Warren Dunes State Park Campground

I’m very familiar with Warren Dunes but this was my first time camping here. Great walks and hikes and the short drive to the beach is a plus. The sites aren’t too private and can fill up quickly. The bathrooms were clean and stocked. I read lots of reviews about the noise from the road and nearby highway and I didn’t think it would bother me, but I was wrong. I wish I had some ear plugs because I had difficulty falling asleep. Overall great place, especially for beginner campers as there is a small onsite store for camp basics. Three stars due to noise and not much privacy.

Stayed for 3 days/2 nights. Place was a little crowded, but once it got dark it was quiet and peaceful. Most spots were fairly out in the open, but we had a nice spot with a few trees hiding us on 3 sides and not too far from water or bathroom trail. Bathrooms were decent and we liked the private showers, warm water!

Overall, great walking paths, hiking and the beach was a great bonus after an afternoon climbing the dunes!

The only major downfall was the price of everything at the little store. $6 for an ice cream sandwich!?! No thanks! However, be sure to visit The Beach Bucket for your ice cream cravings on those hot days!! They also have firewood which burned so much better than what the camp store offered.

Stayed at site 201 at the Hildebrandt campground. Sites are smallish. Most sites have some shade, but little privacy in between. The scenery wasnt that great, mostly vine like trees you'd see in a flood plain. The water pump was out during our stay and needed to go to the station near the modern campground.

We were scheduled to stay for 3d/2n but plans changed due to weather from hurricane beryl. It started to rain in the first evening and we had a mini creek running through our site. With the amount of rain projected to be on its way we could only imagine it being completely flooded.

Mosquitoes were awful even before the rain. Vault toilets were well taken care of.

If you want quite or the sound of nature, this campground is not for you. You can hear road traffic and trains at all times, especially at night. The general store near the campground entrance is a nice convenience if you forgot something or need ice/fire wood.

It is wonderful though how close the Campground are to Lake Michigan/warren dunes, which is why we stayed.

Went with my in laws who have a camper (I typically camp rustic). The site we were at was smaller and narrow. There was also a lot of noise from the I-94 freeway nearby while trying to sleep.

While the hiking was good and the beach beautiful, they don’t allow alcohol which is my favorite post hike/beach activity.

Overall I’d do a day trip for the hiking and beach, but stay elsewhere.

While, this state park seems relatively small. The spaces are very big. They have a great little general store. The beach is just down the drive. Mood is mellow and relaxing place. Small con-a little bit of flooding. Despite other reviews online no radiation from the nuclear power plant.

This campground is a place to stay while you visit the huge dunes. Developed sites are very small and close together. Sand/grass pads that are not defined. Undeveloped or tent area was almost empty and bigger but no electric. Cabin area has best sites. Cabins are small. Limited toilets. Public beach was nice...quite a few people. Separate area for dogs to play on the beach. Hike the dunes for a great workout

Small campsites, but great hiking trails. Found lots of pawpaw fruit and loved playing on the beach after a nice hike. Lots of road noise at night and the sites aren’t very private.

Dunes are gorgeous but honestly I'd rather have gone for a day trip and camped elsewhere for the price. Breakers and outlet on the power pole in the site were falling into the box, showers and bathrooms are a bit worn out etc. Campsites are side by side and it was more packed than a Walmart parking lot. Make sure you bring supplies or treats, the "camp store" was charging $9 for a bag of Doritos...

Park was packed going into the weekend was fully booked. Very standard park with electric only on out site. The beach is the big draw and super fun for the family with food trucks and big ole sand dunes to climb!

I stayed August 15th-18th, 2023. We were in Hildebrandt campsite 210. Very spacious, respectful neighbors, and the pit toilets were not atrocious, maybe just slightly smelly at times. Overall worth the time and trip.

This is our second time visiting this campground coming from Iowa. We love it! Super close to the beach about 2 miles from the campground, HOT showers, very clean bathrooms, spacious campsites. Warren dunes beach is so pretty and it’s one of our favs.

Clean. Friendly Atmosphere! Overall the best I’ve been in a long time. 

