feet from river, peaceful setting, lots of nature Campground in Petoskey ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91240700/91240642/cf7bae33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91240700/91240642/edf3644a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91240700/91240642/2134b135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91240700/91240642/86b875a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91240700/91240642/a051c7a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled along the serene Bear River, Whispering Pines Campground is a tranquil retreat. With campsites like Whispering Pines and Rabbit Run perfect for tents or small campers, and Little Bear Bend ideal for large campers or tents, each site offers grills, fire rings, picnic tables. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### camping on private property, feet from river, peaceful setting, lots of nature 5 minutes to downtown Petoskey and Lake Michigan . great food and shopping. situated on bear river, must be self contained, includes garbage removal, has a shared shower house with full amenities, no power or sewage hook up in camping area. canoe kayak and paddle board rentals a few minutes away- or bring your own. 5 campsites available,Whispering pines : tent or small camper- Rabbit Run: tent or small camper, Little Bear Bend large camper or tents, Fern Gully, Rivers Edge.these are very spacious lots . Grills ,fire rings and picnic tables at each site. Available May-October.water available at barn, see your host also port o john on perfect for small campers or tents ## Property amenities ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Things to do - Kayak ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117040000/117037400/117037365/0d3145c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adorable little campground in Petoskey with river nature views Petoskey - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=117037365&PinnedHotelID=117037365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35900000/35898900/35898890/10fb0033.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### very private,adorable rustic cabin -out house , full shower house off barn Petoskey - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Petoskey is home to this campground. Little Traverse History Museum and Great Lakes Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boyne Mountain and Mackinaw Trail Winery. 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