How to Get the MARVAC Michigan RV and Campgrounds Guide
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You can get the MARVAC guide in two ways: request a printed copy through the "Request a Copy" link on michiganrvandcampgrounds.org, or open the "View Online Version" link on the same page to read it in a browser. The printed guide is described as the official publication for Recreation Vehicles Michigan RV & Campgrounds, focused exclusively on camping and RVing in Michigan, and it includes six fold-out maps plus a complete listing of Michigan state parks. The site does not state a price or any login requirement for either option, so confirm availability when you submit the request.
What the Guide Contains
| Feature | What it gives you |
|---|---|
| Focus | Camping and RVing in Michigan only |
| Maps | Six fold-out maps |
| State parks | A complete listing of Michigan state parks |
| Member listings | Campgrounds, dealers, manufacturers, and services organized by category and region |
The maps and state park listing are the practical core: they let you plan a route and check public campground options before you start contacting private campgrounds or dealers.
Requesting the Printed Copy
- Go to michiganrvandcampgrounds.org.
- Find the "Request a Copy" link near the guide description on the home page.
- Submit your mailing details through that request.
- Expect the printed guide with the fold-out maps by mail.
The site does not publish a delivery timeframe or cost, so treat the request as a submission rather than a confirmed order until you hear back.
Viewing the Online Version
Use the "View Online Version" link on the home page for immediate access without waiting for mail. This is the faster option if you only need to check a region or a state park before a trip. The online version is the same publication, so the six maps and state park listing are included there as well.
Using the Guide Alongside the Member Directory
The guide is a publication; the site's directory is the live lookup tool. If the guide points you to a region, you can cross-check current members on the site:
- Find members by category splits into Michigan Campgrounds, Member Services/Supplier, Member Dealers, and Member Manufacturers.
- Campgrounds by region covers Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, Southeast, South Central, and Upper Peninsula, plus an Out of State group.
- Member pages list services in plain terms — for example, Camper Trailer Parts & Repair is tagged for hitches, parts and accessories, major appliances, and roof-mount air conditioning in the South Central region.
A reasonable workflow: pick a region in the guide, then open the matching region in the directory to confirm a campground or dealer is still listed before you call.
Common Snags
- Looking for the guide under a menu instead of the home page. The request and online-view links sit with the guide description on the home page.
- Expecting non-Michigan coverage. The publication is Michigan-focused; out-of-state members appear only as a directory category.
- Treating the printed guide as a price list. Member entries describe services, not rates. Campground and dealer pricing is not published in the listing text shown on the site.