We hiked up the to top of Empire Bluffs(less than 1 mile), which was a well laid out path. Fantastic views of the lake, beaches and dunes. Very beautiful area!

Beautiful scenery - wonderful view of Lake Michigan.

I am always amazed that this treasure exists...a wonder to behold...any season, any time.

Beautiful Sand dunes and seascapes await you at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Hiking trails for the less experienced up to the most physically fit and plenty of great views from either. Beautiful forestry land, swimming, picnicing. Enough fun and excitement to fill the days. Adjacent area is spotted with tiny villages with lots of artists, shopping and snacks.... More

I've been coming here since I was a child. I bring my kids as often as possible. An amazing place to climb, picnic, and just hang out. If you can make it all the way from the dune climb along the trail, you will end up at Lake Michigan, which is a wonderful place for pictures. The surrounding area, Glen... More

This is one of the most beautiful places in the U.S. Awesome photo opportunities...great hiking across the dunes...absolutely beautiful!

Refreshing, beautiful, and serene, one of the quietest most laid back and relaxing places to vacation.

If your kids are tired of traveling in the car and need to blow off some steam take them to the dune climb. Somehow kids love to try to climb to the top and race back down. If you have help problems don't attempt it tho--it's higher than it looks and harder to do. If you have more than one... More

Gorgeous! Beautiful view, friendly people. Loved the scenic drive! I now know why this was rated the #1 most beautiful place in the US!!!