Empire, MI

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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
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

Though Downtown Mmpire might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Empire Bluff Trail and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive.

Downtown Mmpire
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Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn

2.5 out of 5
11730 S. Lacore Rd Empire MI
$111 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$118 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Empire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Parking is right in front of your door, well lit. Heater worked perfectly, towels soft, everything clean.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Empire Lakeshore Inn
Dune Climb Inn

Dune Climb Inn

2 out of 5
7194 S Dune Hwy Empire MI
$98 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$104 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Empire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Little Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (77 reviews)
Clean, comfortable, and cozy for me and my pet. Loved it!

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Dune Climb Inn
Grand Beach Resort Hotel

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1683 US 31 N Traverse City MI
$76 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$84 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,338 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely back! It was clean and the pool was well maintained.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Grand Beach Resort Hotel
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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 WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions City Opera House and Old Town Playhouse ...
9/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
Very clean building.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 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
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (604 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Pinestead Reef Resort
Kasa Gold Coast Inn Traverse City

Kasa Gold Coast Inn Traverse City

3 out of 5
4612 US-31 Traverse City MI
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Popular attractions Front Street and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (130 reviews)
The room was perfect! Very clean with a comfy couch.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Kasa Gold Coast Inn Traverse City
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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.

Popular places to visit

Sunrise on Little Glen Lake in Glen Arbor Michigan

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

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center

4.5/5(184 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
"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

5/5(77 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

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

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

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

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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Honor

A broken dock on the Huron River in winter, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Lake Ann

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