Explore Up North

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Explore Up North

Sightseeing

Take a walk around this historical lighthouse, located 20 minutes north of downtown Traverse City. Make sure to bring a coat, the point can get a little windy.
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Old Mission Lighthouse
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Take a walk around this historical lighthouse, located 20 minutes north of downtown Traverse City. Make sure to bring a coat, the point can get a little windy.
This National Lakeshore is a must see!
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Sleeping Bear Dunes
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This National Lakeshore is a must see!
Beautiful sights from every angle! Make sure, to visit the National Park website so you are prepared for your visit. https://www.nps.gov/piro/index.htm
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Pictured Rocks
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Beautiful sights from every angle! Make sure, to visit the National Park website so you are prepared for your visit. https://www.nps.gov/piro/index.htm
As the county seat of Leelanau County, Leland Michigan, is known as a historic fishing village showcasing a charming downtown filled with local art galleries, many specialty shops including the Fishtown shanties, and the backdrop of the delightful crystal blue waterfall.
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Leland
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As the county seat of Leelanau County, Leland Michigan, is known as a historic fishing village showcasing a charming downtown filled with local art galleries, many specialty shops including the Fishtown shanties, and the backdrop of the delightful crystal blue waterfall.

Activities

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Shanty Creek Resort - Summit Village
5780 Shanty Creek Rd
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Boyne Mountain Resort
1 Boyne Mountain Rd
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Such a great day trip park! Lots of trails to walk and so much history to learn. I recommend looking up the hours before visiting.
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Hartwick Pines State Park
3612 State Park Dr
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Such a great day trip park! Lots of trails to walk and so much history to learn. I recommend looking up the hours before visiting.
You can find shops, restaurants, a brewery, & winery here. I highly recommend signing up for a tour of the grounds.
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The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
1200 W Eleventh St
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You can find shops, restaurants, a brewery, & winery here. I highly recommend signing up for a tour of the grounds.
Fort Mackinac
7127 Huron Rd
“Michigan has six state-designated dark sky parks, but the Headlands is the only currently given international dark sky status.”
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Headlands International Dark Sky Park
15675 Headlands Rd
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“Michigan has six state-designated dark sky parks, but the Headlands is the only currently given international dark sky status.”
They offer a great course along with wonderful food & drinks. Highly recommend.
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Twin Birch Golf Course
1030 Co Rd 612
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They offer a great course along with wonderful food & drinks. Highly recommend.
Grandview Golf Club
3003 Hagni Rd NE

Food scene

Great place to unwind and have dinner! Dingman’s is located less than two miles from the Chalet.
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Dingman's Bar
19 W Bear Lake Rd SE
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Great place to unwind and have dinner! Dingman’s is located less than two miles from the Chalet.
Talented Chef creates new menus almost daily! If you are into prix fixe, check out their 3-5 course menus. Located in Traverse City *Reservations are required.
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The Cook's House
115 Wellington St
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Talented Chef creates new menus almost daily! If you are into prix fixe, check out their 3-5 course menus. Located in Traverse City *Reservations are required.
Located in Gaylord, MI
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Porter Haus
3885 Old Hwy 27 S
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Located in Gaylord, MI
Located in Gaylord, MI
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Bennethum's Northern Inn
3917 Old 27 N
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Located in Gaylord, MI
Located in Traverse City
Crocodile Palace
Located in Traverse City
Located in Traverse City
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Raduno
545 E Eighth St
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Located in Traverse City
Located in Traverse City
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S2S Sugar to Salt
1371 Gray Dr
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Located in Traverse City
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Farm Club
10051 Lake Leelanau Drive
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Common Good Restaurant
My favorite place to stop for a bagel sandwich! Located in Traverse City
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Bubbie's Bagels
1215 E Front St
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My favorite place to stop for a bagel sandwich! Located in Traverse City
112 W Nagonaba St Northport, Michigan
The North End Pizzeria
112 W Nagonaba St Northport, Michigan
Located in Grayling
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Michigan Brew
106 Michigan Avenue
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Located in Grayling
Frederic, MI
Frederic Inn
Frederic, MI
My absolute favorite bakery! If can not make it all the way out to Sutton's Bay, you can find them every Wednesday & Saturday at the Sarah Hardy Famers Market.
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9 Bean Rows Bakery
9000 E Duck Lake Rd
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My absolute favorite bakery! If can not make it all the way out to Sutton's Bay, you can find them every Wednesday & Saturday at the Sarah Hardy Famers Market.
The Dojo
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Boyne City Bakery
110 S Lake St
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Farm Club
10051 Lake Leelanau Drive
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Wineries

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Peninsula Cellars
11480 Center Rd
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Left Foot Charley Winery
806 Red Dr
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Mari Vineyards
8175 Center Rd
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Black Star Farms Old Mission Winery
360 McKinley Rd E
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Breweries

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Short's Brewing Company Bellaire Pub
121 N Bridge St
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Lovely place to taste ciders & enjoy the beauty of the Sutton Bay country side.
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Tandem Cider
2055 N Setterbo Rd
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Lovely place to taste ciders & enjoy the beauty of the Sutton Bay country side.
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Bee Well Mead & Cidery
116 N Bridge St
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Distilleries

Grand Traverse Distillery Tasting Room
215 E Front St
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Make sure to bring bug spray

Misquotes are out with a vengeance through the spring-fall!