Dear CranHill Campground and Cottage Friends,
It is with great sadness that I am writing this email to you today. If you’re like me you’ve been looking forward to coming to CranHill for your stay. Well, that stay is, unfortunately, going to have to wait just a little while longer.
Yesterday, Governor Whitmer announced that the Stay-At-Home order will remain in effect until May 28th. With this order, she has essentially required CranHill’s Campgrounds and Cottage Rentals to remain closed until at least May 28th. As difficult as this is for us, we rejoice because as a Christian organization we get to represent Christ in honoring the authorities over us (Romans 13 and 1 Peter 2:13).
Believe me, we really want to be open, and we really want you here. We not only desperately need the revenue, but we simply love the ministry that happens while you’re here. You’re not just like family… you are family.
You are entitled to a full refund without cancellation fees because we are required to cancel your reservation.
You may choose one of the following options:
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DONATE your received payments to CranHill to help support the current financial needs of this ministry. In this case, you will receive a tax receipt for 100% of the funds donated and you can then make another reservation for a future date.
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REBOOK your received payment for a future date during the 2020 camping season. In this case, we would love to help you find another date this summer.
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REFUND Your received payment will be 100% refunded to you. Refunds will be processed within two weeks of your reservation date and credited back to your credit card or sent by check.
If you choose Option 1 or Option 3, we will process your request and you will receive the proper communication showing your donation or your refund.
If you choose Option #2, we will give you a phone call to assist your rebooking. Or feel free to give us a call during normal office hours at your convenience.
We are still planning to open the campground and cottages this season just as soon as we can. Please stay tuned to our website and social media for further updates. You might also want to catch a new weekly update video called “The Porch.”
Thank you so much for your partnership and prayers during these unique days. We continue to pray for all our guests, that the Lord would make these days a great time of family connectedness to each other and to the Lord regardless of all that is happening around us.
Blessings, and we look forward to seeing you soon here at the Ranch.
In Christ,
FAMILY CAMPGROUND
ACTIVITY OPTIONS
When you stay at CranHill, you can count on having all kinds of exciting activities and offerings! From horseback riding to crafts and fishing, there is plenty here for you to enjoy. Activities vary depending on the season. Check out the sample schedule for an idea of our peak season activities. You must be present at CranHill to purchase an activity ticket.
Limited activities are offered during our partial family program seasons, as well as our pre & post seasons. Click the link below to see dates for our program seasons. The table below will show what program season each activity is offered.
We also offer day passes for guests that are not staying in the campground. Day passes can be purchased for $3/person or $12/vehicle. Day passes can be purchased at the main office or the Barn Store.
2026 Campground Guide
Activity Options
Sports & Rec (SPORTS EQUIPMENT CAN BE RENTED AT THE BARN STORE)
ACTIVITY | DETAILS | RESTRICTIONS | FEE | PEAK | PARTIAL | PRE / POST | OFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Game Room | Billiards, Ping-Pong, Foosball, Air Hockey, Carpetball | None | $1 EQUIPMENT RENTAL | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Basketball Courts | 1 court to choose from (6 baskets) | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Volleyball Courts | 2 sand courts to choose from | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Tennis Courts | 2 courts to choose from | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Pickle Ball Court | Played on the tennis courts | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ball Diamond (softball, kickball) | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Football Field | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Soccer Field | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Disc Golf Course | 18-Hole Course | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Ga-Ga Ball Courts | 4 courts to choose from | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
9-Square Courts | 2 courts to choose from | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Yard Games (ladder golf, corn hole, checkers, chess) | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Adventure
