Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

9922 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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Miles of sand beach, bluffs that tower 450’ above Lake Michigan, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna make up the natural world of Sleeping Bear Dunes. High dunes afford spectacular views across the lake.

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    Amenities

    • Auto and ATV
    • Scenic Driving
    • Astronomy
    • Stargazing
    • Biking
    • Camping
    • Backcountry Camping
    • Group Camping
    • Fishing
    • Guided Tours
    • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
    • Self-Guided Tours - Auto
    • Hiking
    • Hunting and Gathering
    • Hunting
    • Paddling
    • Canoeing
    • Kayaking
    • Junior Ranger Program
    • Tubing
    • Skiing
    • Cross-Country Skiing
    • Snowshoeing
    • Swimming

    About Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

    Miles of sand beach, bluffs that tower 450’ above Lake Michigan, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna make up the natural world of Sleeping Bear Dunes. High dunes afford spectacular views across the lake. An island lighthouse, US Life-Saving Service stations, coastal villages, and picturesque farmsteads reflect the park’s rich maritime, agricultural, and recreational history.