Campground · Fee

The Popple Campground is the furthest from the dock (about 3.5 miles), so you are likely to have fewer people camping there. The campground is close to the beach on the northern tip of the island. Bring water filtration equipment since there is no source of purified drinking water. There are 7 individual sites
From the managing agency.
No. this site charges $10.00.
this site has 7 sites on record. 0 sites are reservable and 7 are first come.
this site is at 45.0460, -86.1162. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
Camping Permits and Park Passes are required. Pets are prohibited in the campgrounds. Camp only in designated sites (does not apply to North Manitou Island). Fires are permitted only in the communal metal fire rings. Use down and dead wood only. Do not leave a fire burning unattended. Put out all fires before leaving the campground. Carry out all trash. Snowmobiles, bicycles, or any wheeled vehicle is prohibited from being on the trail or in the campground.
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.