National Parks / Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
National Lakeshore — MI
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.
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Upcoming Events
- Sleeping Bear Symphony: DH Day Campground Twilight TalkTue Aug 25 2026The D.H. Day Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, walk into the campground and stay to the left. Pass the firewood shed, bathrooms, and site 81. The path to the amphitheater will be on the left.
- A Ripple in Time: Platte River Campground Twilight TalkWed Aug 26 2026The Platte River Campground Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, take the stairs or ramp located to the left. If entering from the campground, walk in from loop 1 on the paved path between sites 104 and 105.
- "Tails" of the Night: DH Day Campground Twilight TalkThu Aug 27 2026The D.H. Day Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, walk into the campground and stay to the left. Pass the firewood shed, bathrooms, and site 81. The path to the amphitheater will be on the left.
- Voices of the Northwoods - The Loon: Platte River Campground Twilight TalkThu Aug 27 2026The Platte River Campground Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, take the stairs or ramp located to the left. If entering from the campground, walk in from loop 1 on the paved path between sites 104 and 105.
- Living With Fire: DH Day Campground Twilight TalkFri Aug 28 2026The D.H. Day Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, walk into the campground and stay to the left. Pass the firewood shed, bathrooms, and site 81. The path to the amphitheater will be on the left.
- "Tails" of the Night: Platte River Campground Twilight TalkFri Aug 28 2026The Platte River Campground Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, take the stairs or ramp located to the left. If entering from the campground, walk in from loop 1 on the paved path between sites 104 and 105.
- The Bones of Lake Michigan: Shipwrecks of Manitou Passage: DH Day Campground Twilight TalkSat Aug 29 2026The D.H. Day Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, walk into the campground and stay to the left. Pass the firewood shed, bathrooms, and site 81. The path to the amphitheater will be on the left.
- Living With Fire: Platte River Campground Twilight TalkSat Aug 29 2026The Platte River Campground Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, take the stairs or ramp located to the left. If entering from the campground, walk in from loop 1 on the paved path between sites 104 and 105.
- Tribal Nations Today in Michigan: Government, Law, and Caring for the LandSat Aug 29 2026This program lasts approximately one hour. Be sure to enter the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive 15-20 minutes prior to the program to allow for travel congestion on the drive. Seating is available at picnic tables. Visitors are welcome to bring their own chairs or blankets.
- Enduring Legacies: D.H. Day Campground AmphitheaterThu Sep 03 2026The D.H. Day Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, walk into the campground and stay to the left. Pass the firewood shed, bathrooms, and site 81. The path to the amphitheater will be on the left.
- "Tails" of the Night: Platte River Campground Twilight TalkThu Sep 03 2026The Platte River Campground Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, take the stairs or ramp located to the left. If entering from the campground, walk in from loop 1 on the paved path between sites 104 and 105.
- "Tails" of the Night: DH Day Campground Twilight TalkFri Sep 04 2026The D.H. Day Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, walk into the campground and stay to the left. Pass the firewood shed, bathrooms, and site 81. The path to the amphitheater will be on the left.
- Living With Fire: DH Day Campground Twilight TalkSat Sep 05 2026The D.H. Day Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, walk into the campground and stay to the left. Pass the firewood shed, bathrooms, and site 81. The path to the amphitheater will be on the left.
- A Ripple in Time: Platte River Campground Twilight TalkSat Sep 05 2026The Platte River Campground Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, take the stairs or ramp located to the left. If entering from the campground, walk in from loop 1 on the paved path between sites 104 and 105.
- Star Party and Candlelight HikeSat Sep 12 2026Dune Climb 6748 S Dune Hwy, Empire, MI 49630