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
Sand dunes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan.
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

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 ₹8,691 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
₹8,691
₹9,213 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Extremely uneven heat along with some vent outside making noise all night.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Empire Lakeshore Inn
Dune Climb Inn

Dune Climb Inn

2 out of 5
7194 S Dune Hwy Empire MI
The price is ₹9,408 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
₹9,408
₹9,972 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Empire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Little Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive ...
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 a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,172 reviews)
Everything was perfect from the first moment we arrived. Friendly staff always looking to help and make sure everything is going well. Great location only steps from the downtown restaurants and shopping. Great views from the rooms and the property of Traverse Bay

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

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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! (98 reviews)
This is the second time staying at the Boardwalk. Different rooms both times. This time the room was just not as clean as the first time. Dirty dishes were put back in the cupboards and we had to re-wash and there was a lot of hair in the shower that was left from previous tenant.

Reviewed on 23 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! (601 reviews)
The room was amazing as well as the staff!

Reviewed on 28 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 Front Street and West End Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
Everything was great!!!!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City
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Popular places to visit

Sunrise on Little Glen Lake in Glen Arbor Michigan

Little Glen Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Glen Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Little Glen Lake
Landscape at sunrise of sand dune, clouds, and waters of Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan, USA

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center

After visiting Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Empire. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
"Nature's Zen Garden", ripples on Lake Michigan, on the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, near Empire, Michigan.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

Find out about the history of Empire when you spend time at Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

Lime Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lime Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Lime Lake

Pearl Lake Natural Area

You can take time to visit Pearl Lake Natural Area during your travels to Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Pearl Lake Natural Area

Hartman Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hartman Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Hartman Lake

Cities near Empire

Such a cool city in the heart of Michigan's shoreline.

Glen Arbor

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Maple City, Michigan, USA.

Maple City

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