About this campground
The former general store for the island now serves as a visitor center. It houses an interesting collection of photos and artifacts that tell the story of what life was like for the loggers, farmers, and members of the Life-Saving Service who made the island home.
Getting there
More information is available at http://www.nps.gov/slbe/.
Contact
(231) 326-4700
Directions
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