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Campsite #451 at Platte River Campground, MI
$26
Campsite #451
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 20 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | good |
2/24
5/8
Campsite #451 Features: Drive-In access, Back-in parking, 20ft driveway, Fire ring, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (19)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 74% |
| 4 star | | 26% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@JohnM1144946 · Camped on Sep 8, 2025 at Campsite #451
Fantastic campground. Felt like I had the entire place to myself!
Good
@NadiaA117A5302 · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #451
The campsites were nice and secluded
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@AnnC6240BA6538 · Camped on Jun 19, 2025 at Campsite #451
My home-base campground! The hosts and rangers are always wonderful, other campers usually very respectful, sites well-kept and most are very private. We weren't able to hike or bike much this trip, due to the heat. And Otter Creek (Esch Rd) beach was super crowded, since it's the only beach dogs are able to hang out in at this time of year due to expanding Piping Plover nesting. But these are circumstantial events. Love this campground and SBDNL.
Good
@JessicaV1D4D7E · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #451
Very clean and quiet campground. Sites are secluded and good size. Very close to a great spot to launch kayaks and Lake Michigan is a bike ride or hike away. Good hiking trails, as well. We really enjoyed our stay, we were surprised that the non electric loop has actual restrooms and showers and the campground is close to a lot of outdoor adventures.
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@LauraH2152556 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #451
Enjoy this campground. Its one of my homes away from home. Feel safe and facilities are nice and much better than a regular rustic campground!! Most sites are pretty private, which is nice.
Good
@LauraH2152556 · Camped on May 9, 2025 at Campsite #451
This campground is great as some sites are pretty private and there are modern facilities so not totally rustic. A lot of hiking, biking trails in the area and lots to see and do.
Good
@LauraH2152556 · Camped on Oct 14, 2022 at Campsite #451
Cant say enough great things about this campground. Have been coming here for years and plan on continuing to do so. So much to do, the rates are reasonable and campground is well kept.
Good
@LauraH2152556 · Camped on Oct 14, 2022 at Campsite #451
Can’t say enough great things about this campground. Have been coming here for years and plan on continuing to do so. So much to do, the rates are reasonable and campground is well kept.
Good
@LauraH2152556 · Camped on Sep 30, 2022 at Campsite #451
We camp at Platte River Campground several times a year. Its a great campground with a lot of choices as far as activities that are close by. The restrooms are extremely clean and campground is well kept. Feel very safe here, as well.
Good
@DanielP5943638 · Camped on Aug 31, 2022 at Campsite #451
I very much enjoyed my stay at the Platte River Campground. The National Park Service is one of America's greatest ideas (borrowing from Ken Burns) and this campground demonstrates our commitment to enjoying our natural resources. I stayed in the non-electric drive in campground (circle #4). All the sites are well designed with adequate space between other campers. Each site comes with a crushed limestone flat tent area, as well as a picnic table and fire pit. The bathrooms are clean and the garbage areas are well placed. The ranger star were very friendly and accommodating. Sleeping Bear Dunes is a beautiful area and I will be sure to camp here again.
Good
@ThomB48F0021EE · Camped on Jun 25, 2022 at Campsite #451
The staff at Platte River Campground is excellent. Facilities are well-maintained and clean. The diligent presence of the staff maintains an atmosphere of family-friendly fun and quiet within which to enjoy this beautiful, well-designed park.
Good
@LauraH2152556 · Camped on May 27, 2022 at Campsite #451
Theres a lot to do in the area and this campground is very nice and has everything you need for a great camping trip.
Good
@NealBB2058B25E · Camped on May 24, 2022 at Campsite #451
The site was very clean. It was quite--Late May, not many tent campers. The bathrooms were nice. It would be nice if there was some weather reports for the following day or days.
@LauraH2152556 · Camped on May 6, 2022 at Campsite #451
I was in one of my favorite sites and the stay was great. Park staff are always friendly and willing to answer questions. The bathrooms are always clean. Most of the sites have some privacy and some have a double driveway, which is great if you gave more than 1 vehicle. Best campground in the Lower Peninsula in my opinion. Come here often as there is so much to do in the area as well. It doesnt get much better then this!!
Good
@HeatherE109 · Camped on Jul 8, 2021 at Campsite #451
My family comes up to this campground as often as we can. This time even though we had a decent time we were quite disturbed by our neighbors across the way who were extremely disrespectful with noise levels past curfew, garbage left in their campsite and food left out which we think caused a bear experience at our campsite 2 days later. I bring this up solely because I was shocked they hadn't been kicked out after the first warning. When other neighbors complained directly at them, these neighbors were using foul language and screaming to handle the situation. Moving forward I feel that less chances should be given to disrespectful rule breakers who ruin the experience for other campers.
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@AndrewC990 · Camped on Jul 4, 2021 at Campsite #451
Campsite was huge, flat tent pad. Clean bathrooms. Quiet campground, friendly staff. Would definitely visit again.
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@LeiW169 · Camped on Jun 28, 2021 at Campsite #451
Campsite 451 is at the end of loop 4, which is a very big and quiet campsite. The bathroom is clean and the shower water is hot. Make sure you put your food in your car, otherwise, raccoons will visit you frequently at night.
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@LauraH936 · Camped on May 7, 2021 at Campsite #451
Since it was a little unseasonably cold, the campground was only about 1/3 full and that was great. The Pierce Stocking Scenic drive was much more enjoyable, too, because not as many people as normal. There’s so much to do in the area. Hiking, fishing, kayaking, are some of the fun things to do.
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