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Charlevoix

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Charlevoix, Michigan sits between Round Lake and Lake Michigan. The fabulously charming downtown is brimming with galleries, boutiques and great restaurants. East Park is a hub of outdoor concerts, festivals and farmers markets. With water on two sides, stunning beaches and first-class marina, this city is for water worshipers. Charlevoix is also known for its annual Venetian Festival.

Find the best vacation spots, travel ideas, hotels, restaurants, bars, wineries, events and more on MyNorth. We’re here to help you have the best Charlevoix vacation!

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Explore Northern Michigan’s Coast: Small Town Discoveries Along US-31

by Cara McDonald | June 30, 2025

The stretch of road from Elk Rapids to Charlevoix holds delicious discoveries for lovers of good food, charming shops, farmstand pies and glorious galleries. Start your morning …

Read moreExplore Northern Michigan’s Coast: Small Town Discoveries Along US-31

The Best Breakfast, Coffee Shops & Bakeries Up North

by Ashlyn Korienek | June 17, 2025

Start your day off right! Explore the 2025 Red Hot Best winners for breakfast, bakery and coffee shop as voted by you.  This is a web original article from the team at …

Read moreThe Best Breakfast, Coffee Shops & Bakeries Up North
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Northern Michigan U-Picks: Best Places for Local Fruit

by Lissa Edwards | June 9, 2025

From summer to fall and strawberries to pumpkins, there’s no shortage of delicious, local produce in Northern Michigan. Charming U-Picks are scattered throughout our region, …

Read moreNorthern Michigan U-Picks: Best Places for Local Fruit
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The Insider’s List: Hidden Adventures in the Charlevoix Region

by Cara McDonald | June 6, 2025

This iconic vacation destination still has delightful secrets to be discovered. 1. Sip a pint in a castle: The new Castle Pub at Castle Farms is open Fridays and Saturdays for wine …

Read moreThe Insider’s List: Hidden Adventures in the Charlevoix Region

Sip Through Northern Michigan’s Craft Cocktail Scene—And Stay the Weekend

by C. D. | May 20, 2025

PAID CONTENT From speakeasy-style lounges to lakefront bars, mixology Up North is pushing boundaries with inventive ingredients, clever food pairings and all the right vibes. With …

Read moreSip Through Northern Michigan’s Craft Cocktail Scene—And Stay the Weekend

10 Northern Michigan Beaches You Should Visit This Summer

by Allison Acosta | May 19, 2025

Turquoise waters. Dunes and docks. Lake views for miles. These are the sandy stretches Northern Michigan is famous for. Call us beach biased. We think Northern Michigan is home to …

Read more10 Northern Michigan Beaches You Should Visit This Summer

New Tasting Room Folklor Blends Soil Health & Sustainable Wine

by Carly Simpson | January 13, 2025

At Folklor, a new tasting room in Charlevoix, Derrick Vogel and Izabela Babinska believe that good wine starts with good soil. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern …

Read moreNew Tasting Room Folklor Blends Soil Health & Sustainable Wine

How We Winter: 6 Exhilarating Outdoor Adventures in Charlevoix

by Allison Acosta | November 19, 2024

Go dogsledding, take a guided rafting trip, snowshoe by moonlight—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the Charlevoix area. This article was …

Read moreHow We Winter: 6 Exhilarating Outdoor Adventures in Charlevoix

Photos of the Month: Sailing, Sunflowers & Sunsets

by Ashlyn Korienek | August 6, 2024

From gorgeous fields of gold to spectacular sunsets, these 8 Instagram photos remind us to soak up every moment of summer in Northern Michigan. Want to be featured? Tag us in your …

Read morePhotos of the Month: Sailing, Sunflowers & Sunsets

Summer Day Trips: 7 Sweet Small Towns Along the Chain of Lakes

by Allison Acosta | July 16, 2024

This region of lakes, rivers, forests and old-fashioned downtowns is made for summer fun. Go explore Charlevoix and the charming small towns along the Chain of Lakes.  …

