Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail

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Looking for something new to do with the family this summer? Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail celebrated their Grand Opening last week. The first segment from “The Dune Climb” to Glen Arbor is now open to the public, approximately 8 miles of paved multi-use path.

Friends Kelly and Laurie riding Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail last week.

Last week I happened to be Up North with some friends and we were able to get a preview of the new trail segment. The path is wide, smooth and flat—a perfect ride for kids and those not used to rigorous cycling. The trail winds through Sleeping Bear National Park offering wooded and scenic views.

RIbbon cutting ceremony. Picture by Roxanne Vander Sys.

If you begin your ride at The Dune Climb, you’ll ride through DH Day Campground where you can stop for a bathroom break or refill your water bottles.

For more information on Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail check out:
Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail
National Park Services: Heritage Trail 

Information on Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore:
The Dune Climb
Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore
DH Day Campground