Quick getaway from Indy to put your toes in the sand. Easy access to trails and beach. Enjoyed the taco and ice cream trucks as well as kayaks. Enjoyed seeing the wild turkeys.

Amazing views from the afternoon and the tops of the hills great for picnics with family and friends

We stayed for two nights and enjoyed it. It cost $45 per night plus $10 for a park pass each day plus a $8 reservation fee, which was way too much for the amenities provided. We enjoyed the nearby trails and having modern stores nearby. You will hear the highway at night. There is a lot of poison ivy along the woods, so be careful!

We arrived at Warren Dunes a little after check in and immediately noticed how tight some of the spots are and the bugs were terrible! This was the first campground we really didn't spend much time around the fire. The sites are a considerable size but can be hard to maneuver without annoying other campers. The park itself was pretty nice. The dog beach was a nice touch, if people actually picked up after their dogs, it could be much better. There are food trucks that come down to the beach for some really good food. Climbing the dunes is pretty cool, do it in the morning or late afternoon to beat the heat. Remember to bring bug spray in July and August.

My partner and I stayed at this campground overnight, and we loved it! Showers and bathrooms were clean and easy to find/access. We’ll be visiting again :)

The dull roar of I-94 traffic was constant at all hours, and the louder/closer traffic of cars speeding down Red Arrow Highway directly behind the campground made even earplugs insufficient to get much sleep. A few sites seemed to have a bit more grass coverage, but the one I stayed at and the majority of others in the Hildebrandt loop were basically just dusty dirt lots. Sites are directly next to each other, no privacy between sites. Trees were scarce at my site, and there was nowhere to hang a hammock.

Dunes worth seeing. Not as dog friendly as one would think. Have dog beach but have yo walk a mile to get to it and must keep dogs on leash. One could easily access beach from parking lot but they do not allow dogs in lot. Sites moderately sized but usually little veg between for privacy. Located in beautiful mature hardwood forest. I would stay again. Showers are busy but fairly clean.

The walk to the beach access is a beautiful one, and the beach is astounding! Pet friendly!

I just moved here with my family about 10 minutes down the road from Warren Dunes, and Warren Dunes is one of the main reasons why we moved here. I’ve been coming to this park since I was a kid, and we usually camp there once or twice a year. This year I think we’ve camped there at least 10 times now that we’re right down the street! I’m 36 now, so it’s safe to say that I pretty much know the park like the back of my hand, and it truly has become a home away from home. Actually I prefer being there over my main home. 😁Warren Dunes provides one of the most beautiful beaches on Michigan’s West Coast (and in the world, for that matter) where you can kayak, board, etc. with rentals available, there are miles of incredible hiking trails with dune and forest terrain, and it’s open all year around, so you can camp there in the winter and enjoy winter activities like cross country skiing and viewing the amazing frozen waves! Some of the greatest memories of my life have been created at Warren Dunes, and we continue to create magical and unforgettable memories there today as it is indeed, a home away from home!

Hildebrandt Campground--

The campground itself was great. The sites were pretty close together and not and tree barrier between them. It was super close to the beach and tons of things to do in the area. We stayed Sunday through Thursday and it was pretty empty. However it POURED down rain 2/4 of those nights. I don't just mean a steady drizzle, it almost blew our tent down. It got pretty crazy. There were lots of sites completely under water the next morning. We got pretty lucky to not have any standing water in ours. Now the mosquitos! Insane! I've never seen more mosquitos in my life. You literally couldn't even walk out of your tent without being swarmed. The woman at the campstore said it wasn't usual to be that bad. We kept a fire going and it seemed to help a bit. I'd definitely recommend visiting the produce stand right down the road. They had every vegetable and fruit you could imagine. The strawberries were the best I've had. I'd probably stay there again and pay attention to the weather a bit more.

Great park with lots to do, all the MI state park amenities, and natural beauty. However, you can hear the highway traffic from the campgrounds and the sites are pretty open with little privacy from your neighbors.

