Northwest Michigan Travel Guide

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In use from 1858 until 1972 this lighthouse was added on to over the years to make room for the two families who lived and worked here.
In use from 1858 until 1972 this lighthouse was added on to over the years to make room for the two families who lived and worked here.
Fishermans Marina
A view of Lake Michigan along the Pierce-Stocking Scenic Drive in  Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The water is such a beautiful blue, with greens and teals nearer the shore. You can hike the dunes to the beach below, but be forewarned, the dunes are 2,000 feet high. It takes hours to climb back up, and often people have to be rescued because they can’t make the climb. #blue #green #AquaTrove #BVSBlue #AboveItAll
One of the most photographed lighthouses in Michigan.

Where to stay in Northwest Michigan

July 25th these crazy cats baked a cherry pie that weighed in at 28,350 pounds; and measured 17 feet, 6 inches in diameter. The Guinness Book of World's Records certified the pie as the largest ever.

Downtown Traverse City

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

Downtown Traverse City
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Traverse Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Traverse Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Traverse Area District Library and Front Street.

Traverse Heights
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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.

Oak Park
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Slabtown

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

Slabtown
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Central

Central might not have many top sights, but City Opera House and Clinch Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Central
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Boardman

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

Boardman
Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

3.5 out of 5
100 Grand Traverse Village Boulevard Williamsburg MI
The price is ₹11,381 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹11,381
₹14,539 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
A beautiful resort the main level is like a mini mall. The room spectacular the bed was comfy the room was just like pictures and the view was ok. We had a view of the parking lot lol.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3536 Mt. Hope Rd Williamsburg MI
The price is ₹7,824 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹7,824
₹8,684 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course and Mt. Holiday ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (614 reviews)
For the price this was a great stay! It was clean , staff was friendly , there was breakfast. Really great

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG
Whaleback Inn

Whaleback Inn

2.5 out of 5
1757 N Manitou Trail Leland MI
Stay at this hotel in Leland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Van's Beach and Historic Fishtown are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (166 reviews)
Nice room, great location, welcoming staff.

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Whaleback Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Dexter by Kasa

The Dexter by Kasa

2 out of 5
112 Dexter Elk Rapids MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Elk Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Torch Lake and Elk Rapids District Library ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
parking was easy. communications with staff were good but it would take a while to connect to someone via phone and we didn't receive an automated email with access info that we should have received. very comfortable beds and clean unit. not enough hot water.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

The Dexter by Kasa
Betsie Riverside Resort

Betsie Riverside Resort

3 out of 5
2251 Benzie Hwy Benzonia MI
Stay at this cabin in Benzonia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Benzie Area Historical Museum and Betsie Valley Trail are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Great place with welcoming owners. The place is very well kept up! Pool is great.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Betsie Riverside Resort
The Shores Resort

The Shores Resort

2 out of 5
5677 Creeks Crossing N Williamsburg MI
Stay at this condo in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course and Music ...
7/10 Good! (12 reviews)
The condo checked all our boxes: small beachfront walk, grocery store & nice restaurant nearby, parking convenient & bed was fabulous. My spouse wanted to say that grab bars in the shower should be installed & non-slip tub mat available. I also like instructions on how to make TV easier to operate. ...

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

The Shores Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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