Get the inside scoop! From visiting a lavender farm in Boyne City to grabbing a pasty in St. Ignace, here are 6 ways to make the most of your vacation in the charming Petoskey region.
This article was first featured in the 2023 MyNorth Vacation Guide. Learn more about this year's guide, order a digital or print copy, or find a complimentary guide on newsstands across Northern Michigan.
Visit a Lavender Farm | Stop and smell the lavender at Lavender Hill Farm in Boyne City.
Bike the Little Traverse Wheelway | Pick up the Little Traverse Wheelway on Bayfront Drive (near Beards Brewery) and bike to Harbor Springs and back.
Grab a World-Famous Pasty | Eat a pasty in St. Ignace on the waterfront boardwalk, then do the walking tour.
Visit a Local Lighthouse | Visit the historic McGulpin Point Lighthouse in Mackinaw City, built in 1869 and open daily.
Paddle the Inland Waterway | Paddle or cruise the Inland Waterway—40 miles from Pickerel Lake to Lake Huron, if you’re up for the entire route.
Head to Mackinac Island | Hop on a ferry from Mackinaw City or St. Ignace for a trip to Mackinac Island or a sunset cruise in the Straits.
Photo by Gail Snable
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