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About D.h. Day Campground
Number of accommodations: 82
Activities & Attractions
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Year-round
Fishing
Hiking
Summer
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- Beach Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (636)
What Guests Are Saying
D.H. Day Campground is praised for its beautiful location, with easy access to Lake Michigan and nearby trails, making it ideal for families and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff and well-maintained sites, highlighting the peaceful atmosphere and privacy of certain campsites. While some reviews mention issues with bathrooms and the presence of poison ivy, the overall experience is positive, with many campers planning to return for future visits.
What Guests Are Saying
D.H. Day Campground is praised for its beautiful location, with easy access to Lake Michigan and nearby trails, making it ideal for families and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff and well-maintained sites, highlighting the peaceful atmosphere and privacy of certain campsites. While some reviews mention issues with bathrooms and the presence of poison ivy, the overall experience is positive, with many campers planning to return for future visits.
Review Summary
Erica T
VerifiedJuly 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 64, Loop: Upper
Of all the State and National parks we’ve visited and camped in, Sleeping Bear Dunes is our favorite. As close to paradise as you can get! Dh day is a simple campground, and about half the sites are small with little to no privacy, but the other half are great and the campground’s location and setting CANNOT BE BEAT!!! A 5 minute walk to the waterfront/beach, 10min walk to glen haven, 5min drive to Glen arbor, etc… honestly for a campground as busy as this one I wish they had one bathroom at the campground that had flush toilets, sinks, and showers. Otherwise, choose your site with care and you can’t go wrong!
susan b
VerifiedJuly 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: Generator
On the whole a lovely place. Campsites are amazing; beach is amazing; rangers are kind and helpful. Only complaint: the outhouse/bathrooms. They *really* need to be cleaned more regularly. The stench on the day(s) before cleaning is toxic. Almost unbearable. Very crowded sites, so i think perhaps higher capacity usage than the cleaning schedule was accomodating.
Mackenzie M
VerifiedJuly 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 59, Loop: Upper
Beautiful sights, but beware of poison ivy EVERYWHERE. Amphitheater fishing show was great just wish the bathrooms weren’t full of flies.
Cheryl B
VerifiedJuly 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 77, Loop: Upper
We love this campground and the beautiful bike trail that goes through it! Thank you for your care in keeping it up!
Zachary K
VerifiedJuly 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 46, Loop: Upper
Spacious sites, quiet, and close to the top Sleeping Bear attractions.
David R
VerifiedJuly 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: Upper
The campsite was well maintained but surrounded by poison ivy. The reason for 4 stars is that the latrines had lots of flies, which made using the latrines even less desirable than normal.
Mary B
VerifiedJuly 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: Upper
This campground is always full yet never feels crowded. Swimming in Lake Michigan at night (no sharks!) Right before bed during the golden hour of summer.is one ofnour favorite parts. Glen Haven (beautiful beach and hiking trail) and Glen Arbor (town with good food, mini golf, and low and high end tourist shops) are only a short bike ride away and a fun place to explore if you have older, independent kids. The roadside beaches are fun to explore too. We are exploring so much we only use our campsite to sleep.
Tetiana Z
VerifiedJuly 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: Generator
My stay here was an amazing experience. I loved the place and enjoyed every moment there. It was definitely worth the 5-hour drive, and I already know I’ll be back again for sure.
A huge thank-you to the staff for their help. I ran into issues with online reservations and payment while trying to book the last available spot. They handled everything for me, they took the time to call and arrange the booking. You’re the best!
Because of your great support, I was able to extend my stay for one more day. Thank you again for making it happen.
Elaine M
VerifiedJuly 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: Generator
The campground was very nice and we enjoyed our stay
Hiro K
VerifiedJuly 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 51, Loop: Upper
I think this campground don't get enough praise. Especially the sites near the lake are great for strolling down the beach, star gazing at night, and having a campfire at the beach. It was amazing!!
Location D.h. Day Campground
Address:
8010 W. Harbor Hwy. (M 109)
Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
United States
From Empire, MI: Drive north on M-22 for 2 miles (3.2 km) to the intersection of M-109, turn left onto M-109, continue for another 5.3 miles (8.5 km) past the Scenic Drive, Dune Climb & entrance to the D.H. Day Group Campground. The entrance to this campground will be on your left.
From Glen Arbor, MI: Drive west on M-109 for 1.4 miles (2.2 km), the entrance to this campground will be on your right.
