Overview of entrance requirementsAll visitors MUST have
Entrance PassesStandard Entrance Pass$15.00–$25.00
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore charges a variety of fees, depending on how a visitor arrives at the park, and whether they're part of a commercial tour group or not.
Park Entrance Pass - $25.00
Per private vehicle (valid for 1-7 days from date of purchase)
$25.00 Admits pass holder and all passengers in a noncommercial vehicle. Valid for seven days from the day of purchase. In-person Purchase Locations
Park Entrance Pass - Motorcycle - $20.00
Per motorcycle (valid for 1-7 days from date of purchase) In-person Purchase Locations
Per Person Entrance Pass - $15.00
Visitors 16 years of age or older who enter on foot, bicycle, or as part of an organized group not involved in a commercial tour.
Those entering in a private vehicle will not pay the per person fee. They may purchase the 7 day, Annual, or use another federal lands pass for entry. In-person Purchase Locations
For Organizations & BusinessesSchool Groups
An Academic Fee Waiver is required for organized groups visiting the Lakeshore for , educational groups of children who are less than 16 years of age may enter the park free of charge and do not need a fee waiver. (See section 10.1.1) However, the park requires a waiver application to account for the free entry of adult chaperones and to manage park resources. Adults in personal vehicles with an organized youth group visiting for the sole purpose of recreation are not exempt. Sedan
1-6 Person Capacity
$25.00 + $10.00 Per Person 16 years or older (up to a maximum of $40.00) In-person Purchase Locations
Van
7-15 Person Capacity
$40.00 In-person Purchase Locations
Mini Bus
16-25 Person Capacity
$40.00 In-person Purchase Locations
Motorcoach
26+ Person Capacity
$100.00 In-person Purchase Locations
Annual Entrance - Park$45.00 Annual Park Entrance Pass - $45.00
Admits pass holder and all passengers in a noncommercial vehicle. Valid for one year from month of purchase. Cashless payments at all staffed locations. Cash accepted at self-pay stations. Valid for 12 months from month of issue. In-person Purchase Locations
2024 Free Entrance Days in the National ParksCome experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:
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Last updated: March 15, 2024