Carefree Travel Guide 2025

Tour spectacular Lake Leelanau wine country, with or without a guide, along public and private trails with Grand Traverse Bike Tours.

The retro-modern Motel Bear Lake in Onekama welcomes humans and pets, and offers kitschy cool nostalgia with lots to do near Lake Michigan.

Legacy Water Sports & Marina is a full service marina with rentals and pro shop located dockside on beautiful Walloon Lake and Lake Charlevoix.

Riverside Canoe Trips is the ideal location to rent a kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or tube and enjoy the gorgeous Platte River.

You’ll find Legs Inn on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan in Cross Village, boasting a mysteriously charming stone and timber restaurant with great Polish food.

North Region

Unleash the spirit of adventure in Michigan’s north region. Home to picturesque lakes, towering dunes, and lush forests, this region is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, paddle the crystal clear waters of Torch Lake, or stroll through the charming towns of Traverse City and Petoskey. With wineries, ski resorts, and breathtaking sunsets over Lake Michigan, the northern region offers unforgettable experiences for every season.

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