Can you camp anywhere on North Manitou Island?
Can you camp anywhere on North Manitou Island?
Camping is permitted anywhere on the island that is 300 feet away from the Lake Michigan high water mark, lakes, streams, ponds, springs, buildings, or other camps. Camping fees for North manitou are $10.00 per night per back-country permit (4 adults are allowed on a permit) or $20.00 a night for groups of 5-10.
Are there bears on North Manitou Island?
The Manitou Islands have no bears on them unlike most of Northern Michigan.
Can you stay on North Manitou Island?
It is most common to visit during summer months, or anywhere from April through August. Most campers stay at the North Manitou Island, and most day trip visitors will go to South Manitou Island.
Does North Manitou Island have cell service?
There is limited cell coverage on the Manitou Islands. Do not rely on your cell phone for emergency communication while in the Lakeshore.
How long is the ferry ride from Leland to North Manitou Island?
1.5 hours one way
The Manitou Transit Ferry Service is how you get there. You can do a day trip or spend the night camping. The ferry ride is slow moving and usually is 1.5 hours one way.
Is there cell service on North Manitou Island?
Can you kayak to North Manitou Island?
Vessel Point, North Manitou Island After a simple breakfast and loading the kayaks, we cruise northwest around the north end of the island in calm, sunny conditions.
How do you get to Manitou island?
Getting there Access to North and South Manitou Islands is by private boat or by passenger ferry service run by Manitou Island Transit (231-256-9061). The ferry service operates from the Fishtown Dock located in Leland, MI.
Are there cars on Manitou island?
ALTHOUGH CARS DO NOT GO TO THE ISLAND, THIS IS HOW THE NATIONAL PARK CHARGES. THE COST IS $25.00 PER GROUP OR WHOEVER RODE TOGETHER. ANNUAL PASSES ARE $45.00 GOOD FOR ONE FULL YEAR IN SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL PARK.
Can you sleep in your car at Sleeping Bear Dunes?
Is there lodging within the park? Unlike some national parks, there are no overnight accommodations or restaurants in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
Can you drive on Manitou Island?
YES, THE FEE IS $25.00 PER CAR FOR A ONE WEEK PASS. PASSES CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE MANITOU ISLAND TRANSIT OFFICE IN LELAND. ALTHOUGH CARS DO NOT GO TO THE ISLAND, THIS IS HOW THE NATIONAL PARK CHARGES.
