Sleeping Bear Dunes Lakeshore

A few years ago we went to Sleeping Bear and hiked the dunes and played in the gloriously clear water, but this year we decided to try something different. So, after my early massage on Saturday morning (also paid for by the hotel) we grabbed some food at the grocery store and headed out.

We decided to float the Platte River, which was exceedingly slow, but perfect for our little gang. We ended up half floating half walking until the ground got sharp, then we all put our feet up. We had a short hike back to the base, then got in the cars to spend the rest of the day at a beach in Frankfort.

Michigan beaches are awesome. Nice sand, decent water, and even on the 4th of July weekend, no crowds!! We are going to miss that. We had a relaxing and sunny final day as we watched the kids play and play as we chatted and chatted. A quick bite at A and W and we were home before midnight. What a weekend!