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Travel Guide | Northern Michigan Towns
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items The beach towns of Michigan located along Lake Michigan are some of the USA's most hidden gems. These towns are popular to locals and have been quickly increasing in popularity as those look to their own backyard for places to enjoy. Here's our low-d...
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Hi there! I'm Ashley & my husband is Justin - we run a blog called Tracking Travels! Here we post travel guides, itineraries, and tips to our favorite spots. Check them out!
Lake Michigan is full of quiet beach towns waiting to be explored. Here's a look into our top 5 recommendations.
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5 Must-Visit Destinations for Your Ultimate Michigan Bucket List Vacation
Glen Arbor
Your one-stop spot for all things Michigan Cherries! This flagship store of Cherry Republic is cute and cozy with delicious food & beverage offerings.
Cherry Republic | Glen Arbor
Sleeping Bear Dunes on Michigan's National Lakeshore are not to be missed! It is gorgeous, but a HIKE. If you're going to do the climb, be prepared with proper clothing and water.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (U.S. National Park Service)
So gorgeous, yet so hard. Be prepared!
The Dune Climb - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (U.S. National Park Service)
This full day trip will take you from Traverse City and to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! It's a must-see.
Daily Tours to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
The Pierce Stocking Drive takes a momentous effort from the Roads and Trails Crew to prepare for summer visitation. Learn what is involved in getting the 7.8 mile loop open safely for visitors to enjoy!
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (U.S. National Park Service)
Charlevoix
Lake Charlevoix is stunning and offers the perfect opportunity for boating. We love getting on the water when we're there and highly recommend spending a day on a boat!
Capturing Charlevoix - Full Day Private Experience
A great spot for camping that is right along the water! We really enjoyed it here.
Fisherman's Island State Park
A great bar scene located right in downtown Charlevoix!
Bridge Street Tap Room
A great spot for tacos & tequila in downtown Charlevoix!
Home | The Cantina
Traverse City
Old Mission point has delicious wine with beautiful views. Highly recommend!
5-Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 4 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula
The Leelanau Peninsula feels a bit slower, more local to us. We love Blustone Vineyards which is located there. This wine tour is great to check out 3 main wineries: Black Star Famrs, Shady Lane Cellars, and Rove Winery.
5-Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 3 Wineries on Leelanau Peninsula
Kayak, Bike, and Stand Up Paddleboard tours are SO popular up north and a great way to get outdoors. Definitely recommend!
Half-Day Fun Pass: Kayak, Bike and SUP Rental in Traverse City
A great place for outdoor seating, beer, and delicious food. This has quickly become a top spot for both locals and tourists!
Hop Lot Brewing Co. - Northern Michigan Brewery & Restaurant
Great cocktails, local beer and wines with a fun atmosphere. They often have food trucks here as well.
The Little Fleet
An upscale Italian dining experience that you cannot miss!
Trattoria Stella
An absolutely stunning winery located in Northern Michigan! If you're heading up north you need to stop here even for just a photo on the back patio.
Bonobo Winery
Stunning views, a relaxing atmosphere, and great wine. It's hard to beat!
Chateau Chantal
Delicious, sweeter wines with a local feel. A must-see when exploring the Traverse City area. My husband's favorite!
Bowers Harbor Vineyards offers Wine Tasting, Wine Tours, Wine Dinners, and events in Traverse City, Michigan
Ludington
A popular, large beach on the outskirts of downtown that has plenty of seating area, great views of the water & lighthouse, and access to basketball courts nearby.
Stearns Park & Beach
A very popular, delicious ice cream shop in downtown Ludington!
House of Flavors
Ludington State Park, situated between the 5,000-acre Hamlin Lake and 7 miles of sandy Lake Michigan shoreline, features scenic sand dunes, three campgrounds, the iconic Big Sable Point Lighthouse, 21 miles of marked trails and more.
Ludington State Park