Warning
GeneralThe Ironman Michigan triathlon will be taking place Sunday, September 20, 2026.The bike course takes place on M-22 and will have significant impact on local traffic. M-22 will be closed from 8:30 am to approximately 2 pm between the City of Frankfort and Esch Road.To avoid road closures, arriving campers should not arrive before the scheduled check-in time of 2 pm.To avoid road closures, departing campers should exit by 8:30 am via Deadstream Road, Platte Road, or M-22 northbound. Southbound M-22 will be closed.
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Average nightly rates171 total sites
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About Platte River Campground
Number of accommodations: 171
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
River Access
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (828)
What Guests Are Saying
Platte River Campground is a well-maintained, beautiful location perfect for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and kayaking, with easy access to Lake Michigan. Campers appreciate the clean facilities, including bathrooms and hot showers, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. The spacious, private sites offer a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite destination for many who return year after year.
What Guests Are Saying
Platte River Campground is a well-maintained, beautiful location perfect for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and kayaking, with easy access to Lake Michigan. Campers appreciate the clean facilities, including bathrooms and hot showers, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. The spacious, private sites offer a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite destination for many who return year after year.
Review Summary
greg w
VerifiedJune 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 444, Loop: Loop 4
Great experience with hiking and camping.
Mark G
VerifiedJune 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 212, Loop: Loop 2
Although the Platte River Campground was a bit removed from the rest of the National Lakeshore area, it was clean, well forested and there were trails that could be accessed from the campground (we didn't have to get in the car to get to a trailhead). Our campsite was paved and pretty close to being level so we didn't have to do much adjusting when we set up. I'd stay there again.
Doug P
VerifiedJune 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 426, Loop: Loop 4
Great place to camp, very clean and quiet. We did have an issue with a barking dog and after talking to the owner which didn't do much good I stopped at the Ranger Station and asked them if there was something they could do and the Ranger said she would contact the owner. After that we had no more issues with the dog. Thanks!!
Andy H
VerifiedJune 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 447, Loop: Loop 4
One of the best National Park campgrounds I’ve stayed in. Very well maintained with large private camp sites and hot showers. A wonderful place.
Candace S
VerifiedJune 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 126, Loop: Loop 1
Love this campground! It’s so relaxing and clean and well laid out! Can’t wait to go back again!!!
Nicole M
VerifiedJune 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 313, Loop: Loop 3
This campground was very clean, easy to get to and the park staff were very friendly!
Mary F
VerifiedJune 30, 2025 • Stayed at: B001, Loop: Walk-In
We have been coming here for decades. This time was with our grandson. I love the walk-in sites and the bathroom and showers are still great.
Ann C
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 451, Loop: Loop 4
My home-base campground! The hosts and rangers are always wonderful, other campers usually very respectful, sites well-kept and most are very private. We weren't able to hike or bike much this trip, due to the heat. And Otter Creek (Esch Rd) beach was super crowded, since it's the only beach dogs are able to hang out in at this time of year due to expanding Piping Plover nesting. But these are circumstantial events. Love this campground and SBDNL.
milton No m
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 412, Loop: Loop 4
great personal , clean camp site well manage
Shannon D
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 222, Loop: Loop 2
Absolutely beautiful park. The bathrooms are always clean, the sink room is a great help. I wish there was a bike path between the loops that didn’t require the main road.
Location Platte River Campground
Address:
5685 Lake Michigan Road
Honor, MI, 49640
United States
From the east (Traverse City): Take State Highway M-72 west to Empire. Turn south on State Highway M-22. Proceed 10 miles 16 km) (and turn right on Lake Michigan Road. Follow the signs to Platte River Campground.
From the south (US-31/M-115): At the junction of U.S. Route 31 and M-115, continue north for seven miles (11 km). Turn left on Platte Road. Proceed five miles and turn right on M-22. Proceed one mile (1.6 km) and turn left on Lake Michigan Road. Follow the signs to Platte River Campground.
PHYSICAL CAMPGROUND ADDRESS: 5685 Lake Michigan Road, Honor, MI, 49640
Elevation: 184 feet
6.8 mi drive to downtown Honor (about 13 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- Entrance Fees - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore charges a variety of entrance fees, depending on how a visitor arrives at the park. All visitors must have an entrance pass (separate from camping fees). The park also honors Federal Recreational Lands America the Beautiful (e.g., Resident Annual, Non-Resident Annual, Senior, Access, Military, 4th Grade, Golden Age). For more information visit the park's Fees & Passes web page. The Michigan Recreation Passport is not valid for entry at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, which is a federally managed site.
- 6. Quiet hours are 10 pm - 6 am.
- Violation of terms may result in permit suspension, revocation and/or issuance of a citation by law enforcement.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThe Ironman Michigan triathlon will be taking place Sunday, September 20, 2026.The bike course takes place on M-22 and will have significant impact on local traffic. M-22 will be closed from 8:30 am to approximately 2 pm between the City of Frankfort and Esch Road.To avoid road closures, arriving campers should not arrive before the scheduled check-in time of 2 pm.To avoid road closures, departing campers should exit by 8:30 am via Deadstream Road, Platte Road, or M-22 northbound. Southbound M-22 will be closed.
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