Dispersed
North Manitou Island Backcountry Campsites
Dispersed camping — confirm current rules
This is a dispersed-camping point on public land. Fire restrictions, road conditions, and access change seasonally. Verify with the managing agency before traveling.
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Official sources & verification
Managed by Dispersed/Primitive
Source of truth
- Agency source page
The page our published rules and notes are derived from.
Managing agency
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Verify by phone or mail
- Address:MI
About
The small Village Campground on North Manitou Island has eight designated campsites and two fire rings. There is a limit of two tents and four people. The wilderness area and the community fire rings are not open to the public. There are camping regulations on North Manitou Island. Before camping, a permit and fee must be paid. There are permits available on the island. The groups are limited to 10 people.
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Amenities
Potable Water
Fire Rings
Cell Service
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
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