Established Camping
Platte River Campground — Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
<strong>Platte River Campground will be closed for the month of May 2024</strong> while it undergoes pavement preservation. As a result, <strong>reservations will not be released for the month of May 2024.</strong> Availability will continue to be released on a 6-month rolling basis from June 1 through October 15, 2024. If the project is completed ahead of schedule, the campground will reopen, and sites will be released for booking on recreation.gov. Updates can be found at: <a href="http://www.nps.gov/slbe/planyourvisit/conditions.htm" rel="nofollow">www.nps.gov/slbe/planyourvisit/conditions.htm</a>
The Ironman Michigan triathlon will be taking place <strong>Sunday, September 15, 2024.</strong> The bike course takes place on M-22 and will have significant impact on local traffic. M-22 will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 2 p.m. between the City of Frankfort and Esch Road. <ul> <li><strong>To avoid road closures, arriving campers should not arrive before the scheduled check-in time of 2 p.m.</strong></li> <li><strong>To avoid road closures, departing campers should exit by 8:30 a.m. via Deadstream Road, Platte Road, or M-22 northbound. Southbound M-22 will be closed.</strong></li> </ul>
About
National Park Service
Sleeping Bear Dunes
Overview
Platte River Campground is located in the southern district of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, on the lower peninsula of Michigan. This year-round facility is one of the most popular campgrounds in the park. It is within walking distance of the Platte River and a short walk or…
Fee Info
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileFair
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Beautiful spot, excellent facilities and staff.
Beautiful campground with large well treed cites for around $24 with no power. Free showers and dish washing facilities. Amazing rangers with tons of info! Also worth checking out the fish hatchery on the platte.
Some Private sites
Platt River CG: Sept 2023 (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer). I rate based on desire for at least a moderate wilderness type experience w at least some camp site privacy. Overall Rating: 3.5 Price 2023: $18 w senior discount Usage during visit: VERY full Site Privacy: Most…
Modern Bliss
Immaculate modern campground. Clean and spacious facilities, helpful staff.
Location
Platte River Campground — Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is located in Michigan
Directions
From the east (Traverse City): Take State Highway M-72 west to Empire. Turn south on State Highway M-22. Proceed 10 miles 16 km) (and turn right on Lake Michigan Road. Follow the signs to Platte River Campground.From the south (US-31/M-115): At the junction of U.S. Route 31 and M-115, continue north for seven miles (11 km). Turn left on Platte Road. Proceed five miles and turn right on M-22. Proceed one mile (1.6 km) and turn left on Lake Michigan Road. Follow the signs to Platte River Campground. PHYSICAL CAMPGROUND ADDRESS: 5685 Lake Michigan Road, Honor, MI, 49640
Address
SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE
9922 FRONT STREET
Empire, MI 49630
Coordinates
44.7127778 N
86.1177778 W