Empire stands as the gateway to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, where massive sand dunes tower over Lake Michigan. Fifteen RV parks dot this coastal gem, placing you steps from pristine beaches and epic hikes. Park your rig here to chase sunsets from the Dune Climb and paddle the Platte River.
Empire hugs Lake Michigan's eastern shore in Leelanau County. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore draws crowds to its 450-foot bluffs and 65 miles of shoreline. Hike the Empire Bluff Trail for sweeping views. Launch kayaks at the Platte River canoe livery. Savor cherries at the Glen Arbor festival just minutes away. Swim at Empire Beach or bike the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail.
Indigo Bluffs RV Park & Resort welcomes families with WiFi, 30-amp hookups, pull-through sites, and water connections from $66 a night. Platte River Campground inside the national lakeshore suits adventurers with 30-amp power, a dump station, and group sites priced $22 to $50. Sleepy Bear Campground provides quiet retreats. D.H. Day Group Campground fits crews with 30-amp service and allowed campfires for $20 a night. Lively Acres Campground offers WiFi starting at $54.
Empire marks the entrance to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Towering dunes rise 450 feet above Lake Michigan, drawing hikers to trails like Empire Bluff. Visitors paddle the Platte River, swim Empire Beach, and bike 27 miles of the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail through forests and dunes.
Our directory lists 15 RV parks near Empire, including Indigo Bluffs RV Park & Resort and Platte River Campground. Indigo Bluffs offers WiFi, pull-throughs, and 30-amp from $66/night near town. Platte River provides dump stations and group sites inside Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore for $22-$50.
Yes, Indigo Bluffs RV Park & Resort and Platte River Campground both supply 30-amp hookups. Indigo Bluffs adds WiFi and pull-through sites for easy access. Platte River includes a dump station within the national lakeshore, perfect for extended dune adventures.