Read moreSummer Day Trips: 7 Sweet Small Towns Along the Chain of Lakes
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10 Outdoor Dining Favorites in Charlevoix & the Chain of Lakes

by Allison Acosta | June 25, 2024

Dining outdoors on a sunny day with a picturesque view is a vacation in itself. Here’s your go-to list of Charlevoix area restaurants with fantastic patios, porches and waterside …

Read more10 Outdoor Dining Favorites in Charlevoix & the Chain of Lakes
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The Insider’s List: 10 Things to Do in the Charlevoix Area

by Lissa Edwards | June 10, 2024

Make the most of your Northern Michigan vacation in the charming Charlevoix region. From glamping on Beaver Island to antiquing in Elk Rapids, here are 10 of our favorite things to …

Read moreThe Insider’s List: 10 Things to Do in the Charlevoix Area
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26 Can’t-Miss Valentine’s Day & Winter Events

by Ashlyn Korienek | February 1, 2024

It’s finally February! From romantic wine dinners to winter festivals and aprés-ski celebrations, Northern Michigan is bustling with cozy events for you to explore all month long. …

Read more26 Can’t-Miss Valentine’s Day & Winter Events

Where the Wild Things Are: Meet Artist Dani Knoph-Davis

by Lissa Edwards | January 24, 2024

Artist Dani Knoph-Davis uses her talent to create breathtaking art that helps to preserve endangered species. This is a web original article from the team at MyNorth Media and …

Read moreWhere the Wild Things Are: Meet Artist Dani Knoph-Davis

8 Lantern-Lit Hikes for a Dreamy Northern Michigan Winter

by Rachel Souillere | January 9, 2024

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 romantic winter scenery, warming …

Read more8 Lantern-Lit Hikes for a Dreamy Northern Michigan Winter
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Ultimate Winter Insider’s List: Charlevoix & The Chain of Lakes

by Rachel Souillere | January 5, 2024

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 ways to enjoy this region during …

Read moreUltimate Winter Insider’s List: Charlevoix & The Chain of Lakes
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Get Thanksgiving To-Go at these 13 Northern Michigan Restaurants

by Rachel Souillere | November 10, 2023

If waking up before sunrise to start cooking a turkey or spending all day preparing sides doesn’t sound ideal, here are some local restaurants featuring Thanksgiving to-go. …

Read moreGet Thanksgiving To-Go at these 13 Northern Michigan Restaurants
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31 Festive Northern Michigan Events Happening in November

by Ashlyn Korienek | October 27, 2023

November welcomes holiday festivities and end-of-fall events! From wine tastings to holiday markets, light parades and more, here are 31 local events to explore this month across …

Read more31 Festive Northern Michigan Events Happening in November

Northern Michigan’s Best Happy Hours, Wineries & Local Sips

by Rachel Souillere | June 29, 2023

Searching for the best places to grab a craft drink across Northern Michigan? From Frankfort to the Upper Peninsula and beyond, here are your 2023 Red Hot Best winners for best …

Read moreNorthern Michigan’s Best Happy Hours, Wineries & Local Sips
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Ashlyn’s Picks: 8 Summer Events for This Weekend, June 23-25

by Ashlyn Korienek | June 22, 2023

From kite flying on the beach to a Rainbow Run on the trails, we’re looking forward to another fun summer weekend in Northern Michigan, June 23-25. This is a web original …

Read moreAshlyn’s Picks: 8 Summer Events for This Weekend, June 23-25

RHB 2023: The Best of the Charlevoix & Chain of Lakes Region

by Rachel Souillere | June 14, 2023

The votes have been counted and the results are in for the BEST in the Charlevoix & Chain of Lakes region. From Bellaire to Boyne City, here are your 2023 Red Hot Best winners. …

Read moreRHB 2023: The Best of the Charlevoix & Chain of Lakes Region

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