Frequently Asked Questions
Reservation // Pre-Arrival Questions
What is your cancellation Policy? How do I cancel my reservation?
Higgins lake Campground standard cancellation policy: PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING. Thank You.
All reservations must be paid in full at time of reservation. A confirmation will be sent to the email address you provided when making the reservation. By completing your reservation you are agreeing to abide by the Higgins Lake Campground cancellation policy and all campground guidelines during your stay.
NEED TO CANCEL? If you need to cancel your reservation, please email HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com before the deadlines listed below to receive a refund minus the 20% cancellation fee. Texts, DMs, and postal notification of cancellations are NOT acceptable. You will receive an email cancellation confirmation within 48-72 hours of initial request.
Please note reservation payments made after the following deadlines are non-refundable and the entire payment will be forfeited. Cancellations made after the following deadlines will result in entire payment beings forfeited:
NEED TO MAKE A CHANGE? If you need to change your reservation dates or accommodation type please email the requested change(s) to HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com (additional processing fees may apply). Reservation dates cannot be moved if outside of the cancellation period listed above. Price reduction in accommodation types will not be honored to reservation(s) changed outside of the cancellation period.
All reservations must be paid in full at time of reservation. A confirmation will be sent to the email address you provided when making the reservation. By completing your reservation you are agreeing to abide by the Higgins Lake Campground cancellation policy and all campground guidelines during your stay.
NEED TO CANCEL? If you need to cancel your reservation, please email HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com before the deadlines listed below to receive a refund minus the 20% cancellation fee. Texts, DMs, and postal notification of cancellations are NOT acceptable. You will receive an email cancellation confirmation within 48-72 hours of initial request.
Please note reservation payments made after the following deadlines are non-refundable and the entire payment will be forfeited. Cancellations made after the following deadlines will result in entire payment beings forfeited:
- RV/Tent: Confirmation of cancellation by 3pm 14 days prior to your scheduled arrival will receive a refund less a 20% cancellation fee.
- Lodging/Accommodation: Confirmation of cancellation by 3pm 30 days prior to your scheduled arrival will receive a refund less a 20% cancellation fee.
- HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL EVENTS: Confirmation of cancellation by 3pm 90 days prior to scheduled arrival will receive a refund less a 20% cancellation fee.A no-show will be treated as a cancellation outside the above guidelines. If you will be arriving after 11:59 pm please notify the campground ahead of time. Failure to notify the campground could result in your site no longer being available.
NEED TO MAKE A CHANGE? If you need to change your reservation dates or accommodation type please email the requested change(s) to HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com (additional processing fees may apply). Reservation dates cannot be moved if outside of the cancellation period listed above. Price reduction in accommodation types will not be honored to reservation(s) changed outside of the cancellation period.
When is Check in and check out?
CAMPSITES:
LODGING:
- Check In is at 3 PM each day.
- Check Out is 12 PM (noon).
LODGING:
- Check In is at 3 PM each day.
- Check Out is 11 AM.
When is quiet hour?
Quiet Time is 11 PM—8 AM.
All campers should return to their site by 11 PM and all daily visitors/guests are required to leave by dark. Activities and volume settings must be contained within your site at all times. All guests deserve the right to peace and quiet within their campsites. Our quiet hours are strictly enforced.
All campers should return to their site by 11 PM and all daily visitors/guests are required to leave by dark. Activities and volume settings must be contained within your site at all times. All guests deserve the right to peace and quiet within their campsites. Our quiet hours are strictly enforced.
CAn guests smoke or vape on property?
Michigan is a smoke free state which requires all smokers to remain 50' away from any building. The state also views vaping under the same laws as smoking.
All buildings are NON-SMOKING. This includes lodging. Deep cleaning and fumigation charges ($250) will apply for all smoking in non-smoking areas.
All buildings are NON-SMOKING. This includes lodging. Deep cleaning and fumigation charges ($250) will apply for all smoking in non-smoking areas.
Are we allowed to have visitors?
Facilities in this park are for use by registered guests only. Visitors are required to register and pay day use fees at the office before entering the park and must sign an agreement to abide by and be subject to park guidelines upon admittance. All visitors must leave the park by dark, unless registered as an overnight guest. Please register overnight guests before closing time at the office. Passes are required to be visibly displayed on dash at all times for security purposes.
I need to make changes to my reservation! What do I do?
