Sleeping Bear Dunes: The Great Dunescape
Hike + Optional Dine Only Registration (No Overnight Stay)
Traverse City Area
May 9, 2026
This registration option is for those who would like to join us for the hike and/or dining experience only and will be securing their own accommodations for the weekend, or for those who plan on making this a day trip and will not be staying overnight with Hike & Dine Events.
On Saturday, May 9th, we’ll be taking on an exhilarating dune hike/climb at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, a HARD-rated hiking experience that will challenge you with loose sand terrain, steep inclines, limited shaded areas, and elevation gained throughout the hike. This is not your typical wooded trail and will require a solid level of endurance to complete.
Trail Disclaimer:
This hike involves trekking through deep, loose sand with steep climbs that will challenge your legs, lungs, and endurance from start to finish. There is little to no shade, so you’ll be exposed to the sun for most of the hike, and every step in the sand requires more effort than a typical trail. This experience is rewarding, but it is physically demanding.
We’ll be arriving early to begin our hike as a group and navigating the dunes at a safe, steady pace with guidance from our Trail Support Team. After the hike, those who would like to join us are welcome to meet up for our group dining experience in Traverse City as we check out some of the area’s local bites.
This option is perfect for:
Local participants already staying in the area
Those who prefer to book their own hotel or Airbnb
Hikers who want to participate in the trail experience only
Guests who would like to join us for dining after the hike
Please note:
Transportation and lodging are not included with this registration.
Carpooling is only available to those booked in an overnight room package (or sharing with someone who is booked).
All participants must arrive on time at the scheduled hike meet-up location.
Whether you’re joining us for the challenge, the views, the post-hike meal, or all three... we’re excited to have you out on the dunes with us.
Registration is now open.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Stretching Basics & Info: 9 AM | Hike Start Time: 9:15 AM
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