Warren Dunes- Youth Group Use Area Camp

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27 reviews
Warren Dunes- Youth Group Use Area Camp
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630 ft

Price

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Reservable

Sites

6 campsites

Season

Year-round

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Unknown

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Warren Dunes- Youth Group Use Area Camp
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Campsite Fees
Nightly fee: contact the park for current rates. (Scraped note: 'Nightly Fee: Contact the park')
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.30

Satisfactory

Based on 27 reviews

21 Google reviews

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"Mostly positive reviewer sentiment (predominantly 4–5 star comments) praising scenery, trails and suitability for large groups. Common criticisms focus on restroom/shower cleanliness during peak season, overflowing trash, noise/crowding, and some feeling that sites are small or close together."

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Warren Dunes- Youth Group Use Area Camp

Warren Dunes- Youth Group Use Area Camp

41.9218, -86.5811


Best Time to Camp at Warren Dunes- Youth Group Use Area Camp

Summer brings the park to life with warm days perfect for swimming and hiking, though you'll share the experience with fellow beach lovers during peak season. Before diving into Lake Michigan's refreshing waters, take a moment to check current conditions and temperatures—the big lake can be unpredictable, and a quick check ensures everyone stays safe. Plan your facility visits strategically during busy weekends, and you'll find this popular park more than delivers on its promise of natural beauty.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer offers warm days for swimming and hiking; park is busiest and scenic then.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Fall likely excellent for hiking and views with fewer beach crowds than summer.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring offers trail and dune hikes before peak beach season; fewer explicit details provided.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.5 / 5

Winter not detailed; likely cold with limited swimming though hikes remain possible.

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    About Warren Dunes- Youth Group Use Area Camp

    Tucked into the wooded heart of Warren Dunes State Park, this rustic youth group campground offers young adventurers the perfect base camp for exploring one of Michigan's most dramatic lakeshores. With trails leading through shaded forests and towering sand dunes rising just a short trek away, groups consistently praise this peaceful retreat that balances backcountry simplicity with easy access to Lake Michigan's legendary beaches.
    Designated youth group campground area classified as rustic within Warren Dunes State Park. The area functions as a single group camp zone rather than individual family sites.
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    Group camp located inland within Warren Dunes State Park; visitors use the park's dune, beach, and trail resources nearby. Common activities reported by visitors include hiking the dune and forest trails, beach use and swimming at Lake Michigan, dune climbing, and picnicking.
    HikingTrails connect dune ridges, forest, and wetland areas; reviewers praise nature trails and longer walks to the beach and clay‑pit areas.
    SwimmingLake Michigan beach and swimming opportunities are a primary park attraction; reaching the main beach from the youth area may require a long hike.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsDune and clay‑pit hikes can be strenuous and long; be prepared with water and snacks. Road/freeway noise has been reported as audible at night in camping areas. Restroom and shower cleanliness can fluctuate during peak periods.

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    Reviews

    4.3
    27 reviews
    Satisfactory
    Satisfactory
    Warren Dunes- Youth Group Use Area Camp is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Mostly positive reviewer sentiment (predominantly 4–5 star comments) praising scenery, trails and suitability for large groups. Common criticisms focus on restroom/shower cleanliness during peak season, overflowing trash, noise/crowding, and some feeling that sites are small or close together.
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    Based on 27 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Reviewers frequently praise the park's beautiful beach and dunes, extensive nature trails, and the youth group area as a good location for large groups and events. Many commenters call the area...
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    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Expect a hike to the main beach from the youth group area—bring water, snacks, and plan for a strenuous walk with gear. Bring personal sanitation supplies if concerned about peak‑season restroom...
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    Based on 27 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "Good place to have a barbecue or a family reunion"; "Was an amazing experience"; "Great area for a large group." Contrast: "Noisy, campsites are small and too close together ... Not peaceful at all."
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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