Your Up North Summer Starts Here.
Set up once. Arrive, relax and enjoy the entire summer season at Alpen Bluffs Outdoor Resort. Introducing a shorter RV membership designed around the summer you actually have time to enjoy.
30/50 amp + 120V • Water • Sewer
+ Monthly Submetered Utilities
Leave the RV. Come Back Whenever You Want.
Between school, sports, work and busy family schedules, a full five-month RV season may be more than you need.
Summer Escape is built around the heart of the Northern Michigan summer, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
- No repeated booking for every getaway
- No towing the RV back and forth all summer
- No setting up and tearing down every weekend
- One convenient home base for your summer vacations
More Than a Site. It's a Resort.
Summer Escape members enjoy resort amenities, recreation, seasonal dining and entertainment throughout their membership.
Full-Service Back-In RV Sites
Set up for the summer on a spacious concrete pad site with full hookups. Enjoy the convenience of having your RV ready for every visit.
Set Up Once. Enjoy All Summer.
Your Summer Escape site gives you a convenient home base for weekends, vacation weeks and time spent Up North.
With your RV set up and ready, you can spend less time preparing for the trip and more time enjoying the resort.
- Full-service back-in RV sites
- Concrete pad accommodations
- 30/50 amp + 120V electrical service
- Water and sewer hookups
- Fiber internet connectivity
- Access to resort amenities
Summer Escape Memberships are offered on select back-in RV sites. Membership rates start at $4,000 and vary by site location. Monthly submetered utilities are additional. Site locations, configurations and availability are subject to change.
The Perks Make Summer Even Better.
Your Summer Escape Membership goes beyond an RV site, with resort recreation, entertainment and exclusive savings.
Resort Recreation
- Unlimited 18-hole mini golf
- Outdoor swimming pool and hot tub
- Pickleball with free equipment
- Free lawn games
- Sand volleyball
- Playground
- Hammock garden
Comfort & Convenience
- Free fiber internet
- 24-hour dog park access
- 24-hour bath facilities
- 24-hour laundry facility
- On-site restaurant, subject to seasonal hours
- Bluff Club entertainment area
Activities & Member Savings
- 25% off golf simulator rentals
- Free golf club rentals
- 15% off Alpen Market apparel
- Special events and live music
- Themed weekends
- Additional waterpark and rental benefits
Amenities and scheduled events are subject to operating hours, weather and availability. Certain attractions, rentals and dining purchases may require additional payment.
More Fun at Inukshuk Shores.
Your Summer Escape Membership includes special perks at Alpen Bluffs' exciting floating aquatic park.
- Free observer passes for the season
- Four free all-day waterpark passes
- $125 per-person Seasonal Splash Pass option
- 25% off floating cabana rentals
- Discounted daily and seasonal passes
Waterpark benefits are subject to park operating dates, safety requirements, availability and applicable pass terms.
Member Savings & Helpful Details
Member Rental Savings
Enjoy 50% off daily rentals of golf carts, bicycles and pedal carts. The following rental pricing is advertised for members.
| Rental | Daily | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| 4-Person Golf Cart | $50 | $550 |
| Bicycle | $15 | — |
| Pedal Cart | $15 | — |
Rental availability and requirements apply. Monthly pricing is shown separately from the advertised daily rental discount.
Parking, Visitors & Golf Carts
- One additional vehicle: Free North Lot seasonal parking, subject to limited availability and parking pass.
- Visitor parking: $10 per vehicle, per day in the Southeast Lot.
- Visitor Pass: $10 per person, per day.
- Personal golf carts: $50 registration charge.
Summer Escape member must be present. All guests must be registered and comply with resort policies.
Plus! Free Winter Storage on Your Site Pad.
Included when you renew your seasonal site for the following year, subject to the renewal agreement and resort requirements.
Prefer a Full May-to-October Season?
Alpen Bluffs also offers traditional 2027 Seasonal RV Memberships running May 15 through October 15. Compare your options and choose the membership that fits your lifestyle.
Planning Your Summer Escape
When does the 2027 Summer Escape Membership run?
The Summer Escape Membership runs from May 27 through September 6, 2027, covering the Memorial Day through Labor Day summer vacation period.
Is the membership $4,000 for every RV site?
Summer Escape Memberships start at $4,000. Rates vary by site location, and monthly submetered utilities are additional. Our team can provide pricing for currently available sites.
What type of RV sites are offered?
Summer Escape Memberships are offered on select full-service back-in RV sites. These feature concrete pads, electrical service, water and sewer hookups. Site configurations and availability vary.
Can I leave my RV on my site between visits?
Yes. Summer Escape is designed to let you keep your approved RV set up on your assigned site during the membership period, subject to the membership agreement and resort rules.
Can I come up for just weekends or vacation weeks?
Absolutely. You don't need to stay continuously. Enjoy your assigned RV site throughout your membership period according to your schedule and the resort's membership policies.
Are the resort amenities included?
Your Summer Escape Membership includes numerous recreational amenities and member benefits, including unlimited mini golf, pool and hot tub access, pickleball, free fiber internet and special discounts. Some attractions, rentals, food and activities require additional payment.
Does Summer Escape include waterpark admission?
The membership includes four free all-day waterpark passes, free seasonal observer passes and discounts on additional waterpark admission. Members may also purchase a $125-per-person Seasonal Splash Pass. Applicable park and pass terms apply.
Can I leave my RV for the winter?
Free winter storage on your site pad is offered when you renew your seasonal site for the following year, subject to the applicable renewal terms. Ask the Alpen Bluffs team about requirements before making plans.
How do I inquire about a membership?
Complete the inquiry form below or call Alpen Bluffs at 989-470-7070. Our team can help you review available RV sites, membership pricing, requirements and next steps.
Your Summer Is Calling.
Less towing. Less setup. More time enjoying everything Northern Michigan has to offer.
Summer Escape Memberships are available at Alpen Bluffs Outdoor Resort in Gaylord, Michigan. Contact our team about available sites and membership options.
- May 27 – September 6, 2027
- Memberships starting at $4,000
- Full-service back-in RV sites
- Monthly submetered utilities additional
- Resort amenities and exclusive member benefits
- Limited site availability
254 Little League Drive
Gaylord, Michigan 49735
Request Summer Escape Information
Interested in spending summer 2027 at Alpen Bluffs? Complete the form and our team will follow up with membership availability and details.