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Big Rigs, RVs, Fifth Wheels, Pop-Up Trailers and Tents are welcomed to escape to Traverse City’s wooded retreat! With Cabin Rentals, wireless internet (please request this when making a reservation), spacious and shady sites, heated pool, a variety of activities, camp store and goodie shop, and clean bath houses, Timber Ridge has all of the bases covered.
Located 8 miles from Traverse City. From M 37 & US 31, take Beitner Rd., which turns into Keystone Rd., turn right on Hammond Rd. which dead ends at Timber Ridge, about 5 miles. From US 31 & M 72, turn left on 5 Mile Rd., stay on until dead end, approx. 3 miles, turn left on Hammond Rd. which dead ends at Timber Ridge.
Reserved what they deemed a Premium Site. Extremely unlevel, we never got our camper level. Sewer was higher than site. Made draining almost impossible. Checking in the staff made you feel like you were an inconvenience to them. Very scattered. Advised staff 3 days in a row ( Wed/Thurs/Friday) that the dog run had no bags for cleaning up. We left on the 4th day and still no bags. Only good thing was the amenities for the kids. Location was great to Town and Traverse Bay
The owner and his wife are amazing. My dad's truck/boat was stuck in the sand and they did everything they could to help us so we could enjoy our vacation. Such kind people. The resort is a perfect place for kids. We will be back next month because we enjoyed it so much.
This is our 5th Autumn week at Timber Ridge and as always the cabin was clean and well stocked with dishes and everything necessary. The staff is excellent and helpful in every way. There is so much to do even with the waterfront closed for the season. The Grandchildren all had a wonderful time. Already planning on our next trip next October!
Let me start out by saying we came here from another campground that we were at for a week.
It was so beautiful, quiet and private.
It was a campground JUST like this one.
Tons of amenities and VERY popular.
So to my surprise, here I am sitting at my fire @ 10PM and there’s a fricken RAVE going on not even a football field from our campsite.
I have small children who are trying to sleep.
In a tent no less!
I have never been to a campground that would allow something like this, this late.
Granted, yeah quiet time is @ 11PM here but still, this is TOO much! An experience like no other, in my entirety of camping.
On the other hand, I want to add that during the day…the amenities are fun for the kids. The prices are decent.
The staff is wonderful. The facilities, thus far….are clean. Not a fan of how open the campsites are, but they aren’t horrible.
Also, the way people drive down these roads is appalling, watch your children closely! People don’t stop!
I unfortunately will not be returning.
This just isn’t my style of camping.
Camping is supposed to be relaxing come night time, peaceful. People are usually respectful everywhere we camp.
I’m giving 3 stars due to my experience.
If you’re into it, this spot is for you!
Nice park, but the staff is a bummer. They are often obviously bitter while working around the park. Just a grumpy maintenance crew in a place that's supposed to be fun; kinda kills the vibe. Roadways can get very icy in the winter. We stayed for a long term winter rental, and they refused to give our security deposit back because "the refrigerator and microwave were dirty and gross" they weren't, I deep cleaned the whole cabin before we left. There might have been a few debris in the fridge. Not to mention I cleaned a bunch of surface mold off the wall behind the couch, and on the window sills and such, which we mentioned to them, but they still refused to give our security deposit back. The heating/cooling is electric mini-splits installed near the ceiling. The loft was always extremely hot, and the living room and floor was very cold. It was very difficult to regulate. Slippers are most definitely preferred for a winter stay, and they did warn us of this. The heat was very expensive to run, over $200/month. The propane for the stove went out for 2 weeks or so, thankfully we had my instantpot so we could still cook. They are dog friendly as long as you clean up after your pet, and have lots of space to walk the dogs. Gorgeous property. Lots of amenities, great for kids, if you don't mind the staff.
