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.

18 days ago

Welcome spring with wine tasting, cherry blossoms, concerts and more

6 minute read

For many visitors to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, spring is a favorite time to venture into the sand dunes or sit among the wildflowers. May marks the season of renewal and inspires a sense of wonder and creativity. Signs of new life are everywhere as the trees bud and birds chirp…

25 days ago

Opossums, oh my! Wildlife rehabbers take on the little ones

4 minute read

There’s nothing worse than the sinking feeling of coming across an orphaned or injured rabbit, raccoon or other woodland creature… especially because most rehab centers won’t take them on. Enter Samantha Wolfe and Justin Grubb, co-founders of Sleeping Bear Wildlife Fund in…

3 months ago

Explore Maple Sugaring Through Time at Sleeping Bear Dunes

6 minute read

March is the best month for maple syrup production in Michigan due to the weather conditions. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore celebrates maple sugar season with live demonstrations, family activities, and samples of Michigan-made maple syrup at the historic farms in the Port Oneida…