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White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — lakeside, fishing, hiking

EMPIRE, MI4.6 (10)
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White Pine Backcountry Campground is a primitive camp located in the southern district of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, on the lower peninsula of Michigan. It is located approximately two miles from the Trail’s End Road trailhead on the Platte Plains hiking trail south of Empire just off of M-22. This year-round campground has six campsites, two shared fire rings, pit toilet, and two shared animal resistant food storage lockers.

Things to do nearby

Sleeping Bear Dunes National LakeshoreBear Dunes National LakeDesignated Wilderness

Best For

AnglersHikersWildlife watchersFamiliesBackpackers

Site Types

Tent

Amenities

Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Bear Boxes
Fishing
Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

Year-round

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits cost per night?+
White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits costs $13 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits open?+
White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits?+
White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits is primarily a tent camping facility. Contact the campground about RV access.
How do I make reservations at White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits?+
White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
How far is White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits from the nearest town?+
White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits is located in EMPIRE, MI. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.
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