Things To Do

Popular Attractions

Frequently mentioned favorites include the Dune Climb, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, Glen Haven Maritime Museum and Life Saving Station, canoe trips on the Crystal and Platte Rivers, and the biking and hiking trails - especially those with scenic overlooks in areas such as at Pyramid Point. Many locals enjoy stopping off for an ice cream cone, and then driving the smaller local roads to appreciate the wide range of flora and fauna in Leelanau County. The ranger-led tours and campfire programs are also a perennial favorite. 

On The Water

For boaters, both power and sail, the combination of Lake Michigan and 26 inalnd lakes with sparkling, clean waters offers a perfect destination. 

Manitou Islands

Just a short boat ride from Leeland, you‘ll find North and South Manitou islands. A part of the national lakeshore, these spectacular wildlife refuges are perfect for bird watchers, hikers, campers, or anyone…

Lighthouses

The portion of Lake Michigan east of the Manitou Islands from Frankfort to Northport is the "Manitou Passage." For generations, it has been a "short cut" where a ship's captain could save…

Outdoor Recreation

Voted the Midwest's "Number One Nature Escape for Families" by the readers of Disney's Family Fun Magazine, the Sleeping Bear Dunes are an ideal family vacation destination. Clear blue waters…

Shopping

A truly unique aspect about this area is the shopping. Off of every little side street and winding road you will find shops that are truly one of a kind. From clothing and accessories to home furnishings and delis…

Arts & Culture

Northern Michigan is known for world-class natural resources and small-town charm. With  resources like the nearby Interlochen Center for the Arts, Traverse City Film Festival, and National Writer’s…

Museums

Whether you want to explore the history of our region’s first peoples; learn about the process of European settlement; or appreciate fine art, there’s a museum here that will leave you feeling stimulated…

Things To Do With Kids

There are plenty of things that should appeal to most little ones around here– beaches, in-land lakes, and ice cream. We also know some kids, though, who‘d be more interested in Glen Arbor‘s great…