D.H. Day Campground

Overview

D.H. Day Campground is located in the northern district of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, on the lower peninsula of Michigan. This rustic campground is one of the most popular in Northern Michigan and is open (weather permitting) from April 27 through the 4th Sunday in November.

Operator

National Park

Camping types

Tent

Fee

From $25 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

231-326-4700 ext 5035

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around D.H. Day Campground, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Shauger Hill TrailHike · 2.1 mi long · 3.2 mi from camp

  Skiers are advised to take the trail in reverse, starting from the ski trail sign at the parking lot. OpenStreetMap

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• Sleeping Bear Point TrailHike · 2.1 mi long · 1.1 mi from camp

  A loop trail maintained by NPS.

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• Sleeping Bear Point Spur TrailHike · 0.4 mi long · 1.2 mi from camp

  A trail maintained by NPS.

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• Dune TrailHike · 1.8 mi long · 1.5 mi from camp

  A trail maintained by NPS.

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• Alligator Hill TrailTrailhead · 0.5 mi from campShow on map
• Cottonwood TrailHike · 1.5 mi long · 1.8 mi from camp

  A loop trail starting near Stop 4: Cottonwood Trail (Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive).

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Scenic sights

• Islands LookoutViewpoint · 0.9 mi from campShow on map
• Sleeping Bear PointViewpoint · 1.4 mi from camp

  A viewpoint near Sleeping Bear Point Trail.

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• The Sleeping BearPeak · 965 ft · 2.9 mi from campShow on map
• Prospect HillPeak · 863 ft · 3.0 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• Crystal MountainSkiing and snowshoeing · 25.8 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.