Bellaire Articles

30 Northern Michigan Events to Check Out This March

March brings exciting early spring and end-of-winter events. From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to laid-back concerts at local venues, here are 30...

14 Amazing Northern Michigan Summer Camps for Kids

Help your kids abandon their screens and fall in love with Northern Michigan summers just like you did. These classic sleep-away summer camps will...

8 Lantern-Lit Hikes for a Dreamy Northern Michigan Winter

Start your new year off right with a refreshing trek through snowy woods. These lantern-lit hikes will guide you through some of the North’s most...

Ultimate Winter Insider’s List: Charlevoix & The Chain of Lakes

From dog sledding and distilleries to tempting sweet treats, winter in Charlevoix and the Chain of Lakes is pure joy. Here are 6 of our favorite...

18 Holiday Events Across Northern Michigan This December

It's the most wonderful time of the year! From lantern-lit hikes to brunch with Santa, these 18 festive Northern Michigan events celebrate winter's...

Meet the Nursing Home Dog That’s Fetched the Nation’s Heart

After escaping Antrim County Animal Control twice to sneak into a Bellaire nursing home, the staff decided to take a chance on Scout. Now, he's a...

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Explore the Bellaire Region

Torch Lake is a Water Lover's Paradise

Red Hot Best Things in the Bellaire Region

Bellaire Region Outdoors

Check Out Glacial Hills for Mountain Biking

Epic One-Day Hike in Jordan Valley Pathway

Outdoors in Antrim County

Explore Grass River Natural Area

Start at Shanty Creek and Just Keep Golfing

Fish the Jordan River, a Blue-Ribbon Trout Stream

Restaurants, Trails, Craft Drinks & More

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Bellaire Region Restaurants

Pelican's Nest Wings Rank Among the Best

Hit Short's for Mac 'n Cheese That Changes Daily

Bellaire Region Craft Drink

Sip Through the Torch Lake Tasting Tour

Mammoth Distillery's Tasting Room & Local Partners

Live, Work & Play in Antrim County Videos

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Summer Camps for Kids

These Northern Michigan summer camps embrace a love of the outdoors and the arts.

Endless Summer Family Fun

There are endless opportunities for outdoor fun, so we’ve created this list of 10 healthy and affordable Northern Michigan summer activities to keep your family moving. 

Best Beaches For Kids

We asked our readers to share their favorite spots to take young children to cool off (bonus points for places with playgrounds, restrooms, and picnic tables). These are their picks for best Northern Michigan beaches for kids.

Fun Things To Do With Kids in Traverse City (even on rainy days!)

From exploring the Children's Museum to family-friendly wineries, Traverse City offers endless options for kids and families!

Best Biking For Kids

Sometimes difficult terrain or cars zipping by can make riding too difficult for kids. Read on for our picks of the best Northern Michigan bike trails for kids.

Make It a Day on Mackinac Island

Forts, fudge, biking the island and horse-drawn carriage rides. It's kid heaven...and parents love it, too!