September 22, 2011 – 7:22 pm
The economy might be a little shaky but a visit to Northern Michigan will make you forget that there is a problem in the world. Enjoy the quaint villages along the lakeshore, shop at one of a kind wine, cheese and artisian bread shops. Maybe you prefer a stroll on the miles of pristine sandy [...]
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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 [...]
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Also posted in Attractions, Beaches, Elk Rapids/Eastport, Glen Arbor/Empire, Interlochen, Lake Michigan, Leland/Lake Leelanau, Northport/Omena, Plan Your Trip, Recreation, Traverse City
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Take a step back in time and enjoy this short tourism documentary on Northern Michigan from somewhere around 1950. It features the Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Lake, Interlochen, Traverse City and other areas that we have cottages and homes. The really neat thing is that a lot of our area looks just like this [...]
August 3, 2009 – 11:56 am
Visiting the great “Up North” is an experience to be shared. With miles of pristine waters, big blue skies, miles of hiking and biking, star gazing, festivals, nature watching and well the list just goes on and on. Whether it is baseball or fudge, napping under a tree or dining at your fav eatery, we [...]
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Handicapped accessible hiking trails offer great opportunities for everyone. Check out these beautiful locations.
Boardman Lake Trail,Traverse City- A gorgeous 2-mile lakeside trail offers wheelchair-able pathway. East shore south end of the lake. Park at Hall Park.
www.traversetrails.org/boardman-lake-trail.shtml
Ransom Lake Preserve, Lake Ann -Smooth path along a beautiful Northern Michigan stream. End up at a wheelchair accessible lakeside deck, and try [...]
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Also posted in Elk Rapids/Eastport, Environment, Featured, Handicapped Accessibility, Hiking, Interlochen, News, Northport/Omena, Plan Your Trip, Recreation, Traverse City
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There are a host of beautiful state parks that are perfect for hiking, site seeing, picnicing and more. General information is listed below. If you need a cottage or home to stay in while you enjoy the area, Visit Up North Vacation Rentals has some terrific accommodations. www.visitupnorth.com .Their seasoned staff knows the area well [...]
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Also posted in Environment, Fall, Glen Arbor/Empire, Lake Michigan, Lighthouses, Local Maps, Northport/Omena, Plan Your Trip, Recreation, Spring, Summer, Tours, Traverse City, Weather, Winter
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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, [...]
