National Lakeshore · Michigan

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Massive Lake Michigan dunes and scenic overlooks in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.

2026 entrance fee

$25 per vehicle (7 days)
America the Beautiful — U.S. resident $80/yr
America the Beautiful — non-resident $250/yr

The annual pass covers entrance and standard day-use at ~2,000 federal recreation sites for 12 months.

RV & camper tips

D.H. Day and Platte River campgrounds take RVs up to ~35-45 ft; the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive has a 35-ft vehicle limit.

Camping

NPS-operated campgrounds are available (reservations recommended in peak season).

Official site: nps.gov/slbe/index.htm

On this park

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore FAQ

How much does it cost to enter Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in 2026?
$25 per vehicle (7 days) is the standard 7-day rate. An America the Beautiful pass ($80 U.S. resident / $250 non-resident) covers this entrance fee for 12 months.
Do non-U.S. residents pay extra at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore?
No. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is not on the 11-park non-resident surcharge list, so entrance fees are the same for all visitors. The 11 surcharge parks are Acadia, Bryce Canyon, Everglades, Glacier, Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, Rocky Mountain, Sequoia & Kings Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Zion.
Can I camp with an RV at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore?
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has NPS-operated campgrounds. D.H. Day and Platte River campgrounds take RVs up to ~35-45 ft; the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive has a 35-ft vehicle limit.

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Other fee parks

Acadia National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Bryce Canyon National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Everglades National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Glacier National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Grand Canyon National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Grand Teton National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Rocky Mountain National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks $35 per vehicle (7 days)

Source: National Park Service — Fees & Passes / Nonresident Fees — retrieved 2026-08-09. Entrance fees can change and some parks price seasonally; always confirm the exact rate for your entry type and date on the park's official NPS page before you travel. This page is an independent travel-resource summary and is not affiliated with the National Park Service.

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