Hiking Trails
This is my favorite hiking trail. It is short or as long as you want it to be. Once parked, I usually go to the left and continue left out to the water. Once I get there I take my shoes off and leave them in the sand under a tree to mark where I need to return. Then I walk to the right all the way to the point that juts out - and there is where I find Petoskey Stones! I have found them each time I take this trail - I can't guarantee you will, but you are likely to. You can also go to the Overlook which is a bit of climbing, but gives you a birds eye view of Lake Michigan.
If you go right when at the parking lot - it will take you along Mud Lake. The trail is a bit longer and also a good route for those who love a good hike.
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Leelanau State Park — Hiking Trailhead
Densmore RoadThis is my favorite hiking trail. It is short or as long as you want it to be. Once parked, I usually go to the left and continue left out to the water. Once I get there I take my shoes off and leave them in the sand under a tree to mark where I need to return. Then I walk to the right all the way to the point that juts out - and there is where I find Petoskey Stones! I have found them each time I take this trail - I can't guarantee you will, but you are likely to. You can also go to the Overlook which is a bit of climbing, but gives you a birds eye view of Lake Michigan.
If you go right when at the parking lot - it will take you along Mud Lake. The trail is a bit longer and also a good route for those who love a good hike.
Short walk from the Rose Retreat. Great trail for snowshoeing. Easy walk downtown after your hike for a bit to eat. Highly recommend!
Northport Trails Trailhead
Short walk from the Rose Retreat. Great trail for snowshoeing. Easy walk downtown after your hike for a bit to eat. Highly recommend!
Peaceful hike through the woods. Great spot to hike and close to Dune Bird winery and coffee bar.
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Houdek Dunes Natural Area: The Leelanau Conservancy
5959 N Manitou TrailPeaceful hike through the woods. Great spot to hike and close to Dune Bird winery and coffee bar.
Peterson Park
10001 East Peterson Park RoadGreat spot to view sunsets in Northport!
Empire Bluff Trail
Short hike with amazing views. A must see.
Alligator Hill
Great spot for a nice long hike with various spots that have a view of Lake Michigan.
Food scene
Everything here is amazing! My favorite is the Curried Chickpea Wrap on a GF bun. My husband loves the breakfast burrito. We love the coffee and tea selections as well - you can't go wrong!
Keep in mind it is only open until 3PM.
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New Bohemian Café
110 S Waukazoo StEverything here is amazing! My favorite is the Curried Chickpea Wrap on a GF bun. My husband loves the breakfast burrito. We love the coffee and tea selections as well - you can't go wrong!
Keep in mind it is only open until 3PM.
FARO
Great pizza and live music.
Yard & Lake
Great atmosphere. Indoor/Outdoor. Great cocktails and food truck with delicious options.
Great food. Dogs allowed outside. Need reservations. Approximately 15 minutes from the Rose Retreat in Suttons Bay.
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Martha's Leelanau Table
413 N St Joseph StGreat food. Dogs allowed outside. Need reservations. Approximately 15 minutes from the Rose Retreat in Suttons Bay.
Located in the heart of Fishtown. Approximately 15 minutes away. Adorable town with a Marina and shops.
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The Cove
111 W River StLocated in the heart of Fishtown. Approximately 15 minutes away. Adorable town with a Marina and shops.
The Mitten Brewing Company
527 Leonard St NWBeer, cider and location of Big Hot Woody pizzas.
Farm to table. Changing menu. Indoor and outdoor seating. No dogs allowed.
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Farm Club
10051 Lake Leelanau DriveFarm to table. Changing menu. Indoor and outdoor seating. No dogs allowed.
Streetside Grille
111 N St Joseph StGreat location with outdoor seating and the food is good.
Wren
303 N St Joseph StA bit on the higher end but wonderful spot for special occasions.
Wineries
Dune Bird Winery
Small organic winery with very friendly owners and staff. A great option if you like good wine and avoiding crowds.
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Green Bird Cellars & Organic Farms
9825 E Engles RdSmall organic winery with very friendly owners and staff. A great option if you like good wine and avoiding crowds.
Aurora Cellars
7788 E Horn RdBeautiful setting and delicious wines.
Great stop on a wine tour. Recommend the wines and the view.
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Shady Lane Cellars
9580 E Shady LnGreat stop on a wine tour. Recommend the wines and the view.
Beaches
Music in the Park is located here on Friday nights in Northport. The town comes to Music In the park and everyone brings a cooler with beverages and snacks. It is a perfect Northport night.
The Northport Farmers Market is also located here during the summer.
Marina Park
Bay StreetMusic in the Park is located here on Friday nights in Northport. The town comes to Music In the park and everyone brings a cooler with beverages and snacks. It is a perfect Northport night.
The Northport Farmers Market is also located here during the summer.
This is a prime spot for sunsets in Northport. It is only 6 miles from the Rose Retreat and worth the short drive. There are many steps - just throwing that out there if you have mobility issues. Otherwise, a true gem.
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Peterson Park
10001 East Peterson Park RoadThis is a prime spot for sunsets in Northport. It is only 6 miles from the Rose Retreat and worth the short drive. There are many steps - just throwing that out there if you have mobility issues. Otherwise, a true gem.
My favorite beach. Beautiful views and generally not crowded.
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Christmas Cove Beach
East Christmas Cove RoadMy favorite beach. Beautiful views and generally not crowded.
Great spot to find Leland Blues! Ask a great location as it is close to Fishtown!
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Van's Beach
205 Cedar StGreat spot to find Leland Blues! Ask a great location as it is close to Fishtown!
Area Attractions
Bulldog Berries
7187 E Harrys RdBest place to pick blueberries!
The Bay Theatre
214 N St Joseph StSmall town movie theater located in Suttons Bay.
A great spot to learn how to Curl - along with having a beer and a bite to eat.
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Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse
172 W Burdickville RdA great spot to learn how to Curl - along with having a beer and a bite to eat.
G. Marsten Dame Marina (Northport Harbor)
105 Rose StMarina in downtown Northport.
Music in the park is a great spot on Friday nights. Beautiful views of Northport Bay at G.M. Dame Marina Park. Bring a chair/blanket and a cooler with your favorite food and enjoy from 7p-9p.
Northport Community Arts Center
301 N Warren StMusic in the park is a great spot on Friday nights. Beautiful views of Northport Bay at G.M. Dame Marina Park. Bring a chair/blanket and a cooler with your favorite food and enjoy from 7p-9p.