Empire Travel Guide

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Empire Bluff Scenic Lookout, Empire Bluff Trail, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan
Empire Bluff Scenic Lookout, Empire Bluff Trail, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan
Sunset at Pierce Stocking Scenic Overlook
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 Rp1.589.131 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
Rp1.589.131
Rp1.684.475 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Spotless room comfortable bed great stay even in the dead of winter

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Empire Lakeshore Inn
Dune Climb Inn

Dune Climb Inn

2 out of 5
7194 S Dune Hwy Empire MI
The price is Rp1.737.351 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
Rp1.737.351
Rp1.841.592 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Empire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Little ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
Great roadside inn. Room was cozy and perfect. I visited in winter when most tourist amenities are closed, so glad this inn stays open. Fridge, microwave, and fully-stocked coffee machine were very helpful. Everything was clean and staff was very nice to leave the light on for me when I told them ...

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Dune Climb Inn
Delamar Traverse City

Delamar Traverse City

4 out of 5
615 E Front Street Traverse City MI
Stay at this beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,158 reviews)
Wonderful clean room very kind and hard working staff excellent amenities!

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Delamar Traverse City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (92 reviews)
Great stay. It was clean and easy to access. Parking can be a pain but building itself was fantastic.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 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! (597 reviews)
I loved it! Front desk check in smooth and nice lady showed me around too. I fr eat like a queen. Will definitely stay again

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Pinestead Reef Resort
Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City

Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City

4 out of 5
539 Bay St Traverse City MI
Stay at this condo in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions West End Beach and City Opera House are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Nice location

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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