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.
Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates171 total sites
RV Sites
141 sites
Tent Sites
30 sites
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
John K
VerifiedOctober 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 436, Loop: Loop 4
Excellent campground and staff. Everything was great.
Dava A
VerifiedOctober 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 450, Loop: Loop 4
We were here in early October and perhaps it was the time of year, but we found the campground to be the quietest we've ever visited (which was amazing). Despite there being quite a few campers, everyone was quiet and respectful and it was a very calm setting. We were in Loop 4, which we loved. The bathrooms were clean and functional, everything was well maintained. Personally I really liked the hilly terrain on the campsites themselves, it made for a more interesting landscape. We also loved the walk to Lake Michigan (although it wasn't as well marked as it could have been - we got lost on the first go).
Mekkel R
VerifiedOctober 13, 2025 • Stayed at: C006, Loop: Walk-In
Everything was very clean (bathrooms). The only thing that would make that experience better would be to have a bug zapper light somehow in the shower area (I understand the water risks, but there is a way to do it safely). There were probably 100 bugs in the shower every time I used it. Besides that, it was kept clean! The sites were also clean and perfect.
Joseph S
VerifiedOctober 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 409, Loop: Loop 4
Ticks were crazy this year
Larry V
VerifiedOctober 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 110, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful campground. The sites are large with plenty of trees for shade and usually quite flat with a nice asphalt pad to park your rv on. The sites are also spread quite far apart (generally 30 -50 yards or more). The bathrooms were well kept and very nice.
Allison D
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: B001, Loop: Walk-In
Beautiful campground with clean restrooms. Our favorite place by far.
Hannah B
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 429, Loop: Loop 4
Had a great time and everything was well maintained, would recommend!
Robert M
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 412, Loop: Loop 4
Very nice campground and amenities. Very helpful staff.
Patrick M
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 214, Loop: Loop 2
This was a lovely campground. We were traveling with a 27' RV and wanted to stay close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Despite the last minute trip, we were able to find available sites for each of the 3 nights we needed. The sites were 100% level which I've never experienced. It really saved on setup time, and showed how much the park cares about their tenants. The facilities were immaculate, every loop was peaceful and quiet, and the staff was very helpful with any questios I had about the surrounding area. I even purchased an annual US park pass here at the desk. Later in our trip we stayed at some private RV parks that were twice as expensive and 10% as enjoyable. I would come back here for two weeks next time, now that we know.
Heather G
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 101, Loop: Loop 1
Nice campground, quiet, good facilities. Close to River Access. Beware of very narrow area to park vehicles, especially if bringing two vehicles in addition to camper. Site diagram focuses on tent pad size and not width of paved area, doesn't help for rv camper planning.
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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