At The Gate/Office:
Wood
Ice
Newss
Internet Hotspot
Local Events
Weather Reports
At The Site:
Fire Pits
At Lincoln Lake:
Fishing for bluegill, pike and pan fish
Small boat launch
Scenic paved path for walking, jogging, biking or rollerblading.
80 acres of mature trees
Plenty of shade
Open May 1 -October 15
Full Hook Up: 30 Amp
30 amp electric with water and sewer
Daily $30.00 per night
Weekly $156.00 per 6 consecutive nights Pre 4th of July and Post Labor Day
Monthly $700.00 per month
Full Hook Up: 50 amp
50 amp electric with water and sewer
Daily $32.00 per night
Weekly $168.00 per 6 consecutive nights Pre 4th of July and Post Labor Day
Monthly $760.00
Electric and Water Only
20, 30,and 50 amp
Daily $28/ night
Electric Only
One car and one Tent
20 or 30 amp shared water
Daily $27 / night
Rustic/Non-Hookup
Daily $24 / night
No generators, shared water
Two week maximum
Call for Seasonal Rates and Availability
(231) 845-1522.
Off Season Rates
There will be a discount of 10% for Monthly stays (30 consecutive nights) and a weekly rate of $156.00 for 6 consecutive nights on a 30 amp Full Hookup and $168.00 for 6 consecutive nights on 50 amp Full Hookup sites, Pre 4th of July and Post Labor Day
RESERVATIONS:
A one night, non-refundable deposit required to hold reservation.
Holiday weekends require full payment at the time of reservation.
REFUNDS:
There are no refunds given for any reason.
General reservations accepted beginning on February 1 for the current camping season.
Reservations recommended, but not required.
Cartier Park Campground is owned and operated by the City of Ludington and therefore under the jurisdiction of city ordinances. By City ordinance, abuse of these rules may lead to eviction, prosecution, or other recourse as allowed by law. NO REFUNDS are given as a result of enforcement of park rules. NO REFUNDS are given any reason.
CHECK IN / CHECK OUT: Check-in is 2:00pm or after. Check-out is at 11:00am. Prior approval from the park manager is required to check-in early, check-out late or move from one campsite to another. Additional fees may apply for these situations.
OCCUPANCY: Full hook-up, water & electric, and rustic sites are subject to the rule of three objects per site. Electric only sites are subject to the rule of two objects per site, no exceptions. The rule of three could include two tents and one car, OR one tent, one RV, and one car, OR one car, one RV and one boat. No more than six people per campsite or immediate household members including parents and children under the age of 18. Additional vehicles, sleeping cilities, or campers identified on campsites will be asked to rent a second site.
GUESTS: Park cilities are for registered guests only. All guests, guest parking, or additional overflow parking must be registered at the office. Guests must leave the property by 10:00pm.
RV/MOTORHOME/CAMPER/POP-UP: Parallel parking only! Widest part of your camper must be at least three feet from the lot line to ensure a total of six feet of separation between campers on adjacent lots. Use of one electrical outlet, one water hook-up, and one sewer hook-up is included with lot rental. Use of additional outlets is not permitted.
TENTS: Tent(s) and equipment must be contained within your campsite. Tents or equipment on other campsite areas will be asked to move, OR, if the campsite is not reserved, camper may be allowed to pay for the additional site. A shared water source is available in locations throughout the tent and electrical campsite areas. Please collect water to take to your site for dishwashing, as DISHWASHING is NOT allowed in the bathrooms.
NOISE: Quiet hours are 10:00pm until 7:30am. Noise levels must be controlled at all times and should not be audible beyond 10 feet of your campsite.
PETS: Pets are allowed in the park, but must be under the direct supervision of an adult at ALL TIMES. They must be kept on a leash not exceeding six feet in length and all pet waste must be cleaned up, bagged, and disposed of in the waste receptacles immediately by owners. Pets are not allowed inside of buildings, including the bathrooms. Aggressive animals are NOT ALLOWED for the safety of the other campers and their pets.
CHILDREN: Children must be under the direct supervision of a parent or responsible adult over 18 years of age at all times. Children playing should be restricted to their own campsites or the playground area. Play in or near the street, water, or other campsites and cars are dangerous and could cause injury to both the child and other campers property. Parents will be held responsible for injury and damage caused by their children.
GARBAGE: Garbage and animal waste should be bagged and disposed of in waste receptacles. Campsites should remain clean throughout your stay. It is your responsibility to remove all materials from your site upon your leaving the campground. Dont forget: Trash attracts wildlife!
FISH CLEANING is not allowed in the park for any reason! Fish cleaning stations are available at the Loomis Street Boat Ramp or Copeyon Park.
FIREWORKS, FIREARMS: Fireworks and Firearms are STRICKLY FORBIDDEN! Violators will be immediately evicted.
FIRES and FIREWOOD: Firewood is available for purchase at the campground office. No firewood may be brought in to the campground due to the Emerald Ash Borer infestation. Trenching, foraging wood, or cutting down trees in the park or on the walking trail is prohibited. A fire ring is provided on each campsite. All fires must be completely contained and extinguished prior to leaving the campsite.
ALCOHOL: Possession or consumption of alcohol is NOT allowed, as per City Ordinance, on the Weekends of GUS MACKER from 12PM on June 17 to 12PM on June 19, 12PM on July 3 to 12PM on July 5 for the 4th of July , and 12PM Sept 2 to 12PM Sept 5 for LABOR DAY. Violators will be evicted. Responsible use of alcohol is permitted outside of the aforementioned weekends. Intoxication, drunken or disorderly conduct will not be tolerated at any time. Use of any controlled substance within the campground will result in eviction.
TRAFFIC: Traffic within the campground shall not exceed the speed limits at posted.
OFFICE: The campground office will have posted hours for peak season (Memorial Day-Labor Day) and off season (May and September). Please call for more details.
Generators: Absolutely no Generators are to be used in our Park. If found using one you will have to leave our park with no refund. Thank You
Ludington has a livable, four season climate and clean, abundant water. Open access to the waterways, rivers and forests make the region a unique year-round destination. Home to one of Michigans most spectacular state parks, the changing seasons provide the rich, natural experience indicative of Great Lakes communities.
Recreational and business opportunities abound whether it is winter, spring, summer, or ll. Winter temperatures range from an average high of 29.0 F and low of 15.6 F, while the summer temperatures range from an average high of 81.4 F and low of 57.4 F. Ludingtons comfort index of 50 based on humidity during the summer season is higher than the national average of 44.
Cartier Park Campground - Location, Location, Location
Carferry - 1.3 miles
Lake Michigan Beaches - 1 mile
Downtown Ludington - 1.5 miles
Ludington State Park - 4 miles
Lake Michigan Public Boat Launch - 1.1 miles
Hamlin Lake Boat Launches - 2 miles
Lincoln Lake Small Boat Launch - On-site
In addition to the opportunities available at Cartier Park, youre just minutes from many more activities and points of interest:
Miles of hiking trails in the Ludington State Park
Lake Michigans sugar sand beaches and dunes
Historic White Pine Village
Canoe the Pere Marquette River
Weekly band concerts in neighboring villages
Local antique and craft shops
Hand pick sweet Michigan fruits & vegetables
Visit the Events Page or for a calendar of Ludington area events.
1254 N. Lakeshore Drive
Ludington, MI 49431
Phone: (231) 845-1522
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Park Managers: Jill & Russell Soper
Cartier Park is owned and operated by the City of Ludington.
OFF SEASON
Inquiries should be sent to
400 S. Harrison
Ludington MI 49431
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