Hiawatha National Forest – Au Train River Canoe Trail

Hiawatha National Forest – Au Train River Canoe Trail

Head out on this 10.5-mile point-to-point trail near Au Train, Michigan. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, you’ll find 10 miles of slow-moving river to explore, free of rapids and portages, making it a safe and fun experience. Watch for blue herons,...
Frankfort Public Beach And Playground

Frankfort Public Beach And Playground

Take the famously scenic M-22 down a hill to get into the city of Frankfort, and an idyllic village lays before you with sparkling Lake Michigan water and wide sandy beaches as a backdrop. (Courtesy of the website.)
Van’s Beach

Van’s Beach

Van’s Beach and Hall Beach (adjacent to one antrtes The beach is Leland’s first public beach on Lake Michigan since the harbor was constructed in 1970. It lies at the base of the south breakwall of the harbor and was originally owned by the Hall family. The...
Orchard Beach State Park

Orchard Beach State Park

A smaller park on a bluff facing Lake Michigan, Orchard Beach State Park offers166 modern campsites and a 2.5-mile trail for hiking and cross-country skiing within its 201-acre realm. A staircase leads down to the beach, and a pavilion for rent that can fit 200...
Nub’s Nob

Nub’s Nob

Nub’s Nob offers 53 ski slopes and trails on 3 separate peaks, friendly staff, fresh homemade food, an award-winning lodge, and the most highly decorated snow-making and snow grooming Crew in the Midwest.
Mt. Holiday

Mt. Holiday

Mt. Holiday is your local year-round recreation destination in Northern Michigan! Please visit our website for updates on hours!
Missaukee Mountain Ski Area

Missaukee Mountain Ski Area

Missaukee Mountain is located just north of Lake City and is a community based ski area open on the weekends and all of Christmas break.  They offer a bunny hill, beginner runs, intermediate slopes and a challenging expert run all accessed by 3 tow ropes. Missaukee...
J. W. Wells State Park

J. W. Wells State Park

Wells State Park includes 678 acres, a three-mile sandy beach shoreline for swimming, a large picnic area, a modern campground, and rustic cabins. The park is open year-round for winter recreation such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. 30 miles...

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