- How long is the Sleeping Bear Dunes & M-22: A Northern Michigan Loop route?
- This route takes 8 days taking in 6 stops.
- Where does this route start and end?
- The route runs from Traverse City, Michigan to Traverse City, Michigan in Michigan, United States.
- When is the best time to travel this route?
- The best time to travel this route is June to October: summer beaches, fall colour.
- How active is this route?
- Activity level: Easy-going. Easy-going and accessible for most fitness levels.
- What transport do I need for this route?
- Any self-driven vehicle works well for this route.
- What budget do I need for this route?
- Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.
- What type of accommodation suits this route?
- Mixed accommodation works well along this route.
- What is the pace of this trip?
- Balanced — a good mix of sightseeing and downtime.
- What type of trip is this?
- This route is well-suited to: Scenic, Coastal, Nature, Food & drink, Classic road trip.
- Are there any practical tips for this route?
- Tour wineries by the half day so you can leave the car. Book bay-front lodging early for July and August weekends. Buy the national lakeshore pass (covers the scenic drive). Wear shoes for the soft, steep Dune Climb sand. Pick up a Mushroom Houses walking map downtown. The drawbridge opens on the half hour in summer, so allow for short delays. Petoskey stones show their pattern when wet; look along the shore after a windy day. Bishop Marina and Magnus Park are good spots. Take the first morning ferry to beat day-trip crowds. No cars on the island, so pack a day bag and rent or bring a bike. The Tunnel of Trees (M-119) north of Petoskey is a slow, scenic detour worth adding if you have a spare morning.
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