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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is modifying operations to support federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

COVID-19 Masking

As of July 29, 2022, the counties that include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are medium for community level spread. In areas CDC identifies as high COVID-19 community level, masks are required for everyone in all NPS buildings, regardless of vaccination status. In most low and medium COVID-19 community level areas, masks are optional, but visitors should follow signs and instructions from park staff and volunteers. Visitors and employees are always welcome to wear a mask if it makes them more comfortable.

Recreate Responsibly

Please recreate responsibly so you can protect yourself, us, and our resources.

What's open?

• Information and orientation:
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, daily 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Glen Haven Cannery, daily 11 am - 5 pm
• Glen Haven Blacksmith Shop, daily 11 am - 5 pm
• Maritime Museum Keeper's Quarters and Boathouse, daily 11 am - 5 pm
• Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive
• All pit toilets
• All trails
• Dune Climb
• Entrances
• Campgrounds
  • Future reservations can be made at Recreation.gov
  • Do you want to camp at Platte River Campground? Visit our Platte River Campground regulations webpage for more information.
  • Do you want to camp at D.H. Day Campground? Visit our D. H. Day Campground regulations webpage for more information.
• Boating, fishing, & hunting - following Michigan State Regulations
  • For National Park Service specific regulations, please visit the Superintendent's Compendium

What's closed?

• General Store in the Glen Haven Historic District
• Dune Center store at the Dune Climb

How can I learn about the Lakeshore?

• For National Lakeshore information, find Sleeping Bear Dunes in the free NPS app: search "National Park Service" at Apple iTunes and Google Play.
• E-mail us and park rangers will answer any questions about the National Lakeshore.
• Call 231-326-4700 ext. 5010 to get your questions answered.

How can I stay connected to the Lakeshore?

Stay up to date by visiting our Social Media webpages: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

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