Things to Do in Northwest Michigan in 2025

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Recommended things to do in Northwest Michigan

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What to do in Northwest Michigan

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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Spectacular sand dunes loom over the deep blue waters of Lake Michigan at this national park, where the rivers run clear and the forest rings with birdcalls.

So many options! Choose your own toppings. Can you tell maple bacon is my favorite? I believe this is a franchise from Pittsburgh. There are two locations in Michigan - Portage and Traverse City.

Front Street

During your visit to Traverse City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Traverse City Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Traverse City Beach during your trip to Traverse City? Discover the area's lively festivals, or seek out its local tours.

Touristy but cute grouping of old fishing shacks and docks near Leelanau.

Historic Fishtown

You can learn about the history of Leland with a trip to Historic Fishtown. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Glen Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Glen Lake during your travels in Glen Arbor. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

In use from 1870 until 1933 this is yet another light house along the shores of Lake Michigan.

Mission Point Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Traverse City with a trip to Mission Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Crystal Mountain

Hit the slopes in Thompsonville with a visit to Crystal Mountain. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Turtle Creek Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Turtle Creek Casino during your travels in Williamsburg? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Traverse City State Park

You can take time to visit Traverse City State Park during your travels to Traverse City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Northwest Michigan

Downtown Traverse City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Traverse City, Clinch Park Beach and Clinch Park are top sights worth seeing.

Traverse Heights

Traverse Heights might not have many top sights, but Front Street and Traverse Area District Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Slabtown

If you're spending some time in Slabtown, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Oak Park

While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Front Street and Clinch Park Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Central

When in Central, you can plan a visit to Clinch Park and Village at Grand Traverse Commons, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Michigan state hospital. This tunnel was used for the steam pipes that heated all the buildings. They were similar tunnels that people use to go between the buildings in the winter. Read more https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traverse_City_State_Hospital

Grand Traverse Commons

While visiting Grand Traverse Commons, you might make a stop by sights like Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Left Foot Charley.

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