Exploring The North
My favorite places
If you are looking to "wine" down this is the place to go! Hello Vino has a relaxing, cozy atmosphere and a great selection of wine. They offer other signature cocktails and delicious food! They do tend to fill up quickly during the busy summer weekends, so call a head of time to see if they can accommodate your group.
34 locals recommend
Hello Vino
201 N Bridge StIf you are looking to "wine" down this is the place to go! Hello Vino has a relaxing, cozy atmosphere and a great selection of wine. They offer other signature cocktails and delicious food! They do tend to fill up quickly during the busy summer weekends, so call a head of time to see if they can accommodate your group.
Shorts has a wide selection of beer and great food. They have local musicians who play during the later hours. This is a kid friendly place.
207 locals recommend
Short's Brewing Company Bellaire Pub
121 N Bridge StShorts has a wide selection of beer and great food. They have local musicians who play during the later hours. This is a kid friendly place.
Great place to grab breakfast, lunch or dinner. Family friendly restaurant.
35 locals recommend
Toonie's Fish & Steak House
216 N Bridge StGreat place to grab breakfast, lunch or dinner. Family friendly restaurant.
Although there are no beaches to lounge out at, there are many public accesses. There is also a sand bar in which you can anchor out at and experience some on the water food (Burger Barge) & ( Torch Lake Tiki)! Torch Lake is a "Must see!". The lake is known for its Caribbean blue color and crystal clear water. It is labeled the 3rd most beautiful lake in the country!! So we ask while visiting please be sure to help keep the lake as beautiful as the first time you laid eyes on it! We hope that you enjoy it as much as we do!
21 locals recommend
Torch Lake
Although there are no beaches to lounge out at, there are many public accesses. There is also a sand bar in which you can anchor out at and experience some on the water food (Burger Barge) & ( Torch Lake Tiki)! Torch Lake is a "Must see!". The lake is known for its Caribbean blue color and crystal clear water. It is labeled the 3rd most beautiful lake in the country!! So we ask while visiting please be sure to help keep the lake as beautiful as the first time you laid eyes on it! We hope that you enjoy it as much as we do!
Corner Bistro offers delicious "small plate" foods and cocktail drinks. Keep in mind that it is on the smaller side, so be expected to be seated in smaller groups.
27 locals recommend
Corner Bistro
102 N Bridge StCorner Bistro offers delicious "small plate" foods and cocktail drinks. Keep in mind that it is on the smaller side, so be expected to be seated in smaller groups.
If you have ever watched the show "Oak Island", Marti and Ricky Lagina own this winery! It was designed to model a Tuscan winery and has great views of Grand Traverse Bay!
58 locals recommend
Mari Vineyards
8175 Center RdIf you have ever watched the show "Oak Island", Marti and Ricky Lagina own this winery! It was designed to model a Tuscan winery and has great views of Grand Traverse Bay!
Boyne Valley Vineyards
05325 US-131Sightseeing
Lavender Hill Farm
7354 Horton Bay Rd NIf you love the smell of lavender this is the place to be!
If you are one with nature, this is your place to be. These are unguided hiking trails. Beautiful all year round........but breath taking in the fall! Also be sure to read the eerie tale as to why it is called "Deadman's Hill."
23 locals recommend
Deadman's Hill Overlook
Deadmans Hill RoadIf you are one with nature, this is your place to be. These are unguided hiking trails. Beautiful all year round........but breath taking in the fall! Also be sure to read the eerie tale as to why it is called "Deadman's Hill."
Grass River Natural Area
6500 Alden HwyHiking trails and lots of wild life!
Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead
3169 Eckhardt RdUnguided hiking/biking trails
World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan
3424 Cass RdHighly recommend driving through when the colors of the leaves are at there peak during the month of October!
49 locals recommend
Tunnel of Trees
Michigan 119Highly recommend driving through when the colors of the leaves are at there peak during the month of October!
Bring your own volleyball if you are into a good beach game. There are two public courts located on the premises.
Alden Depot Park & Museum
10670 Coy StBring your own volleyball if you are into a good beach game. There are two public courts located on the premises.
Castle Rock
This is a bit of a drive but a beautiful site to see!
Mackinac Bridge
Mackinac BridgeVisit the "Mighty Mack"..... it won't disappoint!
Charlevoix South Pier Light Station
2 Grant StSleepy Hollow Nature Preserve
1122 Sleepy Hollow LaneSunset Park
101 E Lake StBayfront Park
101 E Lake StOcqueoc Falls Campground
Beautiful falls to see!
Bars
If you are into a good dive bar, making friends with some of the locals, and indulging in greasy food, Green Lantern is the place for you.
Green-Lantern Bar
3958 US-131If you are into a good dive bar, making friends with some of the locals, and indulging in greasy food, Green Lantern is the place for you.
Railside Bar & Grill
8805 M-32Great food and family friendly.
Bellaire Bar & Restaurant
217 N Bridge StThis is a place of a variety of scotch, bourbons, and whiskeys. They also offer delicious food!
7 locals recommend
Whi Ski Inn
2670 US-131This is a place of a variety of scotch, bourbons, and whiskeys. They also offer delicious food!
Nice atmosphere and mixed drinks! There are no options for food at this time.....so be sure to fill up before enjoying the Mammoth!
