• Distance: 2.8 miles

• Terrain: Easy hike and ski - a flat loop through woods and wetlands

• Vegetation: Tall dune grass, shrubs, pine-oak forest, and the beginnings of a beech-maple forest.

• Trailhead: A vault toilet is available at the trailhead.

• Pets: Pets are NOT allowed on the trails during winter from December 1 through March 31 because it is a designated cross-country trail.

Comments:
The 2.8-mile sandy path winds through tall dune grass and is almost flat with just a few small grades. Near the beginning of the trail, there is a short section of low coastal dunes, with access to the beach. Then the trail turns away from Lake Michigan and becomes wooded for its length. A portion of the trail passes through a swamp, and a small bridge assists in crossing a couple of wet spots.

Fees: A National Park Pass is required. Various options are available and can be purchased online or at the Visitors Center in Empire.

Location: Off Lake Michigan Rd; take CR 669 north from M22, follow Lake Michigan Rd to east.