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Sleeping Bear National Lake Shore - Popple Campground

Popple Campground is a rustic 7-site campground located on the north shore of South Manitou Island within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, accessible only by ferry from Leland.

The island setting provides excellent paddling and water access opportunities, with campsites featuring fire pits for a backcountry camping experience on Lake Michigan.


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