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Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - Empire MI Scenic Drive

Preview: This drive is a 7.5-mile loop through sweeping dunescapes, and ghost forests, with panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Special attractions: The entire drive is filled with overlooks of the Sleeping Bear Dunes Area. Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive is a 7.5-mile loop at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore which takes you from sweeping dunescapes to bird's-eye views of Lake Michigan, through forests of beech, maple, and pine trees. This short drive is packed with information and natural wonders. This chapter is a complete description of a scenic drive with a route map and information on the best travel seasons, interesting sites, recreation opportunities, camping locations, and much more.
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Best Time to Go: Year-round, may be difficult in winter
This travel guide comes from:
Scenic Driving Michigan Guide Book



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Tonight
Periods of light snow. Breezy. Total nighttime snow accumulation of 2 to 3 inches. Lows in the lower 20s. Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Wednesday
Periods of light snow early...then numerous snow showers in the afternoon. Breezy. Total daytime snow accumulation around 1 inch. Highs in the mid 20s. North winds 15 to 25 mph.
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