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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Empire Bluff Scenic Lookout?
- Empire Bluff Scenic Lookout is rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 334 reviews.
- Where is Empire Bluff Scenic Lookout located?
- Empire Bluff Trail, Honor, MI 49640
- How can I contact Empire Bluff Scenic Lookout?
- Website: empire-lookout.keeq.io
It's a short trek through a forest. The lookout had a good view . When we visited in the month of July it was a bit cloudy so we had to wait a few mins for the clouds to clear to get the view.
Easy to get to the parking area. The hike in is 3/4 of a mile. The trail is hard packed with some hills and is well maintained. It's mostly shaded until you get to the main viewing area. The wooden walk path near the viewing area can be slippery due to the dry sand on it. Well worth the hike in.
A mildly moderate hike with a big reward. A decent amount of hills but nothing too strenuous. I would take this walk again!
Beautiful location with just a shot hike needed. 1.5 miles round trip, you can walk further up if you want but I feel you get the best views from the stopping point.
Sunset... Words can't describe. One of the wonders of the world such a perfect place. It's like a monastery at sunset, sound travels so my experience was that it's a very quiet place. The sunset is so beautiful and the sound of the waves. I think your roughly 609ft above the waters surface and it's safe hike and viewing area. Because of the sand your steps are nearly silent. You just dont make any noise. One place on the planet to experience a sunset like this one. One of the largest freshwater lakes in the world and the only place on the planet to have sand dunes on a freshwater coast. This truly and actually is a one of a kind place to see a sunset I'd say it's the most important part of the pilgrimage to the sleeping bear dunes period flat out. Pictures cannot remotely convey the milage your viewing from the lookout
Absolutely lovely views! Nice bit through the woods and then a little boardwalk to the Lake. There is a downed tree at the end. Some people said it had really nice views past the end. The trail gets less wide, and my sister and I chickened out and turned around. Definitely don't want to miss this one if you're in the area!
Very glad I finally made this trip. Google maps directions were wrong and not great signage but found the trailhead eventually. Trail is an easy walk, wide and not very challenging. The views are worth it. Also spectacular views waking in the high dune forest on the way to the boardwalk. Highly recommend.
One of my favourite locations on Earth. Some of the best parts of this scenic over look are the ones after the sort of stopping point. The walk out past this area is less of a manicured "path" but is a lovely trail that traverses sand dunes and climbs again offering stunning vistas with each step. Peaceful, thankfully not super crushed with people or dreaded "tourists" . One of the best parts of this area is the general peacefulness afforded by lack of crowds. Best visited in the winter if you ask me.
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