Tyler Leipprandt, the Traverse City–based content creator and certified drone pilot behind Michigan Sky Media photography, is known for hanging out...

Kick off the first weekend of April with these 10 Northern Michigan events taking place from March 31 to April 2. Hosting an event? Let us know!...

We’re celebrating spring in Northern Michigan with Easter brunches, comedy shows, Earth Day activities and stargazing in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula....

From duck umbrellas to colorful rain boots, our editors at Traverse Northern Michigan magazine share some of their favorite outdoor gear for spring...

Looking to level up your biking game? With summer quickly approaching here are our favorite spots to rent e-bikes in Northern Michigan + related...

Surround yourself with gorgeous Northern Michigan scenery while taking a peaceful hike just a short drive from Traverse City. From wildflower spring...

Let the games begin! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend and the end of winter in Northern Michigan with Otsego Resort’s Beaver Dam Olympics and...

When March rolls around in Northern Michigan, we welcome end-of-season skiing, St. Patrick's Day celebrations, outdoor events and more across the...

From a comedy show to a winter wine country experience, celebrate the last weekend of February 2023 with these seven Northern Michigan events....

Ballet meets Broadway at Northwest Michigan Ballet Theatre's upcoming show “Scenes From a Park,” held at Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City on...

In a world where we are all craving more cozy, flannel sheets are morphing from old-cabin staples to luxury items that turn your bed into a haven....

When the sky darkens and wind rattles the bare branches, the best type of walking waits for us. Plus, six easy, peaceful hiking trails for Northern...

From Suttons Bay to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula there’s plenty of fun to be had this weekend in Northern Michigan. Check out these 7 winter festivals...

You’ve heard of the crazy cat lady? Meet her remarkably logical foil, Sarah Dobbrastine—Munson nurse by night; indefatigable mom of 25 huskies by...

Snowy season isn’t just for skiing and snowboarding in Northern Michigan. Here are four ways to enjoy cold-weather temps and fresh powder off the...

Be prepared to be enchanted as Traverse City Figure Skating Club brings to you four Disney tales this March 10-11. Get more details behind the show,...

Searching for something to do this weekend? From ice festivals to floral workshops, check out these Northern Michigan events taking place this...

Play detective and get up close and personal with nature like never before this winter. From a guided hike to three of our favorite family-friendly...

Snow days aren't just for the kids! Our team spent the day at Delamar in Traverse City testing out the new Snow Days Day Pass. Here's the verdict,...

Experience small-town charm and outdoor winter adventure this weekend with these 9 Northern Michigan events taking place February 2-5. Hosting an...

Northern Michigan is bustling with exciting and unique winter events! From Traverse City Comedy Fest to the North American Vasa, Valentine's dinners...

Wrap up the last weekend of January 2023 in Northern Michigan with an enchanted hike to a yurt, ice skating, winter festivals and more, taking place...

When freezing temps descend slow and steady on the Straits of Mackinac in winter and conditions are just right, a forest of icy blue shards sets a...

Satisfy your inner foodie with these eight winter festivals, dinners and wine-tasting excursions taking place across Northern Michigan from now...

On the hunt for weekend plans? From outdoor adventures to exciting indoor concerts, you're not going to want to miss these Northern Michigan events...

Taking a cold plunge into Lake Michigan during winter may be intimidating, but for some people, the benefits are beyond worth it. Meet Laura Mason,...

Why stay home this weekend when you can explore the snow-covered beauty of winter in Northern Michigan? Check out these 10 local events taking place...

Add another layer of flavor and complexity to your beverage with a spoonful of homemade jam in this month's Last Call Cocktail. This Nordic Mule...

Enjoy the natural splendor of winter in Northern Michigan with Otsego Resort's upcoming brew and wine walk series, kicking off this January...

Explore all that winter in Northern Michigan has to offer. From cross-country skiing to snowshoeing, here are our favorite winter rental spots...

This January, we're embracing the beauty of winter in Northern Michigan with lantern-lit hikes, snowshoeing, skiing and horse-drawn sleigh rides....

We’re counting down the final days of 2022! Whether you’re searching for an upscale dinner or a family-friendly holiday party, you’ll want to check...

They light up the night and lift our hearts. Make your winter vacation fabulously festive with stops at these annual Northern Michigan Christmas...

Looking for the perfect small bite to impress a crowd? These five sweet, salty and savory bite-size delights crafted by Saltless Sea Creamery duo...

A touch of amaro and Lambrusco turn a summery spritz into a cool-weather classic in this month's Last Call Cocktail by Stacey Brugeman. Get the full...

Head to Iron Fish Distillery's Base Camp in Thompsonville for can't-miss food and drink, heated tent rentals and a nearby snowy adventure. Learn...

Head to a stunning Leelanau Conservancy-owned reserve and then make your way to Glen Arbor to pick up elevated comfort foods (think beef bourguignon...

