Dune Tour

Personalized Adventure with Expert Local Guides

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on our signature Dune Tour. Led by expert naturalist guides, this tour takes you along scenic trails through towering dunes, forested landscapes, and panoramic overlooks of Lake Michigan. Along the way, you’ll hear fascinating stories about the park’s history, wildlife, and natural wonders, making it a memorable adventure for families, couples, and solo explorers alike. Climbing a dune is optional!

What to Expect on Your Dune Tour

Step into the natural beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes with a guided hike through towering sand dunes, forested trails, and scenic overlooks. Learn about the park’s unique landscapes, wildlife, and history as your guide shares stories that bring the dunes to life.

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Family of four walking barefoot on sandy path through grassy sand dunes towards forested area on a sunny day
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Three people hiking up a sandy hill in a wooded area during fall, with trees showing colorful autumn leaves in the background.
Sand dunes with green grass leading to a beach and blue Lake Michigan, with a blue sky and scattered clouds.
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Iconic Highlights You’ll See

  • Towering sand dunes with panoramic views of Lake Michigan

  • Forested trails filled with local flora and fauna, magnificently presented anytime of year

  • Hidden spots and overlooks that showcase the park’s signature beauty

  • Interpretive stories from experienced guides

Tour Details

  • Duration: 1.5 hours

  • Group Size: Private tours for a personal experience or join a group tour

  • Accessibility: Our Dune Trail features soft sand underfoot and gentle, rolling terrain, offering a low-impact experience. Enjoy sweeping views without the challenge of steep climbs.

  • What’s Provided: Expert guide, interpretive storytelling, park map

  • What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, water, and curiosity

Why Choose a Guided Dune Tour

  • A guided Dune Tour allows you to safely explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore while gaining insight into its natural and cultural history. Whether hiking with friends, family, or solo, you’ll experience the park’s most breathtaking vistas and hidden gems. A memorable adventure every time!

Book Your Dune Tour Today

Reserve your spot to discover the iconic landscapes of Sleeping Bear Dunes with an expert guide. Open year round!

Read more about each experience by selecting a tour type below:

A woman in a pink jacket, black leggings, and a black cap is jumping in the air on a sandy beach with Lake Michigan and sky in the background, under partly cloudy weather.
Two people sitting on a a sandy dune overlooking Lake Michigan, wearing jackets and hats, with one person's arm around the other.
A person stands on a wooden deck at night, holding a flashlight directed at the starry sky, featuring tall pine trees in the background.

Seasonal Offering - Select #2 Forest

Rolling, Sandy Trail

Walk the sandy trail exploring the shore, coastal dunes, and forests of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Skirt the base of a coastal dune while exploring wetlands, forests, and diverse ecosystems. Challenge yourself or a loved one to a race to the top of the dune or feel free to sit back and watch!

Duration: 1.5 hours

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Near Platte River Campground

The perfect tour to fully explore the breathtaking Sleeping Bear Dunes. Walk alongside our knowledgeable former park ranger guide who will share fascinating local insights, provide you with a detailed park map, and help you get fully prepared for your unforgettable northern Michigan adventure.

Explore the Shore

Explore the shore for Petoskey stones (Michigan’s state stone), watch loons swim and vocalize offshore, spy birds of prey and sea gulls, or just sit in the sand and learn more about the park from your experienced guide.

Easy, Breezy, and Chill

Walk slowly and take your time to savor the breathtaking, beautiful views all around you. Feel the freedom as you run along the soft, warm sandy beach, or choose to peacefully explore the area at your own pace on a private tour. This welcoming, family-friendly National Lakeshore location offers endless fun and thrilling adventure for everyone to enjoy! Don’t miss this iconic rolling sand trail that adds a unique touch to your experience.

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Sandy Beach Trail

Go barefoot and explore the shore, forests, and front country dunes in this hidden gem location in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Visualize the coastal dunes of Empire Bluff and the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in the distance.

Setting is spectacular year round!

The adaptable hike that’s fun for the entire family!

Read more about each experience by selecting a tour type below:

A woman in a pink jacket, black leggings, and a black cap is jumping in the air on a sandy beach with Lake Michigan and sky in the background, under partly cloudy weather.
Two people sitting on a a sandy dune overlooking Lake Michigan, wearing jackets and hats, with one person's arm around the other.
A person stands on a wooden deck at night, holding a flashlight directed at the starry sky, featuring tall pine trees in the background.

Seasonal Offering - Select #2 Forest

The original wilderness guides in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Cancellation Policy

4% credit card recovery fee for all client cancellations - zero costs to reschedule.

Client cancellations within 24 hours of tour time will not be refunded.

Cancellation by SB2r will receive a 100% refund.

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