Emily & Ian’s guidebook
Hiking Trail
Great hiking trail with lovely views, easy up and back, parking lot.
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Empire Bluff Trailhead
Empire Bluff TrailGreat hiking trail with lovely views, easy up and back, parking lot.
Food scene
Best burgers and fries in the area! Be ready for a long wait in the summer, but it's worth it. Smelt basket is our favorite.
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Art's Tavern
6487 W Western AveBest burgers and fries in the area! Be ready for a long wait in the summer, but it's worth it. Smelt basket is our favorite.
Great pizza, burgers, sandwiches and fries here. And the beer is always cold. Small grocery added in Summer 2020!
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Empire Village Inn
11601 S Lacore RdGreat pizza, burgers, sandwiches and fries here. And the beer is always cold. Small grocery added in Summer 2020!
Bear Paw Pizza & Market
6444 W Western AveExcellent pizza for carryout!
Stormcloud Brewing Company
303 Main StExcellent local craft beer and snacks.
Sightseeing
Our property sits right on the border of the National Lakeshore--hiking, scenic views, empty beaches!
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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
9922 W Front StOur property sits right on the border of the National Lakeshore--hiking, scenic views, empty beaches!
Great beach for kids and adults alike. Make a bonfire and enjoy the sunset!
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Empire Beach
Great beach for kids and adults alike. Make a bonfire and enjoy the sunset!