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Alder Canoe 1
Public Campground

Alder Canoe 1

Arbor Vitae, Michigan
3.8 (335 reviews)

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About Alder Canoe 1

Campground in Michigan.

Alder Canoe 1 offers a genuine Michigan camping experience in a beautiful natural setting that appeals to both seasoned RVers and families seeking a peaceful getaway. Located in Michigan's scenic landscape, this public campground provides an authentic outdoor experience where you can disconnect from daily pressures and reconnect with nature and loved ones.

The campground's location makes it an excellent base for exploring Michigan's natural attractions and outdoor recreation opportunities. The surrounding area is known for its pristine waters, forests, and wildlife, creating an ideal environment for those who love paddling, fishing, and hiking. The name itself hints at the water-based recreation that draws many visitors to this region—Michigan's extensive network of waterways and lakes offers endless opportunities for canoe enthusiasts and water sports lovers.

Michigan's landscape in this area is characterized by dense woodlands and scenic beauty that changes with the seasons. Spring brings new growth and wildflowers, summer offers warm days perfect for outdoor activities, fall transforms the landscape into vibrant colors, and winter provides a serene, quiet atmosphere for those seeking solitude. Each season offers distinct advantages for different types of travelers.

The region surrounding Alder Canoe 1 is rich with outdoor recreation possibilities. Whether you're interested in exploring local trails, casting a line in nearby waters, or simply enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature, there's something here for everyone. The public campground setting attracts visitors who appreciate a more rustic camping experience and the camaraderie of fellow outdoor enthusiasts.

This campground is ideal for RVers who value natural surroundings and outdoor activities over resort-style amenities. Families appreciate the safe, community-oriented environment, while adventurers love the proximity to Michigan's natural wonders. With a solid 3.8-star rating from hundreds of visitors, Alder Canoe 1 has earned a reputation as a reliable destination for quality camping experiences in one of Michigan's most beautiful regions.
3.8

Rating

335

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Park Details

Tips & Tricks

Book Early

Arbor Vitae is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.

Check-in Time

Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.

Local Weather

Michigan weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Arbor Vitae.

Explore the Area

Don't miss local attractions near Arbor Vitae. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.

Alder Canoe 1 Reviews

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Lorene Branch

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Lorene Branch

My daughter and I camped here for the first time this past weekend and had a really great experience. We were meeting a large party but wanted our own space so the person we spoke with booked us a nice quiet spot the perfect size for our little camper. Everyone was courteous and helpful. The facilities and sites were clean and well maintained and we had a blast tubing down the river. We can’t wait... My daughter and I camped here for the first time this past weekend and had a really great experience. We were meeting a large party but wanted our own space so the person we spoke with booked us a nice quiet spot the perfect size for our little camper. Everyone was courteous and helpful. The facilities and sites were clean and well maintained and we had a blast tubing down the river. We can’t wait to come back next year.

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Lorene Branch

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Lorene Branch

My daughter and I camped here for the first time this past weekend and had a really great experience. We were meeting a large party but wanted our own space so the person we spoke with booked us a nice quiet spot the perfect size for our little camper. Everyone was courteous and helpful. The facilities and sites were clean and well maintained and we had a blast tubing down the river. We can’t wait... My daughter and I camped here for the first time this past weekend and had a really great experience. We were meeting a large party but wanted our own space so the person we spoke with booked us a nice quiet spot the perfect size for our little camper. Everyone was courteous and helpful. The facilities and sites were clean and well maintained and we had a blast tubing down the river. We can’t wait to come back next year.

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Lorene Branch

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Lorene Branch

My daughter and I camped here for the first time this past weekend and had a really great experience. We were meeting a large party but wanted our own space so the person we spoke with booked us a nice quiet spot the perfect size for our little camper. Everyone was courteous and helpful. The facilities and sites were clean and well maintained and we had a blast tubing down the river. We can’t wait... My daughter and I camped here for the first time this past weekend and had a really great experience. We were meeting a large party but wanted our own space so the person we spoke with booked us a nice quiet spot the perfect size for our little camper. Everyone was courteous and helpful. The facilities and sites were clean and well maintained and we had a blast tubing down the river. We can’t wait to come back next year.

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J. M. S. S.

Mar 18, 2026

4.0

Google Review by J. M. S. S.

Only camped here once near the river. Lots are good size except hill is crazy sloped And almost impossible to level a trailer. There's a reason why the camp site was long. The spots we had were hard, and were not noted in booking the spots. We made it work but I would not park on the river again I would need crazy extra extensions for water and electric next time if I got the same spots. Otherwis... Only camped here once near the river. Lots are good size except hill is crazy sloped And almost impossible to level a trailer. There's a reason why the camp site was long. The spots we had were hard, and were not noted in booking the spots. We made it work but I would not park on the river again I would need crazy extra extensions for water and electric next time if I got the same spots. Otherwise the place was quiet, nice to walk around. I'm going to tey again, in different spots this time. However, the road to get to this place sucks - gravel and dust everywhere. Need to clean your trailer and vehicle after driving down the road.

