Two Michigan Glamping Getaways Are Gaining National Attention

I’m going to be honest… I love the idea of camping, but not so much the execution. What’s not to love? The fresh air, the starry skies, the crackle and smoky scent of a bonfire. But when it comes to sleeping face to face with bugs and mystery noises in the woods? That’s a hard pass.

That’s where glamping comes in. Michigan’s got the great outdoors down to a science, and now we’re mastering how to enjoy it comfortably for those of us who aren’t looking for a full on adventure. So comfortably, that two Michigan glamping destinations just landed on USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards list for Best Glamping Spot in the Nation.

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First up is Beaver Island Retreat, tucked away on the remote (and gorgeous) Beaver Island in Lake Michigan.

This spot feels like you’re on safari—if your safari tent had a queen memory foam mattress, bamboo sheets, custom furniture, and a private porch.

Add in 24-hour kitchen access, fancy private bathhouses, and a pavilion bar that makes it hard to believe you’re camping at all. Prefer to dine out instead of roughing it? The island’s restaurants are just a short distance away.

Then there’s Glamp Michigan in Benzonia which is nestled on 13 private acres of gorgeous forest.

This one takes it to the next level with luxe geodesic domes, each featuring a full kitchen and stunning forest views from big picture windows. They also have an on-site sauna and cold plunge, so you can really relax and unwind.

Both spots prove you can enjoy Michigan’s natural beauty without sacrificing hot water, good sheets, or a functioning espresso machine. Sound like your kind of getaway?

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If you love either of these locations (or just want to keep the prize in Michigan) go cast your vote and show the nation how Michigan does glamping right