Sleeping Bear Symphony: Platte River Campground Twilight Talk

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

  • Every 2 weeks at 8:00 PM from June 23, 2026 to September 01, 2026
  • Free

Discover the soundscapes of Sleeping Bear Dunes! Listen to how the living and non-living elements of the park come together to create distinct melodies and unique ecosystems. 

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 23, 2026 to September 01, 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
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Event Type

  • Campfire/Evening Program
  • Children’s Program
  • Talk
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