Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - Inland Lakes (U.S. National Park Service)

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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Inland Lakes

inland lakes includes:
Northern Area Glen Arbor & Empire Area Platte Plains Area		Southern Boundary Area Manitou Islands

There are 21 lakes within the boundaries of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You will find a short description and directions to each lake below. They are categorized by general area within the Lakeshore.

The content of the following pages is based on an article by Jane Greiner published in the Glen Arbor Sun on June 29, 2006.

Northern Area
Bass Lake
School Lake
Narada Lake
Shell Lake
Hidden Lake

Glen Arbor and Empire Area
Tucker Lake
Mill Pond
North Bar Lake
Taylor Lake

Platte Plains Area
Otter Lake
Bass Lake
Deer Lake

Southern Area
Mud Lake
Loon Lake
Round Lake
Bow Lakes (3 Lakes)

Manitou Islands
Lake Manitou - North Manitou
Tamarack Lake - North Manitou
Florence Lake - South Manitou

Beach Fun
Enjoy the beautiful beaches on Lake Michigan or one of the inland lakes.
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Over 100 Miles of Hiking Trails
Get up-close and personal with the natural beauty of the Lakeshore by taking a hike.
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Visit South Manitou Island
Learn about South Manitou Island. Take a day-trip to the island or backpack for a couple of days.
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Backpacking on North Manitou Island
North Manitou Island is managed as a Wilderness. Most of the island is open for backpacking.
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			Did You Know? The Great Lakes was the highway of the past. It was the main way that cargo and passengers moved through this area until roads were established. A variety of boats used on the Great Lakes are on display at the Cannery in Glen Haven within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. more...

Last Updated: August 25, 2006 at 16:14 EST