South Manitou Island is accessible only by private boat or passenger ferry; potential visitors must call Manitou Island Transit at 231-256-9061 for ferry availability before making camping arrangements; the fee for group camping does not include transportation to the island; check the Plan Your Trip to the Islands page for more information
This is a tent-only, backcountry campsite; all gear must be backpacked in; no wheeled vehicles can reach the facility
Bay, Weather Station and Popple campgrounds have individual campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis on the island; the island is open to camping year-round, but there are no off-season services available
Be prepared for diverse weather conditions that may cause ferry delays
Maximum of 10 tents allowed per site
The transportation of firewood to North and South Manitou Islands is strictly prohibited. This is pursuant to the State of Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development's Emerald Ash Borer Quarantine. Campers may collect dead and down wood for personal use during their visit; however, unused wood must remain on the island.
Chipmunks frequent the camping area; food and scented items must be hung from a tree and never kept in tents or backpacks
No electricity; drinking water is available only in the Village area on South Manitou Island.
An entrance pass for Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is required for each vehicle; $20 park pass (1-7 days) or $40 annual pass.
Campers must bring their own toilet paper
The park has pebble beaches rather than sand; water shoes are recommended
No pets allowed

Indigo Bluffs RV Resort, Michigan - Hourly Site Availability

Indigo Bluffs RV Resort, Michigan - Hourly Site Availability