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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Compare the linked campgrounds, then narrow down to actual numbered sites using your equipment, people and vehicles.

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5Linked campgrounds
270Supported overnight records
260Sites with multi-field evidence
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A closer look at the destination

Miles of sand beach, bluffs that tower 450’ above Lake Michigan, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna make up the natural world of Sleeping Bear Dunes. High dunes afford spectacular views across the lake. An island lighthouse, US Life-Saving Service stations, coastal villages, and picturesque farmsteads reflect the park’s rich maritime, agricultural, and recreational history.

Operator-supplied destination description. Amenities and restrictions may apply to the wider area rather than each campsite.

Different campground sizes

Site counts help compare the scale of the listed options. They do not measure crowding, privacy or how busy a place will feel.

25 or fewer sites
3
26–100 sites
1
Over 100 sites
1

What is documented across these sites?

Each count represents distinct site records with usable evidence in that decision group. A documented “No” counts as evidence; it does not count as a match for your trip.

Equipment
262
Length evidence
223
Party limits
270
Vehicle limits
248
Electrical service
90
Shade
136
Driveway details
222

Usable evidence may still need interpretation. Published length limits are screening clues, not a verified fit guarantee.

Operator directions
From the south (Detroit or Chicago areas) :Take US-31, US-131, US-27 to M-115 & M-37, I-75 and M-72 North to Traverse City, then west on M-72 to the Village of Empire. You will see the visitor center as you enter Empire on your right. You may also get to Empire from the south via US-31 to Ludington and then north to Manistee. You can follow either US-31 or M-22 from north of Manistee. From the north (Michigan's Upper Peninsula), take I-75 to Grayling and follow M-72 to Traverse City or take US-31 south

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5 linked places · A–Z

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Michigan · published-coordinate region

D.H. Day Campground

82 supported campsite records

82 sites with multi-field evidenceMichigan · published-coordinate region

D.H. Day Group Campground

4 supported campsite records

1 site with multi-field evidenceMichigan · published-coordinate region

Platte River Campground

171 supported campsite records

171 sites with multi-field evidenceMichigan · published-coordinate region

South Manitou Group Campground

6 supported campsite records

6 sites with multi-field evidenceMichigan · published-coordinate region

White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits

7 supported campsite records

0 sites with multi-field evidence
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