How to Camp Along Sleeping Bear Dunes National Seashore

Camping is a relaxing activity that can help soothe some of the stress we feel in today's world. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Seashore is one of the top spots for this popular past time. Read on for more information on how to camp along Sleeping Bear Dunes National Seashore.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. You may bring an RV to Platte River Campground in the park. You will find electric hook ups, showers and restrooms. In addition, you may tent camp in this campground.
2. The D.H. Day Campground is more rustic in nature. Again, you may bring an RV, but there are not any hookups available. Trailers and tents are also welcome. There are vault toilets within the campground.
   
3. If you would like to backpack, backcountry camping is permitted on North and South Manitou Islands. In order to take advantage of this opportunity, you will need to catch the ferry to the islands.
4. In addition, backcountry camping is available on the mainland at the White Pine and Valley View campgrounds. You may obtain water from Lake Michigan if you camp at White Pine. If you camp at Valley View, you will need to bring your own water.
5. You must pay entrance fees as well as camping fees.
   
6. You may reserve family or group campsites at Platt River Campground. Group campsites can be reserved at D.H. Day and Bay & Weather Station. You must have at least seven people to use a group campsite.
7. If you need to make a reservation, you may do so up to six months in advance by calling [phone] or by going to www.reacreation.gov.