Sleeping Bear Dunes, with its epic views and sprawling sandscapes, is a hiker’s paradise with approximately 100 miles of trails to explore. Let’s take a look at some of the best hikes in the area. Please note that many trails in the Sleeping Bear Dunes park system do not allow pets from December 1st…
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Are you in need of a vacation, staycation, or an artistic getaway? The shoulder months of April and May offer opportunities to explore the arts scene in the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. Connect with yourself, your family, and the local arts community through unique exhibits, concerts, and classes. You…
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The bears may be hibernating, but Sleeping Bear Dunes doesn’t sleep in the winter. The region offers winter festivals, organized hikes, and outdoor gatherings to sip and savor those snow days and shake off the February blahs as you search for the Yeti, sample homemade chili, and bask in brighter…
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Winter may be holding back, but we don’t have to! Winter Trails Day is Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, at Palmer Woods Forest Preserve in Maple City. This event is hosted by the Leelanau Conservancy (LC) – with warmth, wit, and kindness. If you’ve ever been curious or nervous about trying a new trail, this…
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Toes in the sand, ice cream in hand, 9:30 p.m. sunsets, and warm starry nights. Even in the midst of winter, we can dream about those carefree days of summer. How do you plan to make the most of your 2024 vacation days? Why not use some to relax and unwind in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes…
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As the county gets covered in an abundance of ongoing snow, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore winter events are gearing up! Here’s a rundown of goodies they have planned. Get out and bundle up! Geology Hike Sat., Jan. 27 at 10am Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, Empire, Free Have you wondered…
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It’s that time of year when it’s hard to buy for the “person who has everything” – but the hyper-local and outdoorsy culture of Leelanau County shops make it a cinch. Here’s a quick peek at the delicious goodies you’ll find if you spend a day cruising the “pinky” to fill stockings and fulfill wish…
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It’s Christmas 2023 in Leelanau County! Here’s the lineup of several events coming up this month that celebrate the season – both indoors and out! Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 9 & 10: Lighthouse Light Hike at Leelanau State Park in Northport. If you’ve never been, this is a MUST. You are literally…
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The busy summer tourist season is over, but Leelanau lights up for the holidays with Santa’s arrival, community tree lightings, and holiday markets. The Sleeping Bear region offers plenty of indoor and outdoor activities to get you in the holiday spirit. Shop Small Business Saturday, gather with…
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Fall in Northern Michigan - the season of vibrant leaves, color tours, cinnamon donuts, and, of course, apples! The season would not be complete without fresh apples, apple cider, apple pie…you get the picture. We look forward to these things all year, but fail to realize the numerous factors that…
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