Physical Address: 8000 W. Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI 49636
D.H. Day Campground is accessible via M-22 and M-109, with both highways providing direct access to the campground from surrounding areas.
Elevation: 182 feet
1.6 mi drive to downtown Glen Arbor (about 3 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
General
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore charges an entrance fee for each vehicle (apart from camping fees). You may pay the entrance fee upon arrival at a staffed location. The park also honors Federal interagency passes (e.g., annual, senior, access, 4th grade, Golden Age pass etc.). For more information visit the park's Fees & Passes web page. NOTE: Effective March 1, 2023, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore accepts card payment only at staffed locations (no cash or checks). Current Vehicle Fees (reviewed October 2023): $25 Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore entrance fee (1-7 days). $45 Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Annual pass (if camping more than 7 days). Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore does not honor the Michigan Recreation Passport which only covers entrance fees for Michigan State Parks.
- CAMPGROUND REGULATIONS: Updated January 2025BE A GOOD CAMPER. PLEASE OBEY THE FOLLOWING REGULATIONS.- Campers must check in at the campground office upon arrival. Change sites only with approval of the park ranger at the campground office.- Campers must notify the campground if they will not arrive within 24 hours of the check in time. Phone : 231-326-4700, ext. 5045. If they do not, their reservation will be cancelled and they will be charged the first night's camping fee plus an additional $20 no-show fee.- Camping is permitted ONLY in designated areas on parking pads & established tent pads. All vehicles and trailers must remain on roadway surfaces and off vegetation.- No more than six (6) people will be permitted on a site.- LIMIT TWO (2) VEHICLES permitted on a site: only one may be a truck camper, camper trailer, boat trailer, or motor-home.- Noise levels must be controlled at all times to avoid disturbing other campers.- Generator use is allowed only in campsites 1-31. Generators may be used from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm.- Camping is limited to 14 TOTAL DAYS per designated campground between Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. Camping equipment may not remain on a site for more than 14 days, even if used by a different person or group.- ACTIVE BEAR AREA: Store food, drinks, ice chests/coolers, toiletries, trash/recyclables, and all scented items in a sealed vehicle, RV, or food storage locker day and night. Never feed wildlife.- To prevent and slow the spread of forest pests and diseases, You may only burn firewood from NPS approved vendors. A list of approved vendors is available .- Confine all fires to the fire ring and burn ONLY dead, down and detached wood or charcoal. Fires must be completely extinguished with water before leaving a campsite. Do not leave fires unattended.- It is unlawful to cut, destroy, damage or remove ANY standing tree, shrub or plant, or possess any green vegetation within the park, including flowers. Do not injure trees with nails or by hanging hot lanterns on or against the trunk.- Bicycles are to be used on roads or the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail only and are prohibited in walk-in and group campsites. Roller blades, skates, skateboards, scooters, and similar devices are prohibited in the campground.- Wheeled devices are prohibited on foot trails, including wheelbarrows, wagons, carts & trailers. Do not create short-cuts.- Pets must be on a six-foot (6 ft./1.8 m) leash at all times. Do not leave pets unattended and tied to an object. Pet owners are responsible for the cleanup of all excrement.- Containers must be kept under drains and emptied only at the dump station.- The washing of dishes, hands, hair, or brushing teeth, etc. at outdoor water faucets is prohibited. Washing vehicles at the dump station is prohibited.- Do NOT burn trash/garbage in fire rings. ALL trash/garbage must be disposed of in provided dumpsters.- Do NOT relocate fire rings.- Do NOT park any portion of your vehicle or camper on tent pads.Failures to follow these regulations may result in removal from the campground.
- Poison Ivy. Poison Ivy is abundant at the campground and throughout the lakeshore. Tent pads and campsite driveways are kept clear of poison ivy. However there may be poison ivy lining the boundary of the campsite. Ticks. Ticks are common throughout the Lakeshore & are often found in tall grass and shrubs. To learn how to avoid and remove ticks, visit the Avoiding Ticks page on the Centers for Disease Control DC website.
- Beach Safety. The park has pebble beaches rather than pure sand. Water shoes are recommended. There are no lifeguards on duty at any of the park beaches--swim at your own risk. Beach fires are only allowed between the water and the first dune. No fires are permitted in dune grass. Never leave fires unattended and extinguish them with water only. NEVER BURY A BEACH FIRE WITH SAND.
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
