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Sleeping bear hike

  • Distance: 2.5 mi
  • Elevation gain: 502 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 988 ft
  • Elevation loss: 472 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 797 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 20 m
  • Moving speed: 1.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 8.2 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 55 m
  • Global speed: 1.3 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 2.5 mi
  • Elevation gain: 502 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 988 ft
  • Elevation loss: 472 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 797 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 20 m
  • Moving speed: 1.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 8.2 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 55 m
  • Global speed: 1.3 mph

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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

Gear up for your next adventure:

📱Solar Portable Charger - Solar power bank for charging devices off‑grid
🌡️Handheld Weather Meters - Measure wind, temp, and pressure for safe mountain travel
🥄Camping Utensil Set - Lightweight utensils for outdoor meals
🔥Plasma Lighters - Windproof lighters that work in any weather condition
🔋Solar Power Banks - Keep your GPS and phone charged in remote wilderness areas

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