If you need to change your reservation dates or accommodation type please email the requested change(s) to HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com (additional processing fees may apply). Reservation dates cannot be moved if outside of the cancellation period listed above. Price reduction in accommodation types will not be honored to reservation(s) changed outside of the cancellation period.
CAn we bring our own firewood?
No. All outside firewood is prohibited due to potential spread of disease. Certified Kiln-dry firewood can be purchased at the Campground Store. Any outside wood must be abandoned prior to entry (inquire at store for assistance). Violation will result in a $150 fine by local authorities and/or Campground Security. Please help us save the trees!!
General Location // Park Questions
Are you located on Higgins Lake?
We are approximately one mile from a public swimming beach on the north end of Higgins Lake. It is roughly a five minute drive from our campground. You can also walk or bike to the lake. There you will find a children's playground, bathroom facilities, picnic tables and a gazebo.
Can I set up a tent on my rv site?
A small "pup" tent is allowed for immediate family currently living in the registered guest's home. A maximum limit of people per site applies.
Can i put two RVs on my site?
We allow only one recreational vehicle (RV) and one vehicle per site. A small "pup" tent is allowed for immediate family currently living in the registered guest's home. A maximum limit of people per site applies.
Can I put a tent outside of my lodge, cabin, yurt?
No, we do not allow tents to be set up around our lodging units. Please book a tent site for any tents you are planning to set up. Some of our lodging units are near tent sites, you can use our Select My Site feature to book close sites.
Do you have a firewood/Fire policy?
We do NOT allow any outside firewood into our campground! All outside firewood is prohibited due to potential spread of disease. Certified firewood can be purchased at the Campground Store. Any outside wood must be abandoned prior to entry (inquire at store for assistance). Violation will result in a $150 fine by local authorities or Campground Security. Please help us save the trees!
We do not have a fire curfew at this time. All campfires must be within the fire ring provided on each site.
We do not have a fire curfew at this time. All campfires must be within the fire ring provided on each site.
Park Policies // Rules and Guidelines
May I bring my pet camping?
We love all pets when leashed and picked up after! They must be accompanied by their master when outside. Pets can not disturb others so please control their barking or meowing accordingly. No aggressive dogs allowed.
What are the policies surrounding use of the campground's activities?
Any playgrounds, water slides, basketball courts, etc. are provided at your own risk. We strive hard to follow strict safety guidelines but due to the outdoor rugged nature of camping, we ask that you inspect all equipment and activities for safety. Please report any concerns to the office. The activities require staff monitoring when in use. Please do not play on or near equipment after dark or when un-staffed for your and others' safety. Certain activities require arm bands and/or releases signed by parent or guardian prior to participation. See the office for schedules and details. All playgrounds close at sunset.
May I bring my ATV?
Yes, but we do not allow riding within the campground. Only entry and exit. The county has approved the careful riding of ATVs on the roadway shoulders in order to get to the ATV trails.
May I bring my own wood?
All outside firewood is prohibited due to potential spread of disease. Certified firewood can be purchased at the Campground Store. Any outside wood must be abandoned prior to entry (inquire at store for assistance). Violation will result in a $150 fine by local authorities or Campground Security. Save the trees!
Do you have quiet hours?
Yes! Quiet hour starts at 11pm and ends at 8am. Please note that our rules and guidelines are based on the golden rule and we politely ask that you are mindful of your follow campers throughout the day as voices/music can carry easily in the great outdoors.
All campers should return to their site by 11 PM and all daily visitors/guests are required to leave by dark. Activities and volume settings must be contained within your site at all times. All guests deserve the right to peace and quiet within their campsites. Our quiet hours are strictly enforced.
All campers should return to their site by 11 PM and all daily visitors/guests are required to leave by dark. Activities and volume settings must be contained within your site at all times. All guests deserve the right to peace and quiet within their campsites. Our quiet hours are strictly enforced.
Glamping // Yurts // Lodges
What is a Yurt?
This is a GREAT question which is why we dedicated an entire page to it! Pop on over to learn more.
What should I know before booking a yurt?
We love our Yurts! Back before glamping was even a word, we introduced our yurts to the camping world. They give you the perfect mix of luxury and nature. Much like tents, yurts have canvas walls so sound travels! You will hear the pitter patter of rain during a storm, you will hear birds chirping in the morning, and you will hear the muffled voices of follow campers around their campfire in the evening. This is all apart of the glamping experience, but if sound is not for you. Please try one of our many lodging options.
