Hiking

This paved, multi-use trail spans over 20 gorgeous miles from Empire to Glen Arbor and beyond. Accessible to all—hikers, wheelchairs, bikers, strollers, skiers, and more.

This must-do hike ends at a steep bluff, featuring the iconic double-dune view that's the subject of paintings, posters, and postcards. 1.5 mile loop; just 1 mile south of Empire.

Perhaps one of the park's most cherished trails, this takes you up a short .6 mile climb to an expansive northern view. Stay and play among the sand bowls (perfect for jumping into!) for a must-do dunes experience.

To reach this trail, you'll have to scale to the peak of the Dune Climb. From there, a 1.75 mile sandy—and strenuous— trail takes you over breathtaking panoramas to Lake Michigan. Bring water and footwear! (3.5 miles total)

Connecting to the Dune Trail from the south, this trail is only accessible through Pierce Stocking Drive. Strenuous on hot days, it climbs over dunes with scenic views for a 1.4 mile loop.

The park's most expansive trail system spans nearly 15 miles total. Enter at the Platte River Campground, Esch Road Beach, or Trail End Road. This trail is the only access point for White Pine Backcountry campground.

Hilly and secluded, this 2. 5 mile trail is frequented by bikers and hikers alike and connects to North Bar Beach and Pierce Stocking Drive.

Several loops make up 8 miles of easy-to-medium trails over hills and historic farmland. Take the 1 mile route to the view of the bay and back for a shorter hike.

Connecting to Good Harbor Beach, this 2.8 mile loop offers a shady, wooded relief from the hot beach.

This trail takes hikers through meadows, woods, and the moraine left by glaciers to end at a view of the Glen Lakes (1.5 mile loop).

A hidden gem in the park, this 2.3 mile long hike meanders through beautiful forests and dunes before ending at an expansive beach.

With a scenic overlook of the Manitou Islands and Glen Lake, this multi-loop trail offers many options for exploration.