Got 5 Minutes?… Hiking Pyramid Point

Got 5 Minutes…? Hiking Pyramid Point Ask any native or regular visitor, there is no view in Northern Michigan like Pyramid Point. The journey from Indigo Bluffs to the trailhead is one you won’t soon forget. Winding roads will take you through the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore​. You will cross between the two Glen Lakes and have a view of the famous dune climb off to your left. You will carry on through the village of Glen Arbor and experience all that is M22. From the trailhead, the journey upwards mixes beautiful foliage and anticipation. Once at the top,

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Got 5 Minutes…? Biking

Got 5 Minutes…? Biking In our corner of the world, four wheels aren’t necessary to have an adventure. Where the pavement ends is often where the real show-stopping scenery begins. If you have five minutes and your own set of wheels, consider any of these amazing trails. Feel the wind at your back and nothing but blue skies above you as you bike through paradise. Stop off at any number of fine coffee shops or bakeries for refreshment before continuing on to more bliss. You will undoubtedly cross paths with stunning water views and wildlife in their natural haunts. A

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Got 5 Minutes …? Sunsets

Got 5 Minutes …Nothing encapsulates everything that is northern Michigan quite like an exquisite Lake Michigan sunset. Though Indigo Bluffs is surrounded by incredible beaches, consider Van’s Beach in Leland for stunning views, the cool feel of sand on your toes, and that iconic sound of waves crashing. After, head downtown for shopping or dining so fine you will need to post photos for your friends to believe.

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Got 5 Minutes …? Photography

Got 5 Minutes … From Indigo Bluffs, five minutes can satisfy even the most skilled photographer’s deepest desires. The area is rich in color and light and is never short on scenery. From snapping photos of the world famous Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive to the abundant wildlife that fills our woods, five minutes can be extremely fulfilling for a shutterbug. Start with our village of Empire and move on to the surrounding sites, for those who live life behind a lens, your next great adventure starts here.

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Got 5 Minutes …? Hiking

South Manitou Island

Got 5 Minutes? …A stone’s throw from Indigo Bluff is a nearly unlimited selection of absolutely stunning hiking. A short drive will provide you with an unmatched ability to commune with nature and lay eyes on timeless, enchanting views. One stop will show you the breadth of Northern Michigan plant life, the next a staggeringly beautiful view of our beloved Lake Michigan. Instagram worthy shots lie around every bend, if you have five minutes to let go and let nature wash over you.

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Got 5 Minutes … ? Paddleboarding

Got 5 Minutes? …It takes but moments from Indigo Bluffs to reach the clear and calm waters of Glen Lake. Let the environment wash over you as you paddle out, nothing but a board under your feet and sparkling water to your right and left. You will see the Dunes Climb in the distance and remember in this corner of the world, nothing is impossible. From there, the quaint village of Glen Arbor is just around the corner, offering shopping, dining, and more spectacular views. A five minute drive could lead to family memories forever.

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Got 5 Minutes …? Beach Combing

Got 5 Minutes? ….Just a short scenic drive from Indigo Bluffs lies a beachcombing paradise. While you stroll the serene sands of Lake Michigan, taking in the wind and the waves, there are treasures to be found. Leland Blues, Charlevoix Stones, beach glass, driftwood, and the iconic Petoskey Stones await you as keepsakes of your Sleeping Bear adventures. Within five more minutes, experience the world class chocolate at Grocer’s Daughter Chocolate, in downtown Empire. Relax and indulge over a truffle or hot chocolate. Allow the area to stimulate all five senses for a truly unforgettable getaway.

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