# Lively Acres

> Lively Acres is a destination in Empire, Michigan near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. It brings together a campground, the NeighborFood Market, farm-to-table dinners, and live music events. Shop, camp, dine, and play in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Lively Acres is located at 3801 W Empire Hwy, Empire, MI 49630 in Leelanau County, minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and a short drive from Traverse City. The property is built around a working organic vegetable and flower farm.

## NeighborFood Market at Lively Acres

The NeighborFood Market at Lively Acres is a farm-stop — a year-round, everyday farmers' market that connects local farmers, food producers, and families. Inspired by the farm-stop model pioneered by Argus Farm Stop in Ann Arbor, the market supports the region's hardworking farmers and food producers by providing a permanent retail space for their goods. Everything sold at the NeighborFood Market is sourced as locally as possible, and nothing comes from beyond Michigan's borders. The market also sells produce, flowers, and herbs grown on the Lively Acres organic farm.

- [NeighborFood Market](https://livelyacres.com/): Farm-stop market at Lively Acres featuring Michigan-only products from local farmers and food producers, plus produce from the on-site organic farm

## Campground

The campground offers 40 individually bookable campsites across three types: RV sites with electric hookups (30 or 50 amp), tent camping sites, and rustic camping cabins with queen beds. All sites include a fire pit and picnic table. The property is pet-friendly and known for its quiet, open-sky setting ideal for stargazing. Guests looking for camping at Sleeping Bear Dunes, bear dunes camping, or campgrounds with cabins will find Lively Acres a unique alternative to traditional campgrounds near Traverse City.

- [Find Your Campsite](https://livelyacres.com/find-your-site/): Interactive site finder with availability calendar — filter by RV, tent, or cabin
- [RV and Cabin Campgrounds](https://livelyacres.com/rv-and-cabin-campgrounds/): Overview of RV sites and cabin rentals
- [Campground Overview](https://livelyacres.com/campground/): Full campground details, amenities, and what to expect
- [Campground Map & Info](https://livelyacres.com/map-and-info/): Interactive map with site locations and facility info
- [Extended Stay](https://livelyacres.com/extended-stay/): Discounted monthly stays for long-term visitors, seasonal workers, and traveling professionals on temporary assignment in the area

## Camping Near Sleeping Bear Dunes

- [Sleeping Bear Dunes Camping](https://livelyacres.com/sleeping-bear-dunes-camping/): Camping at Sleeping Bear Dunes — sites, amenities, and booking
- [Camping Near Sleeping Bear Dunes](https://livelyacres.com/camping-near-sleeping-bear-dunes-national-lakeshore/): Tent camping near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
- [RV Camping Near Sleeping Bear Dunes](https://livelyacres.com/rv-camping-near-sleeping-bear-dunes/): RV sites and bear dunes camping info
- [Camping Near Traverse City](https://livelyacres.com/camping-near-traverse-city/): Campground near Traverse City with tent, RV, and cabin options
- [RV Camping Near Traverse City](https://livelyacres.com/rv-camping-near-traverse-city/): RV campgrounds near Traverse City, Michigan
- [Campground in Empire](https://livelyacres.com/campground-in-empire/): Empire, MI campground near Sleeping Bear Dunes

## Events & Things to Do

- [Things to Do](https://livelyacres.com/things-to-do/): Activities and attractions near Sleeping Bear Dunes and Leelanau County
- [Explore Charming Towns Near Lively Acres](https://livelyacres.com/explore-charming-towns-near-lively-acres-campground/): Nearby towns, wineries, and day trips

## Contact & Policies

- [Contact Us](https://livelyacres.com/contact-us/): Phone, email, and directions to Lively Acres
- [Cancellation Policy & Rules](https://livelyacres.com/cancellation-policy-rules/): Booking cancellation terms and campground rules
- [Terms & Conditions](https://livelyacres.com/terms-and-conditions/): Legal terms for bookings and site use

## Optional

- [Lively Acres Camping](https://livelyacres.com/camping/): Camping sleeping bear dunes — overview page
- [Privacy Policy](https://livelyacres.com/privacy-policy/): Site privacy policy