# Sleeping Bear Trails — Aunt Jane’s Guide

> National park trail guide with maps, descriptions, and local ratings. (iPhone/iPad app by Jonathan Reid.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleeping-bear-trails/id530045054 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jonathan Reid](https://appshunter.io/developer/530045057)
- Category: Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleeping-bear-trails/id530045054/reviews.md

## What is Sleeping Bear Trails?

Hike, bike, snowshoe, cross-country ski, and even ride your horse on designated trails through the dunes and woods of this National Park in northern lower Michigan. Find your way with this unique guide which includes detailed descriptions and maps of each trail, routing from your current location to the trailhead, GPS locations of trailheads, and photos.

A good reference for walkers, hikers, cross-country skiers, families, seniors, and people needing easy access information to this park, this app will be used regularly by the frequent visitor, and is unrivaled for first-timers.

Get the most out of your visit to the Lakeshore recently named “The Most Beautiful Place in America” by viewers of Good Morning America. Up-to-date information includes details about the New Bike Trail, which you won’t find anywhere else.

This app was developed by knowledgable locals and includes Aunt Jane’s personal star rating and comments about each trail.

## Key features

- Detailed trail maps
- Trail descriptions
- Photos of trails
- Route to trailhead
- GPS trailhead locations
- Local star ratings and comments

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleeping-bear-trails/id530045054/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great Trail App

*2016-01-01*

Just what I needed, found some great new trails for snowshoeing.  Perfect for day hikes, snowshoeing, skiing, and enjoying the most beautiful place in America!

### 5/5 — Good advice

*2015-06-05*

Took the Empire Bluff trail based on reviews and the app description "if you do just one trail, this is the one". The view at the end was fantastic!

### 4/5 — Exactly what I needed!

*2013-07-05*

The only thing I'd add is a place in each trail's section to write a short note for trail conditions or to record the date or loop that I hiked. (Especially useful for those of us doing the Trail Trekker:) Thanks, this is great!

### 5/5 — Helpful!

*2012-09-22*

This app was a great help to find the different trails and get an idea of what we wanted to try to hike or avoid! The map feature is extremely helpful when not familiar with local roads! Thanks "aunt Jane"

### 5/5 — Great app.

*2012-08-18*

This is awesome! Way cool!  Great idea thanks. Easy to use, understand, and great information. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Pocket maps without the clutter

*2012-07-28*

A must have for newbies and those familiar with the park alike.   Thank you!

### 5/5 — GREAT APP

*2012-07-05*

Thanks Aunt Jane- you cover the the best of the best 👍

### 5/5 — Very helpful app!

*2012-06-22*

Thank you Aunt Jane! This app is everything you need to find your way to all the natural beauty of the area. This is very easy to use and filled with great information.

### 5/5 — Terrific App

*2012-06-14*

Just what you need to have all the info on all the great trails in the most beautiful national park in America.  Excellent, informative and easy to use.

### 5/5 — The best app for all visitors to Sleeping Bear Dunes

*2012-06-08*

Absolutely awesome!  A real treasure for all the visitors to the park!

## Frequently asked questions about Sleeping Bear Trails

### What activities can I do using Sleeping Bear Trails?

Sleeping Bear Trails allows you to plan for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and horseback riding on designated trails within the park. The app provides detailed information for each of these activities.

### How does Sleeping Bear Trails help me find trailheads?

The app offers routing from your current location directly to the trailhead, and also provides GPS coordinates for each trailhead. This ensures you can easily find your starting point for any trail.

### What kind of local insights does Sleeping Bear Trails offer?

Developed by locals, Sleeping Bear Trails includes Aunt Jane's personal star ratings and comments for each trail. This provides unique, insider perspectives that can help you choose the best trails for your visit.

### Is Sleeping Bear Trails available on Android devices?

Currently, Sleeping Bear Trails is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Information regarding Android compatibility is not provided in the app's details.

### How often is Sleeping Bear Trails updated?

The latest version of Sleeping Bear Trails is 1.6, last updated on January 3, 2025. This indicates the app is actively maintained with recent information, including details about new trails.

### What is the age rating for Sleeping Bear Trails?

Sleeping Bear Trails has an age rating of 4+. This means it is suitable for children and adults, offering a safe and informative experience for families visiting the park.

### Does Sleeping Bear Trails have ads?

No, Sleeping Bear Trails does not contain advertisements. The app is completely free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

### What makes Sleeping Bear Trails unique compared to other park guides?

Sleeping Bear Trails stands out with its local, personal insights, including star ratings and comments from knowledgeable locals. It also provides up-to-date information on specific features like the New Bike Trail, which may not be found elsewhere.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2025-01-03

Use secure https links when available.

### 1.5 — 2024-10-07

Moved web page loading indicator from status bar at top to tool bar at bottom.

### 1.4 — 2017-11-29

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

• Fixes for iPhone X
• Update link to Empire Area Museum

### 1.3 — 2017-08-28

Version 1.3
Technical update, including:
• 64-bit support, to keep running on iOS 11
• UI refresh, supporting different phone sizes
• Show driving directions in Apple Maps

### 1.2 — 2012-10-25

Version 1.2
• Fixed rotation problem on iOS 6
• Improved launch experience
Note: The minimum required iOS has been increased to IOS 4.3

Version 1.1
• Improved main list, making different trail types clearer 
• Added descriptions of trail locations 
• Moved "New Bike Trail" to Trail 8 Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, replacing former Trail 8 "Duneside Accessibility Trail" 
• Added iPhone 5 support

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All apps by Jonathan Reid: https://appshunter.io/developer/530045057

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