| PAID CONTENT With its snowy trails and frosted landscapes, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a winter paradise. Discover its magic and celebrate its beauty. Sleeping Bear Dunes Visitors Bureau shows us how....
| PAID CONTENT After a beautiful hike through the woods or an afternoon at the beach, put a cherry on top of your day at these restaurants near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. We follow along as Sleeping Bear Dunes...
| PAID CONTENT Fact: There's nothing better than being on the water in Northern Michigan in the summertime. The views are simply incredible (think crystal clear waters, sun-dappled cedar trees and abundant wildlife). Whether...
| PAID CONTENT Crystal-clear waters, historic shipwrecks, island escapes, epic mountain biking ... Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has endless adventures. From a relaxing day on a golf course to a...
| PAID CONTENT You can do a different hike every day at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, where 100 miles of trails lace through beautiful woods and along breathtaking bluffs with views of Lake Michigan. But if you...
| PAID CONTENT Three lighthouses guide ships (and today, welcome visitors) along Northern Michigan's Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. From Lake Michigan's very first lighthouse to the last manned lighthouse on the...
For scenic, serene and memorable cross-country skiing this winter, head to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. While the park’s popular hiking trails are not groomed, some are designated ski trails. And for a groomed trail experience — for both classic and skate...
| PAID CONTENT Sleeping Bear Dunes Visitors Bureau shares an intriguing look back at the history of agriculture in the region and the importance of small family farms. You'll see Port Oneida, a true historical gem that's...
| PAID CONTENT This fall, head out and explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore’s off-the-beaten-path treasures, a local museum and area restaurants and vineyards. Start planning your trip with these tips and ideas...
PAID CONTENT Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is known for gorgeous views, exciting activities and year-round fun. Explore three different ways to enjoy the dunes—snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and sledding—along with some great Up North restaurants near the...
| PAID CONTENT This Northern Michigan hike is always a must on a visit to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: Empire Bluff Trail. The view is breathtaking, and the 1.5-mile roundtrip hike is perfect for families. After...
| PAID CONTENT Sleeping Bear Dunes Visitors Bureau takes us on the Mishe-Mokwa ferry across Lake Michigan to discover the allure of South Manitou Island. Sugar-sand beaches, group and individual campsites, plenty of hiking trails—it’s an...
| PAID CONTENT An estimated 6,000 shipwrecks lie at the bottom of the Great Lakes, many up and down the Lake Michigan shoreline of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Northern Michigan. Diving for shipwrecks in Lake Michigan, and...
PAID CONTENT Whether you're a seasoned fisherman or a first-timer, fall color fishing in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore isn't to be missed. Here’s what you need to know, including 10 Northern Michigan lakes and rivers a local pro recommends.For all the time...
| PAID CONTENT Summer is still here in Northern Michigan! Get out and explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore’s off-the-beaten-path treasures and the amenity-rich Homestead resort. Plan your trip with these insider tips and iconic,...
PAID CONTENT Fall in Northern Michigan, with its brilliant colors and fresh-start feel, is the perfect follow-up to summer; and fall in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is not to be missed. Read on to discover gorgeous fall color drives and hikes.Some of my most...
PAID CONTENT What’s a trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore without a definite plan for post-adventure food and drink stops, especially given the number of tasty options dotting the dune-and-lakes-and-trails landscape? It’s these Northern Michigan...
PAID CONTENT With an afternoon promising sunshine, a slight breeze and zero percent chance of precipitation, our family’s planned ride on the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail couldn’t have been better timed. We loaded up our bikes, water bottles and backpacks stocked with...
|Â PAID CONTENT We tag along with two families taking advantage of spring at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. From camping at D.H. Day Campground to discovering new Sleeping Bear Dunes trails and shooting the famous tube on the...
| PAID CONTENT We all know the legend of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, how a mother and her cubs fleeing a forest fire swam across Lake Michigan—but the cubs never made it, forming North and South Manitou islands while the mama...
