Sleeping Bear Dunes

Explore Michigan’s Serene Coast

The hills, dunes, valleys, shoreline, small lakes, and streams which you'll see throughout the area were formed by the…

Discover Things to Do

Clear blue waters, rolling woodlands, and 65 miles of pristine sand invite visitors to get outside and enjoy…

Sleeping Bear Stories Blog

A locally curated collection of writings with a perfect mix of topics to help you plan an upcoming trip or simply enjoy…

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Sleeping Bear Dunes

Named the “Most Beautiful Place in America” on ABC’s Good Morning America, its no wonder why so many people flock to Sleeping Bear Dunes every year! Come see why our location is so unique. Relax and give way to the uncommon pleasures of tranquil, naturally beautiful settings that many of our locations have to offer.

Many visitors enjoy stopping off for an ice cream cone, and then driving the smaller local roads to appreciate the wide range of flora and fauna in Leelanau County.

15 days ago

Hoth – or Pyramid Point?

4 minute read

In the winter, Pyramid Point trail in the Sleeping Bear Dunes turns into Hoth, and I highly recommend it, Star Wars fan or not. The easy, serene trail of summer transforms into a wild, untamed frontier in the winter. The experience is like none other – and by that, I mean, you might spend…

a month ago

Cheese, Wine & Roasting - "Wiener Ski" set for Feb 7 at Shady Lane Cellars

2 minute read

Strap on the skis or snowshoes and get ready for some good (tasting) laughs. The Wiener Ski is back on Saturday, Feb. 7 at Shady Lane Cellars in Suttons Bay. It’s time for wine, warming fire pits, and melty raclette-topped beer brats on the estate’s winter-postcard-worthy property…

3 months ago

The gift box to savor (or fight over!)

4 minute read

These foodie gift boxes will bring your loved ones the joy of Leelanau County – and a tiny scuffle over THAT cheese or THAT cherry treat - so, brace yourself. Here’s a handful (mouthful) of yummy options to get your gift list done for the season – and done well. All of these…