Scenic Stop Along M22
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive Entrance
South Dune HighwayA short hike into the woods to reach an amazing view of Lake Michigan.
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Empire Bluff Trailhead
Empire Bluff TrailA short hike into the woods to reach an amazing view of Lake Michigan.
Beaches
Enjoy a day at the beach along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Maybe you will be the lucky finder of Michigan’s State Stone the Petoskey Stone or Leland Blue unique to this section of shoreline.
Enjoy the park above with grills, a playground and bathrooms. Follow the stairs to the bottom and find a rock hunters paradise.
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Peterson Park
10001 East Peterson Park RoadEnjoy the park above with grills, a playground and bathrooms. Follow the stairs to the bottom and find a rock hunters paradise.
With parking, a playground and public restrooms this is a great spot for a family day at the beach.
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Empire Beach
With parking, a playground and public restrooms this is a great spot for a family day at the beach.
The area has experienced the wrath of Mother Nature but with parking and outhouses it is still popular among the locals.
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Christmas Cove Beach
East Christmas Cove RoadThe area has experienced the wrath of Mother Nature but with parking and outhouses it is still popular among the locals.
Unique Experiences
There are so many scenic stops throughout the county but there here a few unique places to visit while you are visiting.
Still an active fishing community, Fishtown shacks have been preserved and feature unique gift shops and the much love Village Cheese Shanty sandwich shop. We’re fans of their caramels.
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Fishtown
203 W River StStill an active fishing community, Fishtown shacks have been preserved and feature unique gift shops and the much love Village Cheese Shanty sandwich shop. We’re fans of their caramels.
Glen Haven
Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum
15500 Lighthouse Point RoadBreakfast and Brunch
A few recommendations of places we enjoy.
Martha's Leelanau Table
413 N St Joseph StGrab and Go
Bakery, farm market, sandwich shop. Many of the products at 9 Bean are grown right on property. The croissants are delicious!
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9 Bean Rows Restaurant
303 N St Joseph StBakery, farm market, sandwich shop. Many of the products at 9 Bean are grown right on property. The croissants are delicious!
Market 22
497 E Harbor HwyVillage Cheese Shanty
199 W River StFood scene
Great spot to drive or boat along the Bay. With a wine tasting room attached, you can enjoy two experiences at one stop.
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Knot Just a Bar
5019 N West Bay Shore DrGreat spot to drive or boat along the Bay. With a wine tasting room attached, you can enjoy two experiences at one stop.
This is a favorite spot for the locals with outside dining in the summer. Be sure to bring cash. They do not take credit cards.
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Art's Tavern
6487 W Western AveThis is a favorite spot for the locals with outside dining in the summer. Be sure to bring cash. They do not take credit cards.
Boat Rentals
From ski boats and jet skis on Suttons Bay or Elk Lake to pontoons on Glen Lake or Torch Lake, American Boat Rentals, in beautiful Northern Michigan offers affordable, well-maintained speed boat, pontoon boat, and wave runner rentals delivered right to you!
American Boat Rentals
9830 Tenor DrFrom ski boats and jet skis on Suttons Bay or Elk Lake to pontoons on Glen Lake or Torch Lake, American Boat Rentals, in beautiful Northern Michigan offers affordable, well-maintained speed boat, pontoon boat, and wave runner rentals delivered right to you!