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Empire Bluff Trail in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

United States > Michigan > Leelanau County > Empire

The Empire Bluff Trail offers a rewarding hike through a beech-maple forest, leading to a spectacular viewpoint overlooking Lake Michigan. As you progress along the trail, you’ll experience diverse natural scenery, from shady wooded areas to scenic overlooks with views of the sweeping dunes, the…

Distance: 1.7 mi • Elevation gain: 266 ft • Maximum elevation: 984 ft