Things to do in Northwest Michigan

Activities, attractions and tours

In use from 1858 until 1972 this lighthouse was added on to over the years to make room for the two families who lived and worked here.
In use from 1858 until 1972 this lighthouse was added on to over the years to make room for the two families who lived and worked here.
Fishermans Marina
A view of Lake Michigan along the Pierce-Stocking Scenic Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The water is such a beautiful blue, with greens and teals nearer the shore. You can hike the dunes to the beach below, but be forewarned, the dunes are 2,000 feet high. It takes hours to climb back up, and often people have to be rescued because they can’t make the climb. #blue #green #AquaTrove #BVSBlue #AboveItAll
One of the most photographed lighthouses in Michigan.
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What to do in Northwest Michigan

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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore featuring general coastal views

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Spectacular sand dunes loom over the deep blue waters of Lake Michigan at this national park, where the rivers run clear and the forest rings with birdcalls.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
So many options! Choose your own toppings. Can you tell maple bacon is my favorite? I believe this is a franchise from Pittsburgh. There are two locations in Michigan - Portage and Traverse City.

Front Street

During your visit to Traverse City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Front Street
The beach at Old Mission Point Lighthouse near Traverse City, Michigan on an autumn day.

Traverse City Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Traverse City Beach during your trip to Traverse City? Discover the area's lively festivals, or seek out its local tours.

Traverse City Beach
E77BB2 A view of Glen Lake from the sand dunes in Sleeping Bear National Park, along Lake Michigan in Glen Haven, Michigan, USA.

Glen Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Glen Lake during your travels in Glen Arbor. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Glen Lake

Crystal Mountain

Hit the slopes in Thompsonville with a visit to Crystal Mountain. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Crystal Mountain

Turtle Creek Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Turtle Creek Casino during your travels in Williamsburg? Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its lively festivals.

Turtle Creek Casino

Historic Fishtown

You can learn about the history of Leland with a trip to Historic Fishtown. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Historic Fishtown

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Great Wolf Lodge Water Park during your visit to Traverse City. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Acme at Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and lakeside in the area.

Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course

Areas of Northwest Michigan

July 25th these crazy cats baked a cherry pie that weighed in at 28,350 pounds; and measured 17 feet, 6 inches in diameter. The Guinness Book of World's Records certified the pie as the largest ever.

Downtown Traverse City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Traverse City, Clinch Park Beach and City Opera House are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Traverse City
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Traverse Heights

Traverse Heights might not have many top sights, but Traverse Area District Library and Front Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Traverse Heights
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Oak Park

While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Front Street and Traverse Area District Library are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oak Park
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Central

When in Central, you can plan a visit to City Opera House and Clinch Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Central
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Slabtown

If you're spending some time in Slabtown, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Slabtown
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Boardman

When in Boardman, you can plan a visit to Clinch Park Beach and Traverse Area District Library, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Boardman
Holland State Park which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple

Maple City

The fall color in Michigan can be quite difficult to predict. However when you get the timing right it can beautiful.

Lake Leelanau