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We had our 8 mth old baby with us and completed the entire trail with her strapped on my chest. Was actually a bit much with the heat. I familiarized myself with the hike but still hadn't expected to spend quite so much time climbing dunes in the full sun. Absolutely beautiful trails and amazing views. Was definitely worthwhile. Maybe next time I would start earlier to avoid some of the heat. (We hiked around 11 am - 1230 pm. Our girl loved it. She took in the scenery, enjoyed a bottle feeding, took a brief nap, and laughed hysterically at her mom who was laboring up the dunes behind us. 😂😂
The hiking trails offered a perfect blend of challenge and beauty, with stunning views of the dunes and Lake Michigan. Each step was accompanied by breathtaking scenery, making the trek truly worthwhile. The well-maintained paths and informative signs enriched the journey, providing insights into the area's natural history. Whether you're an avid hiker or just looking for a serene escape, Sleeping Bear Point Trailhead is a must-visit destination that captures the essence of Michigan's natural beauty. Highly recommended for a memorable outdoor adventure!
Mid level hike. Amazing views. Lots of sand walking and climbing up and down.
The trail was moderately easy only because it’s lose sand. The view at the end was pretty. I would have give it 5 stars but the black flys were horrible and we even sprayed bug repellent on us before we started out! So we only stayed a few minutes!
This is one of the most magical hidden gems in the national park, tucked away on Pierce Stocking Drive.
There wasn't too much parking, but there were a few spaces open when we arrived in the middle of the day. The beach is gorgeous, turquoise blue. A lot of people were bringing chairs and coolers since it's only a 0.3-mile walk to the beach h. It's probably the nicest beach we saw in the park.
Great trail. Good views - not as good as the overlook but was less crowd! East path.
Nice short trail. Beautiful view of Glenn Lake, the dune climb and lake Michigan
It was tons of fun hiking this trail! I do recommend bringing a windbreaker. It gets pretty windy in the dunes. I did hike it in early autumn, if I were hiking in summer, I'd definitely bring water, a protein bar, and a hat. The hike is pretty hilly, but it gives you a very close look to the dune biome, and a better look at the dunes as a whole. Give yourself 45 minutes to an hour to leisurely stroll this trail and take in the views.
A short and nice hike to view the dunes up close !
At about 1.75 miles, this trail isn't difficult because it's amazingly long. It's more to do with the sand you wind up trudging through, as well as the general lack of any substantive shade. There are also numerous points where people have carved additional (unmarked) trails to other dunes, so an app like AllTrails can be very helpful. There are sign posts that are pretty easy to find so you can make sure you're on the right track, too.
In addition to views of Glen Lake, Dune Climb, and Lake Michigan, it's pretty cool being able to walk through and see all the diverse types of plants that are able to survive in such a unique environment.
In addition to views of Glen Lake, Dune Climb, and Lake Michigan, it's pretty cool being able to walk through and see all the diverse types of plants that are able to survive in such a unique environment.
The scenery was gorgeous. The best views in the area. The hike around the dunes was a tough one. I’m not a fan of sand on a good day and this didn’t endear me in any way. Definitely make sure to stock up on water and hit the bathroom before starting this endeavor as 98% of the hike is sand and sun. I think I got an inkling of what it’s like being a desert nomad.
Don’t forget water. We really enjoyed this hike. Follow the fence posts with painted green tips so you don’t get lost. Please do not stop onto the fragile plants growing off the trail. Limited parking spaces available.
A nice short hike to a beautiful view. Take the scenic drive to get to it. It is a great hike with some vigor needed. Many ways to get to the same view for less experienced hikers take the lowland path it is blazed with light blue and there is a dark blue blaze as well. Have fun stay on the designated trail as there are protected areas to the left and right of the trails. You may want to explore but there are plant species that need to stay there, so be kind and stay on the path and obey the rules. Happy hiking.
Went first thing in the morning, and it was perfect. Stunning views. A bit of a climb at times, but nothing terribly difficult. It's well marked with tall blue painted posts. There are lots of exposed areas so make sure to wear that sunscreen. There were also a number of flies at different points on the trail so deet is recommended. Finally, watch out for poison ivy which is very close to some of the wooded parts of the trail.
No matter the season, this is a great hike. Can see nesting Plovers in the spring if lucky. Go early in day to miss crowd during summer. Easy hike to the beach on the short trail. Beautiful frontage, great views. Longer loop trail takes you in a circle through some very interesting terrain. Highly recommend.
Moderately difficult trail, make sure to wear shoes that will get sand in them