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J. M. S. S.

Mar 18, 2026

4.0

Google Review by J. M. S. S.

Only camped here once near the river. Lots are good size except hill is crazy sloped And almost impossible to level a trailer. There's a reason why the camp site was long. The spots we had were hard, and were not noted in booking the spots. We made it work but I would not park on the river again I would need crazy extra extensions for water and electric next time if I got the same spots. Otherwis... Only camped here once near the river. Lots are good size except hill is crazy sloped And almost impossible to level a trailer. There's a reason why the camp site was long. The spots we had were hard, and were not noted in booking the spots. We made it work but I would not park on the river again I would need crazy extra extensions for water and electric next time if I got the same spots. Otherwise the place was quiet, nice to walk around. I'm going to tey again, in different spots this time. However, the road to get to this place sucks - gravel and dust everywhere. Need to clean your trailer and vehicle after driving down the road.

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J. M. S. S.

Mar 18, 2026

4.0

Google Review by J. M. S. S.

Only camped here once near the river. Lots are good size except hill is crazy sloped And almost impossible to level a trailer. There's a reason why the camp site was long. The spots we had were hard, and were not noted in booking the spots. We made it work but I would not park on the river again I would need crazy extra extensions for water and electric next time if I got the same spots. Otherwis... Only camped here once near the river. Lots are good size except hill is crazy sloped And almost impossible to level a trailer. There's a reason why the camp site was long. The spots we had were hard, and were not noted in booking the spots. We made it work but I would not park on the river again I would need crazy extra extensions for water and electric next time if I got the same spots. Otherwise the place was quiet, nice to walk around. I'm going to tey again, in different spots this time. However, the road to get to this place sucks - gravel and dust everywhere. Need to clean your trailer and vehicle after driving down the road.

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Cassidy Miller

Mar 18, 2026

1.0

Google Review by Cassidy Miller

They lost a customer of four years now from this past weekend. We had a group of 14 and a couple (2 people) from the group called and requested a refund because they weren’t able to make it. Upon check-in, another male adult, let me know that he wasn’t able to make it due to a funeral which I told the younger lady and she said that we would be able to refund and figure it all out at checkout. To s... They lost a customer of four years now from this past weekend. We had a group of 14 and a couple (2 people) from the group called and requested a refund because they weren’t able to make it. Upon check-in, another male adult, let me know that he wasn’t able to make it due to a funeral which I told the younger lady and she said that we would be able to refund and figure it all out at checkout. To say the least they refunded the couple but refused to refund the third adult that wasn’t able to join us. She even lied to me saying that that was a refund for three adults and when I questioned her, she said that’s what we agreed on ($112). (she’s talking about the couple that called to Refund talked to them about refund price). I didn’t know that you could agree or negotiate refunds what a joke. This is completely illegal and it was a shame because our entire group really enjoyed camping here for the past 4 years. I was even looking at how bad the reviews were thinking there’s no way this place has been great to us, but I can 100% understand now. I think it’s Time for them to find better staffing of ladies who can actually handle the pressure of organizing campers on a weekend.

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Cassidy Miller

Mar 18, 2026

1.0

Google Review by Cassidy Miller

They lost a customer of four years now from this past weekend. We had a group of 14 and a couple (2 people) from the group called and requested a refund because they weren’t able to make it. Upon check-in, another male adult, let me know that he wasn’t able to make it due to a funeral which I told the younger lady and she said that we would be able to refund and figure it all out at checkout. To s... They lost a customer of four years now from this past weekend. We had a group of 14 and a couple (2 people) from the group called and requested a refund because they weren’t able to make it. Upon check-in, another male adult, let me know that he wasn’t able to make it due to a funeral which I told the younger lady and she said that we would be able to refund and figure it all out at checkout. To say the least they refunded the couple but refused to refund the third adult that wasn’t able to join us. She even lied to me saying that that was a refund for three adults and when I questioned her, she said that’s what we agreed on ($112). (she’s talking about the couple that called to Refund talked to them about refund price). I didn’t know that you could agree or negotiate refunds what a joke. This is completely illegal and it was a shame because our entire group really enjoyed camping here for the past 4 years. I was even looking at how bad the reviews were thinking there’s no way this place has been great to us, but I can 100% understand now. I think it’s Time for them to find better staffing of ladies who can actually handle the pressure of organizing campers on a weekend.

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Cassidy Miller

Mar 18, 2026

1.0

Google Review by Cassidy Miller

They lost a customer of four years now from this past weekend. We had a group of 14 and a couple (2 people) from the group called and requested a refund because they weren’t able to make it. Upon check-in, another male adult, let me know that he wasn’t able to make it due to a funeral which I told the younger lady and she said that we would be able to refund and figure it all out at checkout. To s... They lost a customer of four years now from this past weekend. We had a group of 14 and a couple (2 people) from the group called and requested a refund because they weren’t able to make it. Upon check-in, another male adult, let me know that he wasn’t able to make it due to a funeral which I told the younger lady and she said that we would be able to refund and figure it all out at checkout. To say the least they refunded the couple but refused to refund the third adult that wasn’t able to join us. She even lied to me saying that that was a refund for three adults and when I questioned her, she said that’s what we agreed on ($112). (she’s talking about the couple that called to Refund talked to them about refund price). I didn’t know that you could agree or negotiate refunds what a joke. This is completely illegal and it was a shame because our entire group really enjoyed camping here for the past 4 years. I was even looking at how bad the reviews were thinking there’s no way this place has been great to us, but I can 100% understand now. I think it’s Time for them to find better staffing of ladies who can actually handle the pressure of organizing campers on a weekend.

