Lakeside leisure and forest trails await campers heading to Howell.
Howell is a launchpad for exploring some of central Michigan's best camping in the most inviting natural landscapes. Seven Lakes State Park is just 40 minutes away and offers rolling hills and crystal-clear waters for exploration. Stay a few days at its modern campgrounds with electric hookups for RVs and tent camping areas next to several interconnected lakes. Don’t miss out on hiking and biking on scenic trails that traverse through the park's diverse habitats. Sleepy Hollow State Park provides a shadier retreat in lush forests full of wildlife, horseback riding, and paddling. Head to state park campgrounds by Lake Ovid that have both RV and tent sites with modern restrooms, picnic areas, and a camp store, or book cabin rentals available. Island Lake Recreation Area is less than 20 minutes away and boasts a unique blend of open meadows and wooded terrain. Ride along biking trails, hang at the sandy beach, and then set up at rustic campgrounds with vault toilets and firepits.