Our Yurts are some of the very first glamping yurts in the United States, this means our Yurts have canvas window coverings. We ask that you do not unroll the outside window coverings as there is a proper way to roll them and it takes two people to do it right. We provide easy to adjusted window curtains on the interior of the yurt to allow you to control your glamping experience. The Yurts are smoke-free and vape-free. We do not allow open-flames in the yurts. We also do not allow pets to stay in our yurts. We do have other pet friendly options, please check out our lodging page for details.
Our Yurts are some of the very first glamping yurts in the United States, this means our Yurts have canvas window coverings. We ask that you do not unroll the outside window coverings as there is a proper way to roll them and it takes two people to do it right. We provide easy to adjusted window curtains on the interior of the yurt to allow you to control your glamping experience. The Yurts are smoke-free and vape-free. We do not allow open-flames in the yurts. We also do not allow pets to stay in our yurts. We do have other pet friendly options, please check out our lodging page for details.
What should I know before booking a lodge?
We have a wide variety of lodges available please check out our glamping page to learn about each style and find out which one fits your needs.
Our lodges are built much like log cabins in the great UP! They provided great sound control for those looking to fully disengage from their surrounds after they have unplugged for the day. Some of our lodges are pet friendly, so go ahead bring your pup or adventure cat! Please note our lodges do not allow smoking or vaping.
Our lodges are built much like log cabins in the great UP! They provided great sound control for those looking to fully disengage from their surrounds after they have unplugged for the day. Some of our lodges are pet friendly, so go ahead bring your pup or adventure cat! Please note our lodges do not allow smoking or vaping.
Are the Yurts, lodges, and other glamping units pet friendly?
We are a pet-friendly campground and this extends to our accommodations as well! While our yurts are not pet friendly, we have dedicated several lodges to pet lovers. So go ahead bring your pup or adventure cat! Please note if you bring your pet into a non-pet-friendly unit or your furchild destroys anything within the unit a clean up and/or damage fee will be your financial responsibility.
What is the booking process and cancellation policy?
Ready to book? Go ahead and hit book now. Our system will check availability and find the best price for you. We require a full stay deposit to book so please be prepared.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please email HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com before the deadlines listed below to receive a refund minus the 20% cancellation fee. Texts, DMs, and postal notification of cancellations are NOT acceptable. You will receive an email cancellation confirmation within 48-72 hours of initial request.
Please note reservation payments made after the following deadlines are non-refundable and the entire payment will be forfeited. Cancellations made after the following deadlines will result in entire payment beings forfeited:
NEED TO MAKE A CHANGE? If you need to change your reservation dates or accommodation type please email the requested change(s) to HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com (additional processing fees may apply). Reservation dates cannot be moved if outside of the cancellation period listed above. Price reduction in accommodation types will not be honored to reservation(s) changed outside of the cancellation period.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please email HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com before the deadlines listed below to receive a refund minus the 20% cancellation fee. Texts, DMs, and postal notification of cancellations are NOT acceptable. You will receive an email cancellation confirmation within 48-72 hours of initial request.
Please note reservation payments made after the following deadlines are non-refundable and the entire payment will be forfeited. Cancellations made after the following deadlines will result in entire payment beings forfeited:
- Lodging/Accommodation: Confirmation of cancellation by 3pm 30 days prior to your scheduled arrival will receive a refund less a 20% cancellation fee.
- HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL EVENTS: Confirmation of cancellation by 3pm 90 days prior to scheduled arrival will receive a refund less a 20% cancellation fee.A no-show will be treated as a cancellation outside the above guidelines. If you will be arriving after 11:59 pm please notify the campground ahead of time. Failure to notify the campground could result in your site no longer being available.
NEED TO MAKE A CHANGE? If you need to change your reservation dates or accommodation type please email the requested change(s) to HigginsLakeCampground@acampfire.com (additional processing fees may apply). Reservation dates cannot be moved if outside of the cancellation period listed above. Price reduction in accommodation types will not be honored to reservation(s) changed outside of the cancellation period.
Checking out // Departure
What should I do with my garbage?
Please place all garbage in sealed garbage bags. Our campground has a designated area for dumping garbage and recycling of certain items. Please see the campground map for location.
What time is check out?
Check out is 12pm (noon) for tent and RV sites.
Check out is 11am for lodging and accommodations.
Check out is 11am for lodging and accommodations.
Should we put out our campfire before we leave?
Yes! Only you can stop forest fires. Please put out any fires you have going before departing the campground.
