Contact Info
Empire, MI 49630
- Phone:
- 231-326-5134
- Phone:
- 231-326-5134
Basics
- Type:
- Other
Description
Welcome to one of the most beautiful natural areas in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Come and enjoy 35 miles of Lake Michigan's eastern coastline, explore North and South Manitou Islands, and of course climb the dunes! Learn about the history of shipping, logging, and agriculture of the area by visiting former Life-Saving Service/Coast Guard Stations, and Port Oneida Historic District.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is open all year.
Hours vary by facility and season.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is located in Northwestern Lower Michigan along the eastern shoreline of Lake Michigan. The closest city is Traverse City, 25 miles to the east.
From the south (Detroit or Chicago areas)
Take US-31, US-131, US-27 to M-115 & M-37, I-75 and M-72 North to Traverse City, then west on M-72 to the town of Empire. You may also get to Empire from the south via M-22 from Ludington, Manistee, or Frankfort.
From the north (Michigan’s Upper Peninsula)
Take I-75 or US-31 south to Traverse City, then go west on M-72 to the town of Empire.
