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Platte River
Total sites: 171
Available Today: 171 FF*
Available this Weekend: 171 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Today: 171 FF*
Available this Weekend: 171 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
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Platte River Campground, MI - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Platte River Campground in Benzie County is located 47 min west of Traverse City, MI with an elevation of 603 feet. There are a total of 171 campsites including 29 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 141 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 90 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Campsite Reviews (1029)
4.7 out of 5
| 5 star | 78% | |
| 4 star | 15% | |
| 3 star | 3% | |
| 2 star | 1% | |
| 1 star | 0% |
@JohnM1144946 · Camped on Oct 23, 2025 at Campsite #219
Campsites are well spaced and clean. Bathrooms are also very clean and well stocked with toilet paper and plenty of hot water.
@StevenF2888379 · Camped on Oct 21, 2025 at Campsite #121
Thank you for allowing my camper to stay on site while I was taken to ER for emergency surgery and recovery days that gave my friends and family time to help me move my rig. This was something I never thought took place in this day and age. Theres still Pleanty of kindness and help when its truly needed. Even from a national park system. Thank you again from very happy camper
@HyeseonW221237 · Camped on Oct 20, 2025 at Campsite #122
Great campground
@ValerieS299120 · Camped on Oct 20, 2025 at Campsite #318
The campground is incredibly nice and well kept with lovely hiking trails and is strategically close to Lake Michigan. The ticks were sadly plentiful.
@WendyVC3FC0E24 · Camped on Oct 20, 2025 at Campsite #320
The Platte River Campground is most beautiful campground we have stayed in! Naturally beautiful, well-maintained, clean, wonderfully level sites, nice bathrooms/showers and trails. We will be back!
@JudiBB4AD97878 · Camped on Oct 19, 2025 at Campsite #210
Beautiful camp ground ... great hiking and facilities are awesome. I hope to camp here again soon !!
@JillS9232022 · Camped on Oct 19, 2025 at Campsite #124
This campground was lovely. Sites were well spaced and services readily available. The rangers were extremely helpful, the trails well maintained and in general, one of the best campgrounds we've attended (and there's been many) during this month and a half trip.Our one and only complaint was the lack of internet (which is so very necessary when traveling long term). We understand this was due to the national economic shutdown.
@BridgetB6D131B · Camped on Oct 19, 2025 at Campsite #113
This is a beautiful campground! Can't wait to go again! Power was out a few times due to high winds but was resolved in a reasonable time frame.
@AnnetteB860617 · Camped on Oct 19, 2025 at Campsite #208
Just beautiful! Nice sites. Clean bathroom. Spacious path to hike to Lake Michigan!
@ScottV1581928 · Camped on Oct 18, 2025 at Campsite #223
So many things to do so little time
@CharlesW117121 · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #134
Everything was great but he wood vender wood supply was empty our second night
@SeolhwaJD7FAAF · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #122
It was an excellent campground. The sites were spacious, and the distance between them was wide enough, which made it really nice. However, at my site, the trailer entrance and the picnic table were positioned on opposite sides, which was a bit disappointing. Also, since the table was fixed to the ground, we couldnt move it to our preferred spot, which was another minor inconvenience.Aside from that, the surroundings and the well-maintained campsite were all very satisfying.
@MorganH7447019 · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #408
It was great.
@LindaB8903771 · Camped on Oct 14, 2025 at Campsite #433
This is a great campground. Clean and the spaces are not right on top of each other. The bathroom and shower facilities are clean and heated-a plus when tent camping in the fall. This is the first time I had a spot across the road from the bathroom and the one thing I wish was a little different is how far the light from the bathroom shines at night. I know the building needs to be illuminated at night, but the light inside the bathroom is so bright it actually shines across the road and into my tent. It wasn't super bright where I was, but one of the perks about camping is how dark it gets at night for sleeping. I didn't have one of the spots next to the bathroom and didn't know this would be an issue. That said, there is a reason this is consistently ranked as a top campground in Michigan. Very well maintained, friendly staff, and great access to Lake Michigan and trails.
@johnc3063297 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #212
Overall, one of the best campgrounds to visit.
@DanaB7254836 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #142
Clean and quiet. Great camping spot.
@AlanFD59F987D6 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #211
These features are what we liked: a significant discount if you are a "America the Beautiful" National Parks cardholder, RV lots were spacious and far apart, showers had very hot water, dedicated dish washing room (again with very hot water) between shower rooms, campground was very quiet and had access to trails off each loop.
@jenniferj83104 · Camped on Oct 12, 2025 at Campsite #126
Definately a campground to return to. Very nice. Large sites with some privacy. Nice flush toilets and showers.
@DavidG5648223 · Camped on Oct 12, 2025 at Campsite #140
Peaceful, beautifulwe love Platte River
@ElaineC4172EB3 · Camped on Oct 12, 2025 at Campsite #327
We love this park its beautiful, the sites are spacious and lots of trees. Its not like others that are like camping in a parking lot. The Rangers at the office are very friendly and helpful. The national park has so many things to do, hikes, bike trails, and beaches. The river is fun for tubers and kayaking. Just a beautiful area all around.
@DianeB7208419 · Camped on Oct 12, 2025 at Campsite #210
The sites are spread nicely through the campground giving a feeling of more privacy. The facilities were clean and easily accessible. The walking path to Lake Michigan was beautiful. My husband fished at many of the small lakes close by giving several wonderful fish dinners! It was a great week.
@carlf2131912 · Camped on Oct 12, 2025 at Campsite #120
Just a great place
@EileenH9F3156F · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #121
One of the top campgrounds in the country. We visit annually. The area offers an abundance of beaches, freshwater, lakes, bike paths, hiking, rock hounding, antiquing, shopping.
@StevenA2029523 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #422
Exceptionally clean, as usual, dispite shutdown.Workers/Staff should be commended on a very good job, well done.Dedication and commitment to our NPservice
@JeffreyP307FAC · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #126
Nice sites, hot water, clean bathrooms once again an excellent experience
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