43 locals recommend
Mammoth Distilling
109 N Bridge StNice atmosphere and mixed drinks! There are no options for food at this time.....so be sure to fill up before enjoying the Mammoth!
This is an underground bar with great drinks and the perfect night life setting
52 locals recommend
Low Bar
128 S Union StThis is an underground bar with great drinks and the perfect night life setting
Hotel Indigo Traverse City
263 W Grandview PkwyA rooftop bar with great views!
Trophy Room Pub & Pizzeria
1 Boyne Mountain RdFood scene
Snowbelt Brewing Co.
132 W Main StGreat place to have a few beers and delicious food!
Old fashioned Bistro, with delicious food! Cafe Santé is located on Lake Charlevoix, in Boyne City.
79 locals recommend
Cafe Santé
1 Water StOld fashioned Bistro, with delicious food! Cafe Santé is located on Lake Charlevoix, in Boyne City.
Terrain
213 N Bridge StDelicious food and drinks. Family friendly
ALPINE TAVERN & EATERY
220 S Otsego AveGreat food and family friendly.
Shirley's Cafe
528 S Williams StGreat little hometown Café
THE IRON SKILLET
524 S Williams StGood food for a great price
Torch Lake Beer Co.
9149 Helena RdGreat place to grab some food and drinks.
Trattoria Stella
830 W Eleventh St
Dockside Torch Lake
6340 Old Torch Lake DrGood food and gorgeous sunsets!
If you have a sweet tooth, I recommend you give this place a try!
34 locals recommend
Grand Traverse Pie Company
525 W Front StIf you have a sweet tooth, I recommend you give this place a try!
Legs Inn
6425 N Lake Shore DrGreat food and drinks, while watching the jaw dropping sunsets on beautiful Walloon Lake!
55 locals recommend
Barrel Back Restaurant
4069 M-75Great food and drinks, while watching the jaw dropping sunsets on beautiful Walloon Lake!
Walloon Lake Inn
4178 West StIf you want to feel like you are in Florida, this is your place to be! Food, beverages and a great view of the water!
56 locals recommend
The Landing
10231 Ferry RdIf you want to feel like you are in Florida, this is your place to be! Food, beverages and a great view of the water!
Foundry Bar & Grill
101 Main StBig Buck Brewery
550 S Wisconsin AveAmazing food and a relaxing ambiance. Be sure to reserve ahead of time, they book up fast!!
36 locals recommend
Bennethum's Northern Inn
3917 Old 27 NAmazing food and a relaxing ambiance. Be sure to reserve ahead of time, they book up fast!!
Delicious food with an arcade in the back for the kids. Winter months they put igloos out front to dine in!
29 locals recommend
Porter Haus
3885 Old Hwy 27 SDelicious food with an arcade in the back for the kids. Winter months they put igloos out front to dine in!
Torch Lake Café
4990 US-31Jolly Pumpkin Restaurant & Brewery
13512 Peninsula DrA variety of ice creams and delicious sweets!! Located in Boyne City and Gaylord
26 locals recommend
Alpine Chocolat Haus
208 W Main StA variety of ice creams and delicious sweets!! Located in Boyne City and Gaylord
Red Ginger
237 E Front StSushi and seafood
Fuji Sushi & Steakhouse
2576 Crossing CircleSushi/ Hibachi Grill
Firefly Restaurant
310 N Cass StLakes/Beaches
Great place to lounge with your family & friends, if you are looking for a nice relaxing beach day!
32 locals recommend
Young State Park
2280 Boyne City-Charlevoix RdGreat place to lounge with your family & friends, if you are looking for a nice relaxing beach day!
Michigan Beach Park
95 N Grant StBarnes Park
12298 Barnes Park RdOtsego Lake State Park
7136 Old Hwy 27 SLake Charlevoix
Petoskey State Park
2475 M-119Skiing/Snowboarding/Golfing
There are 3 resorts included in Shanty Creek. Schuss Moutain, Cedar Creek Resort, & Summit. Great place for skiing/snowboarding and tubing during winter months. Each resort also offers 3 different golf courses to enjoy.
22 locals recommend
Shanty Creek Resort - Summit Village
5780 Shanty Creek RdThere are 3 resorts included in Shanty Creek. Schuss Moutain, Cedar Creek Resort, & Summit. Great place for skiing/snowboarding and tubing during winter months. Each resort also offers 3 different golf courses to enjoy.
Boyne mountain offers many different attractions, such as; Zip lining, skiing/snowboarding, bars/restaurants, golfing, shops, and chair lift rides during the fall months.
121 locals recommend
Boyne Mountain Resort
1 Boyne Mountain RdBoyne mountain offers many different attractions, such as; Zip lining, skiing/snowboarding, bars/restaurants, golfing, shops, and chair lift rides during the fall months.
Settings Restaurant
8151 Pineview DrFood and golf
The Chief Golf Course
5085 Shanty Creek RdTreetops Resort
3962 Wilkinson RdMovie Theatre's
Bellaire Cinema
112 N Bridge StGreat local place to catch a new flick!
Gaylord Cinema West
1775 M-32