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Review & FAQ:
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What is the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore?
- The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a 35-mile stretch of the eastern coastline of Lake Michigan on the lower peninsula of Michigan.
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What is the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail?
- The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail is a multi-use trail developed in sections to provide pedestrian and bike access to key areas of the national lakeshore.
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When was the Glen Arbor to Dune Climb section completed?
- The four-mile stretch from Glen Arbor to the Dune Climb was completed in 2012, providing access to campgrounds and amenities.
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When was the Empire section completed?
- In 2014, the 5.5-mile section extending the trail to Empire was completed.
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When was the Port Oneida connection completed?
- In 2015, a 3.5-mile section was added, connecting the trail to the Port Oneida Rural Historic District.
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What is unique about the last section of the trail?
- The last section includes a 600-meter boardwalk that stretches over wetlands, allowing visitors to experience the area's natural beauty up close.
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Where is the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail located?
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6900 S. Dune Highway, Empire, MI 49630
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