'Tis the season to celebrate! From a Santa meet and greet to a local Christmas concert or festive shopping experience, here are 10 upcoming holiday...

From a snowshoe adventure in Northport to must-try fondue at a fabulous Traverse City restaurant, here's what our MyNorth Media and Traverse,...

On one magical evening in Manistee, the spirit of Christmas comes alive. Here's everything you need to know about Old Christmas Weekend, the...

Get into the Up North holiday spirit! Whether you're looking for gifts, sips, or adventures, this ultimate 2022 guide is the perfect tool to plan...

It's Time to get into the Up North holiday spirit! Whether you're looking for holiday events, gift guides, or post-shopping drink spots, here are...

Get into the Up North holiday spirit! From festive Northern Michigan events to gift and sip stops, here are our favorite ways to celebrate the...

Get into the Up North holiday spirit! From festive Northern Michigan events to gift and sip stops, here are our favorite ways to celebrate the...

From can't-miss Thanksgiving dinners (both in-person and to-go!) to tree lightings and parades to kick off the holiday season, here are the Northern...

Get into the Up North holiday spirit! From festive Northern Michigan events to gift and sip stops, here are our favorite ways to celebrate the...

From Instagram-worthy sweet treats in the Upper Peninsula to watching winter surfing in Frankfort, here are the adventures, restaurants and...

Welcome the holiday season with Erickson Center for the Arts on November 26 at the annual Deck the Walls Holiday Gala, featuring a silent auction,...

Storied stays of Northern Michigan: From an elegant hotel in Marquette in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to a charming Ludington B&B, these four...

| PAID CONTENT With its snowy trails and frosted landscapes, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a...

For the love of Northern Michigan skiing! At 90 years old, Tom Awrey is still imparting his ski wisdom— and hitting the slopes —at The Homestead in...

A “family of fatties” makes their way to Thompsonville for a day of fun, wintry biking. Explore the three Crystal Mountain fat tire biking trails...

With spring on the horizon and St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, you're not going to want to miss these March events in Northern Michigan. From...

| PAID CONTENT Winter adventures are waiting for you at Otsego Resort in Gaylord. Located at the highest point of the...

Swing by Traverse City's longest-running coffee shop and then take your morning treats to a nearby beach to watch a Northern Michigan winter sunrise...

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in Empire is on everyone’s Sleeping Bear Dunes must-dune list in the summer. But have you explored it in the heart of a...

Play in powder! Grab your skis and head to Benzie County for backcountry skiing and a new perspective. Explore the path less traveled on this...

In 2017 Emily Bennett, also known as Mitten Beer Girl, visited every brewery in Michigan. Here, she shares a mini Northern Michigan beer tour, ideal...

PAID CONTENT A husband and wife head north across the Mackinac Bridge for a winter vacation on the Keweenaw Peninsula. Here are their tips,...

Each February, mushers head to the Upper Peninsula to take on the UP200, a nearly 240-mile dog sled race that takes teams from Marquette to Grand...

PAID CONTENT Searching for the perfect winter getaway? Head to Hotel Walloon in Charlevoix County for incredible hospitality, unparalleled...

In Germany it’s called glüwein. In Sweden it’s referred to as glögg. In southern Brazil it’s known as quentão. Whatever you choose to call it,...

The Noquemanon Trail Network covers a lot of ground with its eight trail systems stretching from Munising to Big Bay and paths that speak to every...

If it's been ages since you've taken a girls' trip, what better month than February to show your besties just how much you adore them. These wintry...

PAID CONTENT Swap your skis in for wheels this winter when you head to Michigan's Upper Peninsula and explore the fat tire biking trails in St....

Tyler Leipprandt, the Traverse City–based content creator and certified drone pilot behind Michigan Sky Media photography, is known for hanging out...

Kick off the first weekend of April with these 10 Northern Michigan events taking place from March 31 to April 2. Hosting an event? Let us know!...

We’re celebrating spring in Northern Michigan with Easter brunches, comedy shows, Earth Day activities and stargazing in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula....

From duck umbrellas to colorful rain boots, our editors at Traverse Northern Michigan magazine share some of their favorite outdoor gear for spring...

Looking to level up your biking game? With summer quickly approaching here are our favorite spots to rent e-bikes in Northern Michigan + related...

It might be chilly outside, but we're celebrating signs of spring in Northern Michigan. From bird watching to a retro-themed party on the slopes,...

Ready for a relaxing and fun-filled weekend? From St. Patrick's Day celebrations to concerts and exclusive dining experiences, check out these 8...

With spring on the horizon, now is the perfect time to get out of the house and enjoy craft beverages, good company and live entertainment. Check...

Surround yourself with gorgeous Northern Michigan scenery while taking a peaceful hike just a short drive from Traverse City. From wildflower spring...

