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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Weather Station Campground

The Weather Station campground overlooks Lake Michigan on the island's south side about a mile beyond the lighthouse.  The campsites are located within a forested area and are fairly well secluded from each other.  This location affords inspiring views of the Manitou Passage and Sleeping Bear Dunes on the mainland.  The lighthouse, Lake Florence, the Morazan and Giant Cedars are all within easy walking distance.  Follow the signs to take a pleasant walk along a woodland path, past the lighthouse to this campsite or follow Burdick Road, turning left at Ohio Road for a less scenic, but easier walk.

There are 20 Individual Sites (maximum of 4 people or 2 tents per site) and 3 Group Sites (maximum of 20 people or 10 tents per site).  There are several fire rings in the campground that can be shared by campers.  Drinking water is available at the campground.

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Weather Station Camp Map
NPS Map 2006
Weather Station Campground Map
Cannery Boat Museum  

Did You Know?
The Great Lakes was the highway of the past. It was the main way that cargo and passengers moved through this area until roads were established. A variety of boats used on the Great Lakes are on display at the Cannery in Glen Haven within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
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Last Updated: September 19, 2006 at 18:43 EST