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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Leland Lodge

Leland Lodge

2.5 out of 5
per person
Aug 19 - Aug 21
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Nashville (BNA) to Traverse City (TVC)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (432 reviews)
Nice ambiance. Quiet room. Grounds immaculate. Peaceful and restful.

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

The Cottage

The Cottage

3 out of 5
per person
Aug 21 - Aug 25
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
St. Louis (STL) to Traverse City (TVC)
No reviews
Pointes North Beachfront Hotel

Pointes North Beachfront Hotel

2.5 out of 5
per person
Aug 19 - Aug 23
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Nashville (BNA) to Traverse City (TVC)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The location on the beach and the outdoor pool was great. The outside of the property was very well kept. The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms themselves need an upgrade. It’s very dated and the furniture needs upgraded.

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Reviews of Empire Bluff Trail

4.7
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 71%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 26%
3 - Okay
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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
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
Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach
Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach
Empire
Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach
Coho Cottage, Village of Empire MI, Steps from SBD
Coho Cottage, Village of Empire MI, Steps from SBD
Empire
Coho Cottage, Village of Empire MI, Steps from SBD
Cozy Cottage in Empire walkable to Lake Michigan
Cozy Cottage in Empire walkable to Lake Michigan
Empire
Cozy Cottage in Empire walkable to Lake Michigan
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
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
Adorable farmhouse style home with washer/dryer, central AC, deck - near lake
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
Welcome to our farmhouse! Come and enjoy Empire. You will be happy you did.
Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,
Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,
Empire
Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,
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