Let the games begin! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend and the end of winter in Northern Michigan with Otsego Resort’s Beaver Dam Olympics and...

Tucked among the trees at Pigeon River Country State Forest near Gaylord, you’ll find a handful of tiny turquoise gems. These sinkhole lakes make...

Spring in Northern Michigan brings fresh asparagus. Don't miss a celebration of the beloved local spear on June 4 at this Empire festival. This...

Tyler Leipprandt, the Traverse City–based content creator and certified drone pilot behind Michigan Sky Media photography, is known for hanging out...

Looking to level up your biking game? With summer quickly approaching here are our favorite spots to rent e-bikes in Northern Michigan + related...

Surround yourself with gorgeous Northern Michigan scenery while taking a peaceful hike just a short drive from Traverse City. From wildflower spring...

Soak up September’s still-warm lakes and sunny days while you spend a three-day weekend exploring Northern Michigan’s eastern shoreline from Oscoda...

Brightly flavored with a hint of heat, tiny shishitos are perfect for summer dipping. Dive in for the full On The Table recipe by Stacey Brugeman,...

Unlike any secretive river or flashy blue ocean depths, Waugoshance Point in Emmet County’s Wilderness State Park holds its own particular form of...

Here comes the sun! From Suttons Bay to Michigan's Upper Peninsula, here are five sunflower fields to explore in Northern Michigan + when to go,...

Tucked among the trees at Pigeon River Country State Forest near Gaylord, you’ll find a handful of tiny turquoise gems. These sinkhole lakes make...

Northern Michigan knows how to put on a show for the Fourth of July! Across seven different regions, there’s no shortage of fireworks displays, no...

Nothing says summer like sipping wine and enjoying a farm-to-table meal in Northern Michigan. You can do just that this August at Leelanau Grown,...

Bringing a dish to pass? Strawberries work just as well on that salad table as they do for dessert! Grab some fresh, in-season strawberries and dive...

For a scenic day on the water, nothing beats Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.Breathtaking multicolored cliffs....

Tyler Leipprandt, the Traverse City–based content creator and certified drone pilot behind Michigan Sky Media photography, is known for hanging out...

Looking to level up your biking game? With summer quickly approaching here are our favorite spots to rent e-bikes in Northern Michigan + related...

Surround yourself with gorgeous Northern Michigan scenery while taking a peaceful hike just a short drive from Traverse City. From wildflower spring...

From can't-miss Thanksgiving dinners (both in-person and to-go!) to tree lightings and parades to kick off the holiday season, here are the Northern...

From Instagram-worthy sweet treats in the Upper Peninsula to watching winter surfing in Frankfort, here are the adventures, restaurants and...

Head to Walloon Lake and downtown Petoskey for perfect late-autumn adventures. From fly fishing on a nearly empty river (thanks to deer hunting...

A new natural beauty, Stites Natural Area protected by Leelanau Conservancy, showcases the beauty of Suttons Bay. Here's how to get there, where to...

Storied stays of Northern Michigan: From an elegant hotel in Marquette in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to a charming Ludington B&B, these four...

From mid-Michigan to Michigan's Upper Peninsula, here's our week-by-week look at fall foliage in Northern Michigan in partnership with Tom O’Hare,...

Rooted in tradition! In an autumn reinterpretation of a pasty, the humble rutabaga—and just about every other root vegetable you can think...

Get ahead of the holiday rush! This November, spend an afternoon browsing handmade gifts from 50+ local vendors while sipping craft cocktails at...

Join along as our Executive Editor Cara McDonald talks with three NoMi creatives—Megan Gilger, Allison Harlow and Forget-Me-Not—and shares their...

Extend your summer mountain biking this fall in Northern Michigan with a trip along a forested Bellaire pathway. This article first appeared in...

If you've seen our fall color map, you know the center of our state hits peak fall color before other regions (around the same time as the Upper...

Pair your Northern Michigan fall color drive on M-119’s famously scenic Tunnel of Trees with a stop at Petoskey Brewing for this month's grab and...

PAID CONTENT Make The Homestead your basecamp for a sophisticated and relaxing fall getaway in Northern Michigan.Fall in Northern Michigan is...

Six days. Ten waterfalls. Countless photo ops. This fall in Northern Michigan, hit the backroads across Michigan's Upper Peninsula for a color tour...

These 10 off-the-beaten-path hikes in Northern Michigan will take you away from the crowds and into fall color bliss. This article first appeared in...

It's finally fall in Northern Michigan! October welcomes harvest dinners, wine tastings, color tours and many more local events all month long.This...

Soak up September’s still-warm lakes and sunny days while you spend a three-day weekend exploring Northern Michigan’s eastern shoreline from Oscoda...

What’s a Northern Michigan fall color tour without a stop for wine? All October long, go leaf peeping and taste red wines at 20+ wineries along the...

