Empire Bluff Trail Tours

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The best way to explore striking natural landscapes is with your own two feet. Lace up your hiking boots, hit Empire Bluff Trail and take your time to appreciate the nature all around you.

This trekking route in Honor is popular with travelers, so put it on your travel itinerary. Don't think the sightseeing ends there, however. There are a lot more spots waiting for you to check out after Empire Bluff Trail. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Little Glen Lake, and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are nearby.

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Park Place Hotel

Park Place Hotel

3 out of 5
Downtown Traverse City
Price was $535, price is now $398 per person
$398
per person
Jan 23 - Jan 26
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Houston (IAH) to Traverse City (TVC)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
We did not have the best room. The TV did not work, would not even come on. The faucet in the tub spun around like a top, the sheet was pilled and extremely rough and the desk chair was completely shredded. Certainly not the standards I expected from the Park Place.

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort

The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort

3.5 out of 5
Price was $686, price is now $483 per person
$483
per person
Jan 23 - Jan 26
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Houston (IAH) to Traverse City (TVC)
8/10 Very Good! (799 reviews)
Everything was fine thank you

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Leland Lodge

Leland Lodge

2.5 out of 5
Price was $648, price is now $488 per person
$488
per person
Jan 29 - Feb 1
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Houston (IAH) to Traverse City (TVC)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (505 reviews)
Wonderful staff. Very comfortable room and lobby. A very cozy stay.

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

Reviews of Empire Bluff Trail

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The trail was very icy because of warm days and freezing nights, but I went to Dunhams and got yaktrax cleats for my hiking boots - made the hike up the next day so easy! And the view is just as beautiful as in the summer!

Popular places to visit

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center

4.5/5(181 reviews)

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
Scenic highway waypoint #1

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

5/5(76 reviews)

Find out about the history of Empire when you take a trip to Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore featuring general coastal views

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

5/5(309 reviews)

Spectacular sand dunes loom over the deep blue waters of Lake Michigan at this national park, where the rivers run clear and the forest rings with birdcalls.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Glen Lake

Glen Lake

4.5/5(81 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Glen Lake during your travels in Glen Arbor. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Glen Lake

Platte Township Hall

Platte Township Hall is just one of the places to see in Honor, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its theater scene.

Platte Township Hall

Little Glen Lake

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

Best Lodging Options Near Empire Bluff Trail

Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn

2.5 out of 5
11730 S. Lacore Rd Empire MI
Empire Lakeshore Inn
Coho Cottage, Village of Empire MI, Steps from SBD

Coho Cottage, Village of Empire MI, Steps from SBD

Empire MI
Coho Cottage, Village of Empire MI, Steps from SBD
Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location

Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location

Empire MI
Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location
Adorable farmhouse style home with washer/dryer, central AC, deck - near lake

Adorable farmhouse style home with washer/dryer, central AC, deck - near lake

Empire MI
Adorable farmhouse style home with washer/dryer, central AC, deck - near lake
Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,

Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,

Empire MI
Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,
Welcome to our farmhouse! Come and enjoy Empire. You will be happy you did.

Welcome to our farmhouse! Come and enjoy Empire. You will be happy you did.

Empire MI
Welcome to our farmhouse! Come and enjoy Empire. You will be happy you did.
The Cottonwood Inn B&B

The Cottonwood Inn B&B

3.5 out of 5
9583 W Front St Empire MI
The Cottonwood Inn B&B
My Roam'n Empire - Super Cute with Water Toys and Great Location! Walk to Downtown and Beach!

My Roam'n Empire - Super Cute with Water Toys and Great Location! Walk to Downtown and Beach!

Empire MI
My Roam'n Empire - Super Cute with Water Toys and Great Location! Walk to Downtown and Beach!
Empire Beach House - Lake Michigan cottage with firepit, grill & furnished deck

Empire Beach House - Lake Michigan cottage with firepit, grill & furnished deck

Empire MI
Empire Beach House - Lake Michigan cottage with firepit, grill & furnished deck
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