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
Joan A
VerifiedAugust 10, 2026 • Stayed at: A005, Loop: Walk-In
My sister and I have camped annually for 19 years at this campground. We love it. Site A5 in the walk camping area was not one of our favorites. 1/2 mile walk in makes you think secluded, quiet, remote. Nope. Neighbors really close by from three sites. We adjusted, embraced the walks, and had a wonderful time but will avoid the A loop in the future. The park does a great job of keeping the park clean, the facilities clean and all the workers and volunteers make the experience friendly and wonderful. We will continue sister camping until we can’t. Love this park so much!!
Susan L
VerifiedAugust 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 126, Loop: Loop 1
Loved the large lots that made a you feel like you were a bit more secluded form neighbors. The bathrooms were nice enough and the paved walkways and drive was great. This was a clean, well-maintained campground!
John T
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 107, Loop: Loop 1
The staff at this campground is awesome! They are always helpful and the bathrooms are kept nice and clean. Thank you all so much for the great job you do! I wish there was a different system in place for reservations though. For those of us who don't live in areas with super fast internet, getting 10 reservation accepted is always a struggle! Most years we wind up having to postpone our vacation in 2 week intervals to try and get the next reservation, even 6 months in advance. Thanks again to all of your staff for the fine and much appreciated job that you all do!
Jasmine D
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 444, Loop: Loop 4
Great visit! Loved that they had bathrooms and shower houses. Very clean. Nice campground!
Nathen L
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 205, Loop: Loop 2
Clean, organized, beautiful. Easy access to river for a 3 hour long float. Great spot
Matthew R
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 408, Loop: Loop 4
Very peaceful and well kept. Close to all the nearby lakes and rivers and amenities at each
Gary M
VerifiedAugust 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 121, Loop: Loop 1
Very peaceful campground.
Allison M
VerifiedAugust 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 221, Loop: Loop 2
Platte River Campground has become one of our favorite places, and we look forward to coming back every year. The campsites are beautifully wooded, private, and feel tucked away, making it easy to relax and enjoy nature. The campground is incredibly well maintained, and the bathrooms are some of the cleanest we’ve ever seen at any campground.
What really makes this place special is the atmosphere. It’s peaceful, family-friendly, and surrounded by so much natural beauty. Every visit leaves us with wonderful memories, and it’s become a tradition we truly cherish. If you’re looking for a clean, charming campground that’s close to so many amazing outdoor adventures, you won’t be disappointed. We can’t wait to come back next year!
PAUL W
VerifiedAugust 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 313, Loop: Loop 3
Wonderful campground, just be aware that everything you do will be monitored by rangers and camp hosts
Heather H
VerifiedAugust 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 428, Loop: Loop 4
Numerous clean restrooms, drinking water easy to access, bear boxes in walk in camp only. I loved the walk to Lake Michigan. The sites are really roomy, I can’t wait to go back! I loved the dish washing rooms with hot water also, and the nightly ranger lead talks.
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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