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Marian Krause

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Marian Krause

Camped for the first time at Rifle River Campground. We had an excellent and enjoyable stay. The river flowing, breeze blowing, birds singing and even the beess buzzing beside our site, made for a great time. We'll be back in the fall! The grounds were kept up, and Staff were great to interact with! This 60+ years family run business takes pride in your experience. Thank you for such a great exper... Camped for the first time at Rifle River Campground. We had an excellent and enjoyable stay. The river flowing, breeze blowing, birds singing and even the beess buzzing beside our site, made for a great time. We'll be back in the fall! The grounds were kept up, and Staff were great to interact with! This 60+ years family run business takes pride in your experience. Thank you for such a great experience for us, our pups and our friends!! The Krause family 😊!

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Marian Krause

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Marian Krause

Camped for the first time at Rifle River Campground. We had an excellent and enjoyable stay. The river flowing, breeze blowing, birds singing and even the beess buzzing beside our site, made for a great time. We'll be back in the fall! The grounds were kept up, and Staff were great to interact with! This 60+ years family run business takes pride in your experience. Thank you for such a great exper... Camped for the first time at Rifle River Campground. We had an excellent and enjoyable stay. The river flowing, breeze blowing, birds singing and even the beess buzzing beside our site, made for a great time. We'll be back in the fall! The grounds were kept up, and Staff were great to interact with! This 60+ years family run business takes pride in your experience. Thank you for such a great experience for us, our pups and our friends!! The Krause family 😊!

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Marian Krause

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Marian Krause

Camped for the first time at Rifle River Campground. We had an excellent and enjoyable stay. The river flowing, breeze blowing, birds singing and even the beess buzzing beside our site, made for a great time. We'll be back in the fall! The grounds were kept up, and Staff were great to interact with! This 60+ years family run business takes pride in your experience. Thank you for such a great exper... Camped for the first time at Rifle River Campground. We had an excellent and enjoyable stay. The river flowing, breeze blowing, birds singing and even the beess buzzing beside our site, made for a great time. We'll be back in the fall! The grounds were kept up, and Staff were great to interact with! This 60+ years family run business takes pride in your experience. Thank you for such a great experience for us, our pups and our friends!! The Krause family 😊!

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Nicholas Budnik

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Nicholas Budnik

I tried to leave a review earlier. In case it didnt make it I wanted to leave another. I have always had a good experience here. Yes it may be difficult to call sometimes as they get busy with all the people. But this is a smaller owned campground with a very rustic feel. The tubing and pricing it great. I never have issues and they are very dog friendly.(Lily's first tube tripped documented below... I tried to leave a review earlier. In case it didnt make it I wanted to leave another. I have always had a good experience here. Yes it may be difficult to call sometimes as they get busy with all the people. But this is a smaller owned campground with a very rustic feel. The tubing and pricing it great. I never have issues and they are very dog friendly.(Lily's first tube tripped documented below) I will continue to support this place and be a continued clean patron. Thanks for your continued hardwork!

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Nicholas Budnik

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Nicholas Budnik

I tried to leave a review earlier. In case it didnt make it I wanted to leave another. I have always had a good experience here. Yes it may be difficult to call sometimes as they get busy with all the people. But this is a smaller owned campground with a very rustic feel. The tubing and pricing it great. I never have issues and they are very dog friendly.(Lily's first tube tripped documented below... I tried to leave a review earlier. In case it didnt make it I wanted to leave another. I have always had a good experience here. Yes it may be difficult to call sometimes as they get busy with all the people. But this is a smaller owned campground with a very rustic feel. The tubing and pricing it great. I never have issues and they are very dog friendly.(Lily's first tube tripped documented below) I will continue to support this place and be a continued clean patron. Thanks for your continued hardwork!

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Nicholas Budnik

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Nicholas Budnik

I tried to leave a review earlier. In case it didnt make it I wanted to leave another. I have always had a good experience here. Yes it may be difficult to call sometimes as they get busy with all the people. But this is a smaller owned campground with a very rustic feel. The tubing and pricing it great. I never have issues and they are very dog friendly.(Lily's first tube tripped documented below... I tried to leave a review earlier. In case it didnt make it I wanted to leave another. I have always had a good experience here. Yes it may be difficult to call sometimes as they get busy with all the people. But this is a smaller owned campground with a very rustic feel. The tubing and pricing it great. I never have issues and they are very dog friendly.(Lily's first tube tripped documented below) I will continue to support this place and be a continued clean patron. Thanks for your continued hardwork!

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