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Dune Climb Inn

Studios and suites near Sleeping Bear Dunes in Empire, Michigan.

Stay by the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail

Bring your bike and pick up the trail from the inn, or spend the morning climbing the dunes. Back on the grounds, pull up a chair by a fire pit. Traveling with a dog? Ask about our pet-friendly South Wing studios.

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A king studio gives two people room to stretch out. The Back Door Studio has a queen bed and a sofa bed, and both suites have kitchens if you’d like to cook dinner here.

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Plan a day by the water

For a view of Little Glen Lake, climb the first dune and look back. For an afternoon on the water, head to Glen Arbor to paddle the Crystal River. Our local guide also includes places to stop for coffee and lunch.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Kayak The Crystal River

Glen Lake

The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail

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See the wood-paneled rooms, the lawn and the outdoor seating before you choose where to stay.

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This wood-paneled room at a sleeping bear dunes hotel features a desk and kitchenette.
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