ACTIVITY | DETAILS | RESTRICTIONS | FEE | PEAK | PARTIAL | PRE / POST | OFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hiking / Biking Trails | 3-4 miles of trails | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Orienteering | Self-Guided; 9 Courses; Must provide own compass | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Zip Line | Approx. 15 rides per hour | Ages 10 & older; under 275lb | $6 / Person | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Rock Climbing | Approx. 25 people per hour | Ages 5 & older | $8 / Person | ✓ | ✓ | ||
High Ropes Course | 2-3 Hour session; Up to 30 people per session | Ages 13 & older; at least 60" tall; under 275lb | $15 / Person | ✓ | ✓ |
Target Sports
ACTIVITY | DETAILS | RESTRICTIONS | FEE | PEAK | PARTIAL | PRE / POST | OFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sling Shots | 30 minute session; up to 8 people per session; approx. 25 shots | Ages 7 & older | $5 / Person | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Archery | 30 minute session; up to 12 people per session; approx. 18 shots | Ages 5 & older (Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.) | $4 / Person | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Tomahawks | 30 minute session; up to 8 people per session; approx. 24 throws | Ages 7 & older | $4 / Person | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Riflery | 30 minute session; up to 12 people per session; approx. 20 shots | Ages 5 & older (Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.) | $5 / Person | ✓ | ✓ |
Farm
ACTIVITY | DETAILS | RESTRICTIONS | FEE | PEAK | PARTIAL | PRE / POST | OFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stick Horse Rodeo | No Charge | ✓ | |||||
Mini Horse Cart Rides | Approx. 7 minute ride. | Ages 5 & up; for guests under 250 lbs. | $5 / Person | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Petting Farm | Donkey, Mini-Horse, Goats, Alpacas, Lambs, Calves, Rabbits | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Wagon Ride (horse-drawn) | 30 minute ride; Up to 20 people per wagon | Overnight Family Campers Only | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Wagon Ride (tractor-drawn) | 30 minute ride; Up to 30 people per wagon | Overnight Family Campers Only | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Pony Rides | Approx. 7 minute ride; Up to 25 people per 30-minute session | Ages 9 & under | $4 / Person | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Horseback Trail Rides | 1 hour experience; Up to 18 people per ride | Ages 10 & older; at least 52" tall; under 250lb | $28 / Person | ✓ | ✓ |
Water
ACTIVITY | DETAILS | RESTRICTIONS | FEE | PEAK | PARTIAL | PRE / POST | OFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Frog and Turtle Races | Catch a frog and/or turtle and race it on the beach! | No charge | ✓ | ||||
Swimming | No Lifeguard Provided | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Boating | Canoes, Rowboats, Kayaks, Stand-Up Paddleboards, Corcl Funboats | $2 Deposit required | $3 / Hour | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Fishing | Must provide own equipment | None | No Charge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Inflatable Aqua Park | 30 minute session; Up to 30 people per session | Ages 7 & older; at least 30lb; life jacket required. Ages 10 & under need to be accompanied on the park by an adult with a ticket. | $4 / Person | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Slip & Slide | 100' long | Best for ages 12 & under (although older kids and adults welcome) | No Charge | ✓ | |||
River Tubing | 2-Hour trip; Up to 100 people | Ages 5 & older to have own tube (under age 5 must ride with adult) | $13 / Person | ✓ |
Arts and Crafts
ACTIVITY | DETAILS | RESTRICTIONS | FEE | PEAK | PARTIAL | PRE / POST | OFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tie Dye: Bandana | $11 / Item | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Tie Dye: Pillow Case | $14 / Item | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Tie Dye: T-Shirt | $16 / Item | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Other Crafts | Cost varies ($2 and Up) | ✓ |
Special Programs
ACTIVITY | DETAILS | RESTRICTIONS | FEE | PEAK | PARTIAL | PRE / POST | OFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pancake Breakfast | Overnight Family Campers Only | No Charge | ✓ | ||||
Frog & Turtle Races | Overnight Family Campers Only | No Charge | ✓ | ||||
Corn Hole Tournament | Overnight Family Campers Only | No Charge | ✓ | ||||
Stick Horse Rodeo | Overnight Family Campers Only | No Charge | ✓ | ||||
Sunday Worship | None | No Charge | ✓ | Some Dates | |||
Gaga Ball/Dodgeball Tournament | Overnight Family Campers Only | No Charge | ✓ | ||||
Morning Devotions | Designed for ages 13 & older | Overnight Family Campers Only | No Charge | ✓ |