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Au Sable/Houghton Lake
Overview
The Au Sable/Houghton Lake KOA Journey provides a welcoming home base for exploring the heart of Northern Michigan. Set within a shaded forest environment, the park offers a classic camping atmosphere while maintaining the modern conveniences travelers expect from a reputable brand. It serves as a peaceful retreat for those looking to escape the hustle of the city and reconnect with nature among the tall pines. Whether you are arriving for a weekend or an extended stay, the park offers a quiet, woodsy vibe that perfectly captures the spirit of the region.
Location & Surroundings
Conveniently located near the intersection of US-127 and M-55, this park offers easy access for travelers heading toward the Upper Peninsula or exploring the lower peninsula’s interior. The surrounding area is defined by its proximity to Michigan’s largest inland lake, creating a landscape rich with water and thick woods. Guests can enjoy the serenity of the Roscommon County backcountry while remaining just a short drive from local dining, grocery stores, and bait shops in the town of Houghton Lake.
Amenities & Park Features
This facility is well-equipped for various rigs, offering spacious pull-thru sites that accommodate larger RVs with ease. Guests have access to a heated seasonal pool, a jumping pillow for children, and a dedicated KampK9 dog park for furry companions. Practical needs are met with clean laundry facilities, a camp store stocked with essentials, and reliable Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable stay. The park also features bike rentals and a playground, making it easy to stay active without leaving the grounds.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Water enthusiasts will find plenty to do, with Houghton Lake located just minutes away, offering premier fishing and boating opportunities. For those who enjoy river activities, the legendary Au Sable River is easily accessible for world-class canoeing, kayaking, and trout fishing trips. Additionally, the crystal-clear waters and sandy beaches of Higgins Lake State Park are a short drive away, providing some of the most beautiful swimming spots and hiking trails in the entire state of Michigan.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for family road trippers seeking a structured environment with plenty of activities to keep children entertained in a safe setting. It also serves as an excellent choice for outdoor adventurers who need a reliable, big-rig friendly base while exploring the local trail systems and legendary waterways. If you value a mix of rustic charm and managed amenities, this location is a perfect fit for your Northern Michigan travel itinerary.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Mary Daily
Stayed for Wed - Sun 10/25 No towels after first day. Had to get more. There were 2 of us in the room. No trash picked up in the room the whole time Beds were never changed or made up. Makes me wonder if the sheets were even clean when we got there. Kind of bummed me out.
Sandra Natole
We have stayed here many times on trips headed "Up North". We are very easy to please when it comes to lodging, and we have never had complaints. Is it a luxury hotel? No. Is it a clean and comfortable place to stay that is conveniently located next to the interstate? Yes. It was a quiet stay this time with no issues. Pool has been renovated and is open 24 hours. Small play area for kids. Beautiful large outdoor area for dogs and a small nature trail out back. Most of all, you feel safe here. I know I personally always have.
Susan Myers
I stayed at The Houghton Lake Super 8 for a week. I had no complaints at all. The rooms were very clean, fairly quiet at night and the staff was absolutely awesome. I highly recommend this hotel if your in this area. GREAT job Mandy and staff!
Jack Judy
Nice clean travelers motel right at the exit of 127 highway. Beds were comfortable, rooms were clean, had the standard continental breakfast for guests from 6-9 am. Decent indoor pool as well. I'll be back for sure.
Scott F.
Overall this Super 8 is a good place to stay. Got this trip though, there were problems. First, the hot water in the bathroom was nearly non-existent. It maintained a slightly warmer than lukewarm for the duration of my stay. I put up with it because I wasn’t in the mood to change rooms. I did leave the property four days early. The second problem involved housekeeping. I saw the lady in the hall pushing her cart cleaning and maintaining rooms. For sone reason room 111 was ignored for the entirety of my abbreviated stay. No beds made and sheets changed. No towel replacement, etc. I didn’t see any notice that say We Only Change Linens When You Check Out And We Don’t Replace Towels Either. It is a good location and I’ve already booked a three day stay in September, but I do hope service improves.
max higgins
$150 a night and their breakfast offers no protein. You need to invest money back into your hotel. Look into Smithian Theory.
Alicia Monville
Just was there this past weekend. Upon arrival, not notified beforehand, pool is closed. They advertise a gift shop on the website, nope...gift shop closed. We had a room with jacuzzi, it stopped working after 10 minutes, would not reset. We called front desk, the jerk at the front desk did move us grudgingly, and again that jacuzzi stopped working. I know there are timers on jacuzzies, however, the button did not work on either one. Bathroom was filthy. Floor was filthy. Do not stay here, better off sleeping in your car.
A C
Convenient location for a reasonable price. When I had booked my room I had selected handicap accessible by mistake, and when they called me they said they didn't have a handicap accessible room available so they upgraded us to a Jacuzzi room! They compensated me even though it was my mistake, because I'm not handicapped and I didn't mean to select it (just technologically challenged). That was kind of them! The jacuzzi tub was nice and big. In the night, I couldn't find my USB port to charge my phone in my bag, but I remembered seeing a little display stand with different charging cords, ports and phone accessories and I was able to get one for $8, which is not bad. I thought it was so cool that the hotel lobby had phone accessories. I don't think any of the other hotels I've been to have had those for sale in their lobbies. If I go back to Houghton Lake next year I will probably stay there again.
Patrick McNamara
This property has been recently remodeled and restaffed and managed. Any review you read which is more than say a couple of months old, is inaccurate. My stay was September 20th, 2024. I'm a fairly hard reviewer of properties and didn't find anything I didn't like here. Rooms were clean and well lite. The pool was clean and in operation. The parking lot was clean and easy to navigate. The staff was friendly and responsive. The breakfast exceeded my expectation at the price point. The kids play area was clean and taken care of. The beds slept well. The bathroom was properly stocked. The shower was hot and good water pressure. I honestly don't know what anyone else could ask from a Super 8.
Keeper of the Juice boxes
Would 100% stay here again! The rooms were perfect for sleeping. We had a microwave and a mini fridge in our room. We did ask for an extra pillow and blanket, travel with teenagers! The shower was wonderful. My only takeaway from that is we had 4 people to the room and only 2 towels. The breakfast was good but lacked a good source of protein. The driveway was a little confusing, but we made it! The pool area was beautiful, but we didn't have time to use it. There is also a play set for the little kids that is safely away from the parking area.