Camp ground was located off a main road but plenty far to have little noise. The camp is located inside the park so you go into 2 gates but really don't have to wait at the first main park gate outside the first time in. The spots were wide but not deep and the really only bad remark I have is the lack of any stone or gravel. The spots are mostly dirty sand and not real good for keeping dirt out of the camper or leveling the camper. Some gravel would make a world of difference here. The hook up at some sites we're almost on the wrong side of the camper but located in the rear of the site. The showers and bathrooms suffer from the lack of gravel also. Alot of times dirt was tracked into the bathrooms. Being right in the state park is nice. We spent alot of time at the dog beach which is super nice. And is also a great spot for sunsets. The water is also really clear here. The beach has bathroom facilities and food trucks for snacks.

This is the campground I grew up going to. It is a fantastic park with a beautiful beach. I've visited many dune parks along Lake Michigan, but there is a grandness about these ones that I haven't found elsewhere. If you are looking for somewhere to be active and climb and hike the dunes, few places beat here. The beach is also a wonderful place to be active. The water is the perfect depth for splashing around or swimming laps. Dogs are allowed on the far side of the beach too!

There is access to the dunes from the campground. It is a fantastic dune to climb, but is very steep so be prepared. Once at the top of the first dune, there are lots of dunes and sand bowls to run down and climb back up. If you are feeling super adventurous, you can hike across the dunes from the campground to the beach. That is an intense hike and I don't recommend taking kids or dogs (especially on hot days). I was a kid when I did it last and I vowed to never do it again. It might not be as it seemed then, but better to be prepared. For those who want to save their energy for the beach, you can drive there. The parking lot is huge.

If you are just looking to relax at camp, Warren is still great! The bathrooms are always clean enough and the showers have warm water. The campsites are well spaced and many of them are shaded. There are lots of little trails throughout the campground to get you to the bathroom quickly.

I have fond memories of playing on the playground as a kid (and it still looks fun now too). There is a nice field to play catch in as well.

The only downside is the price. Michigan state parks are always pricey.

Lots of campers packed in, but we enjoyed the brief stay

Primitive sites are spacious, well spaced & reasonably flat. All sites are sandy with a raised fire ring, (no ground fires allowed). Walkable facilities are outhouses, although all campers may use the facilities in the RV grounds. Even if you don't need the power, etc I'd sugest the RV sites as they are a bit quieter, the highway noise at the primitive site did not diminish all night.

All Inclusive! If you love a campground 3 minutes from Lake Michigan with plenty of amenities, this is your place. The Mount Randall campground has 2 loops with all electric sites. The first loop on your left provides more privacy with pull in type shandy, sites. There are 2 or 3 small rustic cabins as well. The loop to the right, has more open sites that sit flat to the road. We camped here. Our 2 sites did not provide trees for hammocks or even a good laundry line. Both loops have a central bath house with individual showers opening off the central breezeway. There is a camp store with wood ice, snacks, fun stuff and things you forgot or never knew you needed! We visited during the pandemic and only 2 water pumps were available, but worked fine. There is a primitive/rustic campground as well and we may like that better as we prefer privacy and quiet over convenience.

The beach is a good one. There are 3 parking lots and plenty of sandy beach. You can climb the dunes and hike the dune trails, rent kayaks, or grab food from the concession area. There were also food trucks there when we visited.

Overall, a great choice for summer fun with the kids and I would think pretty gorgeous come fall too.

Wrapping up our recent tour of Michigan campgrounds, we caught some sun at the beach after a quick sprint up the dunes (actually just the 8-year old climbed to the top - the parents were too hot and tired). Alas, the beach showed heavy use with sand that was just a bit grittier than shores we visited in the northern mitten.

We found a quiet site (168) near a small playground with clean bathrooms and a camp store with a woodsy fun feel selling souvenirs, shirts, snacks, and scooter rentals. Minor concerns were the heavy trash that backed up at the dumpster after a busy weekend and the thick cloud of campfire smoke that lingers at bedtime when the land breeze shifts in. But hey, it’s camping.

Check in was easy but you might have to wait on a busy day. General store by entrance has mostly everything you need at slightly inflated prices. Lots of big RVs when we were there. You can hike or about a 5 to 10 minute drive to the beach. Huge, beautiful dunes on the beach.