A large rock about 3 feet tall sits on the forest floor

A Ripple in Time: Platte River Campground Twilight Talk

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

  • Every 2 weeks at 8:00 PM from June 15, 2026 to August 31, 2026
  • Free

Observing the land changing through geologic and glacial processes over time and how those processes are still influencing the landscape today. 

All visitors are welcome with a valid park pass. The Platte River Campground Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, take the stairs or ramp located to the left.
If entering from the campground, walk in from loop 1 on the paved path between sites 104 and 105.

Ranger-led Twilight Talks are scheduled for every night this summer except on Sundays at the D.H. Day and Platte River Campground Amphitheaters.

Topics for the week are posted in both of the campgrounds.

Fees

All park programs are free with a valid entrance pass.

Location

The Platte River Campground Amphitheater is located near the Campground office. If not camping at the campground, park at the office, take the stairs or ramp located to the left. If entering from the campground, walk in from loop 1 on the paved path between sites 104 and 105.

Latitude and Longitude 44.714670, -86.118424

Schedule

Days:

Every 2 weeks

Dates:

June 15, 2026 to August 31, 2026

Time:

8:00 PM

Duration:

45 minutes

This program begins promptly at 8 pm and lasts roughly 45 minutes. There will be time for Junior Ranger swearing-in ceremonies.

Contact Information

Sleeping Bear Interpretation Division
231-326-4700 Ext. 5005

Event Type

  • Campfire/Evening Program
  • Children’s Program
  • Talk
Tags: junior ranger program, park ranger program