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Lots to love at national lakeshores
One of the lesser-known designations for sites that are managed by the National Park Service is National Lakeshore . Four coastal sites — two in Michigan , one in Indiana and one in Wisconsin — have received this designation , and here is a look at what travelers can see and do when they visit these Midwestern NPS sites :
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Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Bayfield , Wisconsin | nps . gov / apis
There are a number of things to do along the mainland — lighthouse tours , nature walks , summer campfire programs — but boat excursions make the islands more accessible . One of the park ’ s most unique features is its sea caves , which become works of art when they freeze over in the winter .
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Porter , Indiana | nps . gov / indu
In addition to enjoying 15 miles of sandy beach , visitors can go kayaking and fishing in Lake Michigan . Groups also can enjoy seasonal interpretive programs that include everything from nature walks and ranger-led bicycle tours to guided snowshoeing excursions in the winter .
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Empire , Michigan | nps . gov / slbe
This popular recreation area near Traverse City beckons visitors with its 64 miles of beaches , coves and inlets . The towering 400-foot sand dunes are the main attraction , and sweeping views of Lake Michigan are available from atop Sleeping Bear , Empire and Pyramid Point bluffs .
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Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Munising , Michigan | nps . gov / piro
Located in Michigan ’ s Upper Peninsula along Lake Superior , Pictured Rocks celebrated its 50th anniversary last year . Travelers have a variety of activities awaiting them , including learning about park ’ s tie to the U . S . Lighthouse Service , exploring the cliffs and forests , and hiking to waterfalls .
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24 June 2017