Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Find the best campgrounds near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.
$20 / night
"Located in Empire, Michigan and part of the National Park Service and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore."
"Pretty close to your neighbors, but our site still had some good tree cover. Easy walk to Lake Michigan through the campground. Vaulted toilets, community water and trash."
$22 - $50 / night
"There are electric and non electric sites available as well as group sites and walk in sites."
"One of my Favorite places in Michigan to camp. Out of the way without being out of the way. The walk in sites are a very short walk and well away from the other sites."
"It has a fire pit, nearby bathrooms, WiFi, and was in short driving distance to the Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City."
"This is one of my favorite campgrounds and it’s located in our favorite vacation destination!"
$30 / night
"South Manitou island is part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake shore."
"A few sites offer amazing views of Lake Michigan atop some small bluffs which make this campground amazing."
"This island is a hidden gem 12 miles off the coast of the Sleeping Bear Dunes national Lakeshore, accessible by ferry.."
"After taking a ferry for a few hours across 12 miles of Lake Michigan, you finally arrive on North Manitou Island! The crossing helps to really remove you from the mainland you left behind."
"Weather Station Campground is located on South Manitou Island and offers 20 individual sites and 3 group sites nearby. "
"A relatively short hike and simple hike, Weather Station offers some great scenic views of Lake Michigan."
"Located just a short drive away from many attractions."
"The campground is close to Sleeping Bear Dunes (15 mins) and Traverse City (30 mins). We enjoyed traveling to the city for Cherry Festival and returning to a quiet campground."
"This was the second place on our stop while visiting Michigan. The first place we stayed was nice, but super busy because there was a beach and lake."
"Friendly staff, plenty of space to spread out, really nice not to be so close to your neighbors! Beautiful area you can't go wrong here"
$103 - $130 / night
"Plenty of beautiful views of the lake! You’re tucked away from the main road but also close enough to enjoy nearby Sutton’s Bay ( which is worth a visit)"
"The campground was very shady and situated right on the lake. We stayed in Site #50 and could carry our kayaks across a small grassy field to put in at the edge of the lake."
"It's a great location, just across from Traverse Bay with just across the road. With that being said, one downside is that road, a VERY busy main drag through Traverse City. Very loud."
"Sites are small and pretty close together but shaded with electric at site (134) and centrally located bathhouse with hot water and well kept. Dish washing station available."
ScoutThis is a very nice campground, it's on Casino Property and they did an excellent job. All sites have Electric Water Sewer, and I believe cable. They also have a dump station. There are no site firepits, but they do have a place for fires. All sites have concrete pads and wide asphalt roads. Showers are in the clubhouse. The staff is friendly and also staff and grounds keepers are very helpful. The area close by within 3-4 miles has just about everything You may need. The only downfall is if there is one for everything You get is price. But again it's a very nice e place.
ScoutThis campground lacks full hookup. We like it fine it is just the inconvenience of only a dump station. It is a small city owned campground. Sites are gravel. Has a shower house. Most sites have a great Michigan views. Only 30 amp and water hookup.
TravelerMy wife and I pulled into this campground on July 3rd at 10:30am and had 8 sites (out of 26) to choose from. By the end of the day and for the next 3 it was packed, but I was shocked to get a site for the 4th of July in this area. Our neighbors were far away and very quiet and. Pit toilets were cleaned more than once a day during our stay. Can't recommend this place more.
ScoutI've hiked and kayaked this trail on a few occasions and I can confidently say this is one of my favorite trails in all of Michigan. You have the option to do the loop, they allow dispersed camping, and there is plenty to see and do. Waterfalls, river bends, wildlife, this trail has it all. Best thing to do is camp for 2 nights and take your time. Loved it.
GuideNice spot by the river. Free during the off season and reserving during the summertime just costs the reservation fee from recreation.gov
ScoutNice, convenient, lightly used.
ScoutSite 69 was large enough for our class C 31ft motorhome, didn't take much to level. It did rain pretty hard plus wind and with lots of trees many branches and such on top of our rig afterwards. That doesn't bother me but if it bothers you , you may want another place being this has lots of trees.
ScoutTypical rustic camper, so camping close to others is not my typical cup of tea, but I messed up my rustic campsite reservation by week and managed to get the last open spot for the weekend in the main campground. First up - Park Staff at check-in. 6/5. Incredibly helpful. Let me do a drive by of the site to check if I would fit, and stalled someone on the phone who called about that last site while I checked it out. Campsites- be prepared to deal with sloping ground. Bathrooms - clean, Camp store - kind of sparse. Campfire Wood - the stuff they sell works for a quick fire but not long lasting. Buy some larger logs from in town.
TravelerPretty good campground other than it’s right off M-66 and you can hear the traffic, but the campground is clean and nice, right on spring lake with easy access if you like to boat, kayak, or fish. The north country trail runs right through the campground and you can also hike the fife lake loop here
Camping near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan, offers a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful landscapes and a variety of campgrounds, there’s something for everyone.
Camping near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan, is a great way to enjoy nature and create lasting memories. Whether you’re in an RV or tent, there’s a spot waiting for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore offers a wide range of camping options, with 128 campgrounds and RV parks near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 4 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is D.H. Day Campground — Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore with a 4.6-star rating from 52 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 parks near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore that allow camping, notably Sleeping Bear Dunes and Huron-Manistee National Forests.
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