Is Empire Bluff Trail Free?

by Kelly
(Battle Creek MI)

We will be visiting soon and I'm searching for info. Thanks!

Answer

Hi Kelly,

You will need a Sleeping Bear Dunes pass for any hikes in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You can get them at the visitor center in Empire, at the Dune Climb and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. There may be more places but these are the locations I am familiar with.

Here is more info on Sleeping Bear Dunes, hiking trails, campgrounds and fun things to do in the area!

Sleeping Bear Dunes:Ultimate Michigan Travel Guide (what you should know before you go)

Best Sleeping Bear Dunes Campground, Cabins, Tent Camping and RV Park Locations + Map

Empire Bluff Trail Map and Guide-Sleeping Bear Dunes Hiking Trails, Directions, Difficulty, Photos and Know Before You Go

Ultimate Sleeping Bear Dunes Map – Hiking Trails – Empire Bluff, Pyramid Point, Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, Dune Climb, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and More!


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Sherry
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