Northern Michigan BeachtownsTo me Northern Michigan beachtowns are the perfect fit for the term "Gods Country".
These Michigan beachtowns offer everything to satisfy your every want and yet they give you the option to visit beautiful forests and isolated beaches.
Like all Michigan beachtowns they are busiest in the summer months but are just as much fun in the winter. Some of the best cross country and downhill sking in the U.S. can be found here.
Another thing I've discovered is that the restaurants in Northern Michigan beachtowns offer the tastiest Lake Michigan perch and whitefish you'll ever experience.
If you have a sweet tooth you'll find plenty of fudge. This sweet is so popular many towns have fudge shops where you can sample and watch it being made daily.
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Take your time, enjoy the scenic drives, be in awe of giant dunes, explore the Northern Michigan beachtowns in ... "Gods Country".
Petoskey
This area was also the setting for Ernest Hemmingway's "Nick Adams" stories. 401 E. Mitchell Street Petoskey, Michigan 49770 231-347-4150
Charlevoix This enchanting little town is nestled between Lake Michigan and Lake Charlevoix. This is the home of the Beaver Island ferry. A trip to Beaver Island should be a part of your plans when you visit here. It's close to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park and the famous Boyne City and Boyne Falls ski lodges. Hosting a Venetian Festival, Apple Festival, and a Waterfront Art Fair be sure and mark your calendar to enjoy these events. Another area where Ernest Hemmingway spent boyhood summers. 109 Mason Street Charlevoix, Michigan 49720 231-547-2101
Elk Rapids This charming town has East Traverse Bay on it's west side and beautiful Elk Lake on the east side. Park and walk to quaint shops and wonderful dining. Great shopping, beaches and biking. You can come in by boat from Lake Michigan or Grand Traverse Bay. 305 US-31 North Elk Rapids, Michigan 49629 800-626-7328
Traverse City Located between the "Tuscany like country side" of Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas, it is the 2nd most popular destination in Michigan. Noted as the "cherry capital" of the world, they host the annual Cherry Festival the first week in July. Plan on taking the time to enjoy all the little towns and villages on these scenic peninsulas. 101 Grandview Parkway Traverse City, Michigan 49684 800-940-1120
Suttons Bay describes itself as a year'round coastal village on the Leelanau Peninsula. A beautiful little town and a must visit for an incredible day trip or more.
231-271-5077
leland The video says it all. 877-LELAND1 231-256-0079
Manistee North of Ludington where the Manistee river enters Lake Michigan, you will find Manistee. This historic town is loaded with museums. Great fishing is found in the river and of course Lake Michigan. Several charter boats call this their home port.
11 Cypress Street Manistee, Michigan 49660 800-288-2286
Ludington This port town is rated one of the top 5 visitor destinations in Michigan. Some of the best beaches in the state are found here. The state park located north of town offers great camping and fishing on Lake Michigan and Hamlin lake. Ludington is also home of the SS Badger. This car ferry makes daily trips to and from Manitouc Wisconsin.
5300 W. US 10 Ludington, Michigan 49431 800-542-4600
In between these towns ... you will find plenty of smaller villages and towns which all offer their own magical, romantic finds. Take the time to stop and enjoy them. They too are a part of this amazing northern area.
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A beautiful setting on the Little Traverse Bay. You'll enjoy strolling along the beach in search of Petoskey stones - the state stone. Many of the shops will have them polished and made into jewelery. This is such a charming town it has always been one of my favs. Harbor Springs is located close by and is a must stop if you are in the area.
