Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
#7 in Best Places to Visit in Michigan
Known for its breathtaking scenery, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is covered in sand dunes that tower more than 450 feet above Lake Michigan. Visitors can climb to the top of the dunes to admire their surroundings or enjoy a picnic lunch at the bottom. The protected area also offers nearly 100 miles of trails for hiking, biking, skiing and snowshoeing, including the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, which weaves its way around the lakeshore past many of its dunes and bodies of water.
Traverse City
#8 in Best Places to Visit in Michigan
Dubbed the Cherry Capital of the World, Traverse City feels more like a small town than the most populated destination in northern Michigan. Along with its cherries, the town is known for its charming downtown area and its emerging wine scene, which includes nearly 40 vineyards and wineries. To enjoy warm weather and fun seasonal events like the National Cherry Festival and the Traverse City Film Festival, plan a summer visit.
