Sleeping Bear Dunes Beaches

Romantic evenings. Sandcastles with the kids. An invigorating swim. A contemplative stroll. A place to workout, cookout, campout, or just hang out. Sleeping Bear Dunes beaches are all of those things, and much, much more. Our beaches are our life. You’ll find our favorites here. Some are remote, some are centrally located. Some are large, some are small. They’re all beautiful. 

Area Highlights

An aerial shot of a man waterskiing

Boating

For boaters, both power and sail, the combination of Lake Michigan and 26 inalnd lakes with sparkling, clean waters offers a perfect…

A father and daughter in a tandem kayak on Lake Michigan

Canoeing & Kayaking

Thoese who enjoy the sometimes quieter pursuits of canoeing and kayaking won't be disappointed. Paddling beneath the 400 foot face…

A man fly fishing from a dock

Fishing

Fly fishers will discover diverse fishing opportunities set amidt some of the Midwest's most spectacular scenery. 

The sun sets over a lake

Inland Lakes

Lake Michigan is spectacular, but don‘t let it overshadow Leelanau County‘s many smaller lakes, which offer a more…

Aerial view of Glen Lakes and Lake Michigan

Glen Lake

Some people call it the crown jewel– we don‘t think that does it justice. It‘s our heart and soul, our alpha and…

Michigan Coast

Lake Leelanau

Whether you‘re looking for an idyllic fishing hole, a quirky gift shop, or an enticing vineyard, you‘ll find it on the…

Fly Fishing

Rivers

Our streams, brooks and creeks offer anglers– as well as walkers, swimmers, canoers, and kayakers– some of the most…

A sailing lesson

Sailing

What could be better than the wind at your back and the dunes on the horizon? Sailing the Sleeping Bear Dunes  is one of the best…