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    Sleeping Bear Dunes

    National Lakeshore Michigan

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Popple Campground

The Popple campground is located on the north end of the island, about a 3.5 mile hike from the Ranger Station near the Lake Michigan shore. Bring water filtration equipment and beware of poison ivy - there is a lot of it in this area. Those seeking seclusion, who enjoy a bit of a challenge will enjoy this campground. You get a great view of North Manitou Island and great access to the beach.

There are 7 Individual Sites at this campground.

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Popple Campground Map
Popple Campground Map
NPS Map 2006

Did You Know?

Pitcher's Thistle

The Pitcher's thistle is an endangered plant species that is native to the dunes around the Great Lakes. You will find many of them as you hike through the dunes or along the Lake Michigan shores at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. More...