The Platte Plains trail system in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has nearly 15 miles of trails through the maple-beech and pine forest. This less busy area of the dunes gives hikers a quiet adventure with access to Otter Creek, Otter Lake, and Bass Lake. There are also several access points to Lake Michigan throughout the trail. This hike gives a very serene setting for the ultimate Up-North hiking experience!