Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

National Lakeshore · MI · nps.gov page

A bright sun begins to set into Lake Michigan
Sunset viewing is a favorite activity--especially from the Lake Michigan overlook.Photo: NPS Photo

Miles of sand beach, bluffs that tower 450’ above Lake Michigan, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna make up the natural world of Sleeping Bear Dunes. High dunes afford spectacular views across the lake. An island lighthouse, US Life-Saving Service stations, coastal villages, and picturesque farmsteads reflect the park’s rich maritime, agricultural, and recreational history.

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An overlook of two blue lakes surrounded by trees with fall leaves
Glen Lakes overlookPhoto: NPS Photo
A trail overlooking a large lake at sunset
Empire Bluffs TrailPhoto: NPS Photo
A stunning lake surrounded by the setting sun
Narada Lake at SunsetPhoto: NPS / Keith Furguson
Dunes at sunset surrounded by two lakes
North Bar Lake SunsetPhoto: NPS Photo
A glowing yellow and red northern light display with stars over a body of water
The Night SkyPhoto: Lauren Utykanski
A tree with white flowers next to a wooden barn with a metal roof
Frederick & Margretha Werner BarnPhoto: NPS Phillip Stinson
A red barn-like building with two open doors
Glen Haven Blacksmith ShopPhoto: NPS
A white lighthouse next to a two story brick building with a red roofed building in the foreground.
The South Manitou Island LighthousePhoto: NPS

Park information and photos come from the National Park Service. This is not an official NPS site.