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What you are reading: Attractions in Empire, Michigan This Weekend
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Empire is a small village in Leelanau County in Michigan, located in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. With the magnificent Empire Bluffs to the south and the world-famous sand dunes of the National Lakeshore to the north, the area is known for breathtaking views of the dunes, North and South Manitou islands, and the vast Lake Michigan. Empire is a perfect starting point for exploring the park and many hiking and biking trails start in the village.
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