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Bear Cave Rv Campground Hotel Buchanan, Buchanan
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About the Hotel
4085 Bear Cave Road,
Buchanan,
Michigan,
United States of America,
Michigan
Bear Cave RV Campground, a 2-star property, features the only naturally formed cave in Michigan with historical significance as an Underground Railroad stop and filming location for 'The Great Train Robbery'. The smoke-free resort offers 136 accommodations focused on family-friendly outdoor experiences.
Comfort Cottage Amenities
The deluxe cottages at Bear Cave RV Resort feature 2 bedrooms - one with a queen bed and another with a full-size bunk bed. Each unit includes a covered screened-in porch, full bathroom with shower/tub, heat, AC, and large flat-screen TV.
Kitchen Facilities
Each accommodation provides a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, stovetop, and microwave.
Recreation and Facilities
Bear Cave Rv Campground maintains an outdoor pool, marina, and laundry facilities. Additional recreation includes shuffleboard courts, hiking trails, boat rentals, and weekend scheduled activities.
Location and Attractions
Located 18.5 miles from South Bend Regional airport, the property provides access to Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve 1.5 miles away. The St. Joseph River offers fishing and boating opportunities.
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City Center
Buchanan1700 ft
Airports
South Bend Regional (SBN)
17.7
mi
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International (AZO)
63.9
mi
Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Internet
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
General
Parking
Sundry/Convenience store
Sports & Fitness
Pool tables
Services
Laundry
Dining
Picnic area/ Tables
Children
Game room
Spa & Leisure
Outdoor swimming pool
Barbeque grills
Library
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Location
4085 Bear Cave Road,
Buchanan,
Michigan,
United States of America,
Michigan
Map view
4085 Bear Cave Road,
Buchanan,
Michigan,
United States of America,
Michigan
City landmarks
13988 Range Line Rd
Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve
1.4
mi
Parks
Fernwood Botanical Garden
1.4
mi
LaRocco's Leap
4900 ft
Race track
Red Bud Track and Trail
1.0
mi
Oronoko Church
1.6
mi
Fernwood Botanic Garden and Ctr
1.9
mi
Faith Victory Fellowship
2.1
mi
Saint Matthews Baptist Church
3.0
mi
Mount Zion Church of God
3.0
mi
Lively Stone Community Church
3.0
mi
Bethel Apostolic Tabernacle Church
3.1
mi
Nearby
LaRocco's Leap
3900 ft
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
Jamie
United States of America,
March
2025
5.8/10
I had a mixed experience at Bear Cave RV Campground. On the plus side, the scenery along the St. Joseph River was absolutely beautiful, and the staff, especially Yolanda and Katie, were incredibly helpful. However, I did encounter some issues, particularly with muddy spots and a leak in the ladies' room. Overall, it's a lovely site, but it could benefit from a little more maintenance. 🌳🏞️
Rooms
8.0
The grassy areas for tents were nice, but full hookups were quite limited.
Service
8.0
Yolanda and Katie were the hardest working and friendliest staff I've encountered at a campground.
Location
8.0
The campground's location on the river offered great views of boats, adding to the charm of my stay.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed the hot dogs available on-site, which were a nice quick meal.
Facilities
7.0
While the bathrooms were generally nice, I noticed a leak that could use attention.
Mary
United States of America,
February
2025
5.8/10
The campground has potential with a nice staff. but it really needs improvement in several areas. The pool was closed during my visit, and I found the cave unkempt and also closed. The full hookup sites were not reservable, and I was disappointed with the overall setup.
Rooms
6.0
The layout wasn't ideal. many sites were cramped, and I struggled to find a good spot for my trailer.
Service
6.0
The staff was friendly upon check-in, but unfortunately, some information was lacking, especially regarding store hours.
Location
6.0
The campground felt isolated. it was hard to access the sites and navigate through narrow roads.
Dining
5.0
I couldn't buy firewood due to poor stock management, which was disappointing since the store hours weren't clear.
Facilities
6.0
While I did not use the bathhouse or clubhouse, they looked decent. yet overall facilities like the pool and cave were lacking.
Michael
United States of America,
January
2025
6.6/10
I had a mixed experience at Bear Cave RV Campground. The new management is working hard to update the amenities, and I appreciated the spacious park layout and well-maintained grounds. However, there were several issues, like a lack of hot water in the showers and some amenities being unavailable during my stay.
Rooms
6.0
The sites were unassigned and first-come-first-serve. I found a back-in full hookup site that offered decent shade, which I liked.
Service
6.0
Tracy, who checked me in, was wonderful and made sure I was all set. However, the check-in process was a bit frustrating as I needed to call a busy number to get the gate code.
Location
10.0
The campground is conveniently located about 30 minutes from Warren Dunes and St. Joseph, providing plenty of nearby activities to enjoy.
Dining
6.0
I didn't use the dining options, but I did enjoy some pizza outside of the park. There were limited options on-site.
Facilities
5.0
I found the laundry service reasonably priced, but the clubhouse was often closed early, and the hot tub was out of order. Additionally, the bathrooms were antiquated and in need of renovations.
Dave
United States of America,
January
2025
6.8/10
I recently had a stay at Bear Cave RV Campground, and it was a mixed bag. While the location is peaceful and I got a nice full hookup despite it being a busy weekend, the pool was down for maintenance which was a bummer. Overall, I met some friendly folks and enjoyed my time, but there were definitely some issues that brought my experience down.
Rooms
8.0
The hookup site was nice and spacious.
Service
8.0
The staff were really friendly and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
Really quiet and relaxing spot, close to the river.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
I was disappointed to find the pool was down for maintenance.
William
United States of America,
December
2024
5.4/10
My stay at Bear Cave RV Campground was quite disappointing. While the setting is beautiful, the facilities are neglected and the service lacks direction. It's not the tranquil escape I was hoping for, and I won't be returning anytime soon.
Rooms
5.0
The site was uncomfortably tight for my 38' trailer and only offered water and electric, not the full hookups I requested.
Service
5.0
The staff seemed overwhelmed, and the management issues were clearly visible during my visit.
Location
5.0
The campground is in a scenic area, but the constant dust and poor cell service really detracted from the experience.
Dining
5.0
There was a vending machine nearby, but it was mostly empty, which wasn't very convenient.
Facilities
5.0
The pool and hot tub were not operational, and the bathroom facilities were not up to standard.
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