If you've ever wondered about the rich history of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, then get ready for the Erickson Center for the Arts' Heritage Cottage...

Willkommen! TC Germanfest is back this month for its 10th annual celebration featuring German brews, brats and family fun at Trinity Lutheran Church...

2021 was the year for Northern Michigan outdoor adventures! From some of Up North's most gorgeous summertime hikes to stunning winter views, MyNorth...

| PAID CONTENT This fall, head out and explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore’s...

The team at Oryana Community Co-op in Traverse City shares a vegetarian Northern Michigan Thanksgiving dinner, celebrating plump squash, farm-fresh...

Michigan's Upper Peninsula is home to some of the state's most photographed overlooks. Visiting by chairlift, ski jump elevator, foot or car, find...

Searching for a Northern Michigan Fall adventure? Head to Harbor Springs and grab this ready-made meal and find the best place to take it, which...

Hop on the TART Trail in Suttons Bay and head to Hop Lot, Big Little Wines & Shady Lane Cellars on this self-guided beer and wine tour in...

The pristine woodlands east of Petoskey and northeast of Gaylord are ripe with lesser-known fall foliage displays. Wherever the road takes you,...

A generations-old Traverse City family farm has managed to stay in farming by offering food and fun for people of all ages. From the famous corn...

October's On the Table recipe is an Indigenous-inspired one-pot supper that will warm your soul this fall in Northern Michigan. When my husband and...

PAID CONTENT Head north to explore spectacular St. Ignace trails for fall color hiking in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.As we laced our boots in the...

Otsego Resort's events are back in full swing this fall! We caught up with Marketing & Creative Director MaKenna Mead to talk about everything...

Even if you think you’ve seen and done it all in Northern Michigan, there's always new excursions popping up! From clear kayaks to wilderness...

PAID CONTENT Fall in Northern Michigan, with its brilliant colors and fresh-start feel, is the perfect follow-up to summer; and fall in Sleeping...

Ludington State Park is comprised of nearly 5,300 acres of scenic sand dunes, ponds, marshlands and forests. Situated between Hamlin Lake and Lake...

May’s vibrant colors are popping, and they’re calling to us—get outside and explore! Here are four Northern Michigan weekend trips with Airbnb...

Mission Point Resort is offering fun-filled travel packages for weekday and weekend day trips to the car-free, Lake Huron isle. Learn more about...

Explore 10 of our favorite ways to get up close and personal with this region of colorful history and bold natural beauty. From the Straits of...

Two teenage boys agree to accompany their parents *gasp* on a 26-mile road trip and scavenger hunt along one of Northern Michigan's most beautiful...

Last week we asked our Instagram followers for their favorite hikes in Northern Michigan. From Pyramid Point to Pictured Rocks, here's what they...

These Northern Michigan natural areas and preserves offer some of the best birding in the state—from unique waterfowl to a wide array of migratory...

A couple's Autumn wedding takes center stage against a beautiful backdrop of fall colors. Annie Weidner & Matt Murtha // October 10, 2020 Three...

In 2019, the 30th annual Bell’s Iceman Cometh Challenge, a 30-mile point-to-point mountain bike race from Kalkaska to Traverse City, was buried in a...

With the salmon runs done for the most part in Northern Michigan, steelhead fishing should be picking up, especially with any increase in water...

Now through Halloween, shoppers, visitors and locals are being welcomed to Harbor Springs by stylish and even funny skeletons. Forty-five local...

Poor weather conditions are keeping Northern Michigan anglers off the water. Parts of the Upper Peninsula, including Marquette, saw snow this week,...

2021 Fall Color Map Coming Soon! Check back on September 17, and then watch each week for updated, current conditions.  We're partnering with Tom...

Looking for a safe, family-friendly Halloween event? Through the end of October, Grand Traverse Area Children's Garden is hosting a Spooky Halloween...

John Richardson, chef and owner of The Bearded Dogg Lounge in Gaylord, finds inspiration each fall in the abundance of fresh pumpkin available in...

Sometimes you just need to hit the trails—for a hike, a bike ride or a mental or physical reset. No matter how the state's trails call to you, the...

Three Great Lakes lighthouses. Three sweet shoreside towns. Pick one and make it a day trip, or spend a long weekend visiting them all on a Northern...

The past week has been very windy, which has limited many anglers’ opportunities to get out. This has resulted in limited reports on fishing for...

2020 is putting us all through a lot of changes, but one thing doesn't change: Traverse City brewers are making some fantastic craft beers. Get your...

Bay View Woods, in Petoskey, offers five diverse and beautiful hiking trails open to the public. Whether you are wandering on your own through...

As temperatures in Northern Michigan are cooling down, Paddle Antrim warns paddlers to take precautions to protect themselves from heightened...