If you are looking for a relaxed laid back RV resort, Traverse Bay Resort is not your place. Even though we stayed there last year things have changed. I was greeted with a full 2 pages of rules and regulations. It was stressed quiet time was 10 pm. I mentioned that I was at the resort to meet some high school friends from the class of 72 Royal Oak. I was told only 6 people were allowed per site, that included my wife and I. In other words 4 guests per site. I told her I would have 6 guests. And it was not received well. This would only be for 3 hours in the afternoon. She told me each guest had to check in to the office, that was complied with. The first 2 couples were allowed in. Another guest was by herself and came a little later. Instead of allowing her to go to the site and drop off her things, they made her park in the lot across from the office. I was quite upset to see my 71 year old classmate carrying 2 chairs and a cooler about 5 hundred yards to our site. Our site driveway could easily handle 4 vehicles ( we did not have a car only our motorcoach) but no way was that allowed. 4 sites on one side and 2 sites on the other side were vacant and I know why. If I had a choice between Traverse Bay Resort and a Walmart parking lot, I would pick the parking lot even for the $130 a night charge. Even though the $10 per guest charge was waived I left very disappointed. read more

Wow what can I say ? When you pull into this property you get the sense that your in a resort. Ground immaculately kept Very lush and green. Checking in was a breeze and out spot was overlooking a fountain and a pond. Also included is an outdoor fireplace and a large patio where you can sit and watch the sunset. A short walk to the fitness club and laundry also with private bathrooms and showers , also very clean. Spaces were pricey but worth it ! I think we will be back next year for a longer stay read more

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Very well maintained campground, nicely landscaped and very clean. Its about 20 mins away from downtown Traverse. The sites are mostly privately owned that just gets rented out and only a handful vacancies . It is mostly occupied by campsite owners who lives there and mostly retirees, thus you don't see any children around playing. No charcoal allowed, everything has to be gas/propane if you wish to bbq or fire pit. We did have some issues with the water, it was smelly. We even bleached our tank overnight thinking it was our tank, and we even have double filters and have never experienced like it before but it was actually their water. Overall it was nice experience not a whole lot of action or activity for families with children. read more

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The internet was down when we checked in but they didn't tell us. when we complained they said it's the HOA and we have nothing to do with it. My husband needs internet for work. Second night lost electricity. They locked the bathrooms, library and workout room. So I couldn't even get a book to pass the time while we waited for the electricity to be fixed. The park was about half capacity and there were people walking their dogs off leash. As soon as we get electricity we're leaving. This place is awful. I would not recommend. No wonder there are so many of the tiny house condos up for sale. We paid for a week and lost over $800. read more

I am not sure why there are only a few reviews on this place. It's our first time here and not our last. This place is gorgeous. We had a spot facing the beautiful landscaped grass and pond that had no buildouts. That was fine with us. Driving into this place lowered our blood pressure immediately. Registration was easy and the staff were welcoming. I walked the entire area and they allow not just Class A's but all kinds of RV's. They must have rules on cleanliness because there was no clutter around each spot. They open May 1 to October. Close to Meijer and a lot of restaurants. Can't wait to come back! read more

We had too high of expectations for this place - this contributed to only three stars. I would sum it up by saying- Good thing for this place that there is limited competition around Traverse City. Resort is about 20 minutes to town - and there is a lot to do in Traverse City. The good - nice club houses and gym. Staff and Owners are friendly - but lots of cliques and "drama" for such a small place. Easy access to sites and well spaced . The ponds look great with water features that light at night. The bad - pool is very small, not a Resort type pool, no swimming laps, but can walk around and get wet. The one tennis court was re-lined to be used for tennis or pickle ball - not what you would expect at a high end Resort. We were told that there is no money for capital improvements. But if you do not care about the pool, tennis or pickleball then it doesn't matter. The Ugly - Well water smells bad. I thought we had a black tank issue until we figured out it was the well water. Power pedestal tripped 50A breaker when running air conditioners and appliances together. Could be a sign of aging park not set up for newer all electric coaches. Landscaping is hit or miss - some owner lots look great but the majority of the park has no irrigation and dead grass. It takes the one man crew days to complete yard work each week - hate listening to mowers, blowers and Weedwhacker's for days each week instead of having a gardening staff come in and get done in a day. Not a dog friendly resort but they are dog tolerant with some common areas and a dog park - but no dog trash stations. They have a Policy against aggressive breeds but not enforced as we have seen what looks to be pit bulls (of course they are a terrier ha ha). Lots of spaces for sale that may indicate an aging park. With prices on the decline. Was told of ongoing legal issues between some owners and management- this would make one think twice before buying a lot. The Rental sites are pricey for what you get. We just expected "nicer" for the $$$$. read more