Visit Treat Farm in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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Rich with history dating back to the 1800s, the Charles Treat homestead on Norconk Road is a favorite of photographers in every season, but it’s especially magical in winter. A peaceful half-mile hike through a beech-maple forest opens up to a rolling field where the farmhouse and outbuildings are tucked in under a blanket of snow. A path continues past a soaring dune to a bluff-top perch, where hikers are treated to panoramic views of Lake Michigan. It’s the perfect place to take your outdoor-loving partner or friend.

Sleeping Bear Dune National Lakeshore Spots to Visit

Once you’ve visited Treat Farm, here are a few more must-visit stops nearby:

• Get Yourself Over to Shipwreck Cafe for Hunky Sandwiches
• Your Ultimate Sleeping Bear Dunes Guide from Head to Toe
• Explore Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore