Backpacking at North Manitou Island: Trip Guide

The ultimate trip guide for backpacking North Manitou Island. Everything you need to know before you go on your next adventure to Sleeping Bear Dune Lakeshore area. This uninhabited island is accessed via ferry. Boasting stunning Lake Michigan sunsets with a backdrop of Caribbean blue water it's one of the best places to backpack in Michigan. With over 23 miles of trails to explore and located only 40 minutes from Traverse City, it’s the perfect spot for your next adventure.