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Elk Rapids getaways. Take a vacation and stay here

The beautiful, sandy shores of Elk Rapids attracts boaters, day trippers and sunbathers to this wonderful part of northern Michigan. Scroll down for rentals and more about Elk Rapids!

Arrow HausClose to the town of Elk Rapids! 3 brm/1 1/2 ba cottage on Birch Lake. Sand-bottom swimming. Will sleep 8 w/ 1 Q, 2 F, [...]

Water Safety Tips

These general water safety tips will help you stay safe in and around the water.
Learn to swim.The best thing anyone can do to stay safe is to learn to swim. Always swim with a buddy;never swim alone. The American Red Cross has swimming courses for people of all ages. Contact a local Red Cross chapter.
Swim [...]

Cherry Festival-Traverse City Michigan Now is the time to start thinking about planning your trip.

It may only be Spring, but now is the time to plan for your visit to Traverse City and the National Cherry Festival July 5-12, 2008. The Cherry Festival is only 22 days away! Visit Up North  has condos and cottages available within 20 minutes of downtown. Check out these links for a few ideas. [...]

Michigan State Parks/National Park Passes Leland, Empire, Northport, Lake Michigan when you Visit Up North

Visiting Northern Michigan is an exciting adventure with so many places to see. Among the many places to enjoy are our national parks and beaches. To keep these beautiful parks clean and protected guests, will now need a visitors' park pass. You can purchase a state park pass now called "America the Beautiful National Parks [...]

Horse Shows By the Bay

Northern Michigan's own Horse Shows By the Bay will take place July 16, 2008- August 3, 2008.
We still have cottages and condos that are less than 12 miles to the location.
Stay at Chalet East Bay only 8 miles, A River Runs Thru It on the Boardman River 10 miles, Northern Tonic on Spider Lake 10 [...]

Kayak/Canoe Rentals Lake Leelanau, Interlochen, Glen Arbor, Leland, Traverse City

Spend a lazy day paddling down the many lakes and rivers that dot this area.The Crystal River http://www.theconservancy.com/crystalriver.htmlin Glen Arbor offers an easy trip for the novice paddler while the lower Platte Lake is a great spot for the new to canoeing to the experienced. The 182,000 acre Boardman River flows through Traverse City http://www.boardmanriver.org/watershed.php 
makes for a [...]

So how far do we have to go to Traverse City, Glen Arbor, Suttons Bay? Mileage to our area from…

Taking a vacation doesn't have to be a day or two journey. Maybe it will not take as much gas as you think. From many locations you can get to the Grand Traverse/ Leelanau area in less than a day. A pleasant car trip that is  less costly to drive than to fly.Below are some typical cities that [...]

More water safety tips from American Red Cross

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These General Water Safety Tips will help you stay safe in, on, and around the water! General Water Safety Tips for Beach Safety Boating Home Pools Keeping Children Safe In, On, and Around the Water Lakes and Rivers Ocean Safety Personal Watercraft [...]

BEAUTIFUL log home on Lake Michigan Upper Peninsula Visit Up North Vacation Rentals

Luxury on the lake. Peaceful quiet. The sound of Lake Michigan and the wind in your hair and....you can Run Naked! This terrific home offers space for up to 12 on the Lake Michigan shoreline. 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath. Will allow pet. Linens included. Short trip to the bridge and Mackinac Island. This [...]

Where's the Beach? East Grand Traverse Bay, Bowers Harbor, Good Harbor, Michigan

One thing you can always find in this area are some of the best freshwater beaches in the world. From kid-friendly beaches with playgrounds to "out of the way" beaches for those looking for solitude. One of these great beach locations is just right for you.
Bayside Park-East Grand Traverse Bay off of US 31 North south [...]

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