Empire

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Empire Bluff Scenic Lookout, Empire Bluff Trail, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan
Sunset at Pierce Stocking Scenic Overlook
Sand dunes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan.
A view from the top of the Dunes as you enter the Pierce-Stocking Scenic Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore , Lake Michigan. This dune is 2,000 feet high. You are permitted to hike it. #blue #green
This is the first glimpse of the Dunes as you enter the Pierce-Stocking Scenic Drive. It's a short seven mile loop through Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore with several overlooks of the Dunes and Lake Michigan. #blue #green

Where to stay in Empire

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Downtown Mmpire

When in Downtown Mmpire, you can plan a visit to Empire Bluff Trail and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Mmpire
Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn

2.5 out of 5
11730 S. Lacore Rd Empire MI
The price is HK$1,048 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
HK$1,048
HK$1,111 total
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Empire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Parking is right in front of your door, well lit. Heater worked perfectly, towels soft, everything clean.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Empire Lakeshore Inn
Dune Climb Inn

Dune Climb Inn

2 out of 5
7194 S Dune Hwy Empire MI
The price is HK$802 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$802
HK$851 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Empire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Little Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (77 reviews)
Clean, comfortable, and cozy for me and my pet. Loved it!

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Dune Climb Inn
Grand Beach Resort Hotel

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1683 US 31 N Traverse City MI
Stay at this beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,338 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely back! It was clean and the pool was well maintained.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

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Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

2 out of 5
232 E State St Traverse City MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions City Opera House and Old Town ...
9/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
Very clean building.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
Pinestead Reef Resort

Pinestead Reef Resort

4 out of 5
1265 N US Highway 31 N Traverse City MI
Stay at this beach apartment in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (605 reviews)
I would stay again

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Pinestead Reef Resort
Kasa Gold Coast Inn Traverse City

Kasa Gold Coast Inn Traverse City

3 out of 5
4612 US-31 Traverse City MI
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Popular attractions Front Street and Mt. Holiday ...
Kasa Gold Coast Inn Traverse City
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Popular places to visit

Sunrise on Little Glen Lake in Glen Arbor Michigan

Little Glen Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Glen Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Little Glen Lake
Landscape at sunrise of sand dune, clouds, and waters of Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan, USA

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center

After visiting Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Empire. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
"Nature's Zen Garden", ripples on Lake Michigan, on the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, near Empire, Michigan.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

Find out about the history of Empire when you spend time at Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

Lime Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lime Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Lime Lake

Hartman Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hartman Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Hartman Lake

Pearl Lake Natural Area

You can take time to visit Pearl Lake Natural Area during your travels to Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Pearl Lake Natural Area

Things to do

Andie's NON BUS 4-winery Traverse Leelanau Peninsula Wine Tour

NON-BUS Andie's Leelanau Peninsula MOVIE STARS Wine Tour

HK$774
per adult
NON-BUS Andie's Leelanau Peninsula MOVIE STARS Wine Tour
2 Day Wine Tour NON BUS Traverse City Wine Country 2 Peninsula

MOVIE STARS 2 Day Traverse Wine Country 2 Peninsula WINE TOUR

HK$2,963
per adult
MOVIE STARS 2 Day Traverse Wine Country 2 Peninsula WINE TOUR
Andie's VIP Traverse City Leelanau Peninsula Wine Tour

NON BUS Andie's Leelanau Peninsula MOVIE STARS Wine Tour

HK$1,556
per adult
NON BUS Andie's Leelanau Peninsula MOVIE STARS Wine Tour
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