Pyramid Point
A high-bluff viewpoint on the northern stretch of the national lakeshore. A short walk brings you to a sandy cliff about 80 meters high overlooking the Manitou Passage.
The Pyramid Point Trail starts at the parking lot on Basch Road and climbs about 0.8 km through woodland to the sandy overlook. Below, a steep sand slope drops straight into Lake Michigan, with views of North and South Manitou Islands. The trail can be extended into a loop of about 4 km through meadows and woodland. It sees fewer visitors than the dune climbs, so early morning or evening is best. The sand bluff is steep, so do not climb down it.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Glen Arbor
- Glen Haven Historic Village & Maritime Museum
- Sleeping Bear Dunes Dune Climb
- Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive
- Fishtown (Leland)
- South Manitou Island
- Empire Bluff Trail
- Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail