Yogi Bear is coming to Petoskey, Michigan this summer

Yogi Bear is coming to Petoskey, Michigan this summer

Jellystone Park Petoskey to debut May 6th for the summer camping season!

Petoskey is one of the most sought-after destinations in Michigan, offering beautiful parks and forests, the turquoise waters of Little Traverse Bay, and spectacular sunset views over Lake Michigan.

The only thing missing is a Jellystone Park. That’s about to change when the former Petoskey KOA reopens for the summer camping season May 6 as Jellystone Park Petoskey, becoming the sixth Yogi Bear-themed park in Michigan. The Petoskey park further expands the Jellystone Park brand in Michigan, complementing other locations in Frankenmuth, Grayling, North Port Huron, Silver Lake and South Haven.


“The Petoskey area offers many attractions such as bike trails, golf resorts, and nature preserves. With the opening of Jellystone Park Petoskey, we’re creating a destination with lots of memorable activities for families with children,” said Nick DiBella, senior vice president of operations at Sun Outdoors. “This will be a great fit for the Petoskey area.”

Jellystone Park locations are known for providing an exceptionally wide range of attractions and amenities. The Petoskey location will feature a heated swimming pool, a hot tub, sand volleyball, basketball, a gaga ball pit, a children’s playground, a pet playground, a group fire pit, and an onsite cafe.

Jellystone Park locations are also famous for family activities

Jellystone Park locations are also famous for family activities such as foam parties and interactions with Yogi Bear-costumed characters. Weekend-themed activities vary widely by location. Jellystone Park Petoskey’s weekend themes will be announced prior to park’s May 6 opening.

Guests will be greeted by an expanded campground featuring 67 new RV sites, complete with a new comfort station. In addition, 20 new vacation rentals are being added to the property, giving more families the opportunity to experience the fun and excitement that a visit to a Jellystone Park location entails. For more information on the Petoskey location, please visit https://www.sunoutdoors.com/michigan/jellystone-park-petoskey.

About Camp Jellystone

With 75 locations across the United States and Canada, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts feature fun attractions such as pools and water slides, non-stop family activities, up-close fun with Yogi Bear characters, and glamping-style accommodations. For more information about Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, please visit www.jellystonepark.com. For more information on franchising opportunities, please visit www.jellystonefranchise.com. Camp Jellystone is part of Sun Outdoors’ family of brands.

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About Sun Outdoors

Sun Outdoors is a leader in outdoor hospitality and is committed to its mission of offering guests exceptional and transformative outdoor experiences. With over 150 locations across the U.S. and Ontario, Canada, Sun Outdoors offers guest several ways to stay: from RV sites to vacation rentals, from tent camping to glamping, whether they stay for a weekend, season, or longer. Visit www.sunoutdoors.com to learn more.