Welcome To Traverse City!
One Great Lake. Two Grand Bays. And some of the most beautiful inland lakes in the world. That’s the bounty of water that has drawn people to Traverse City area since time immemorial.
We hope to bring you all of the best of the Traverse City Area and Northern Michigan. The best beaches, the best shoreline vistas – Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has a few – the best golf courses and resorts, the best of the wineries on the Old Mission and Leelanau Peninsulas, the best places to stay and the best places to eat. Check back often to keep up with all that is happening in the Traverse City area – all year long – spring, summer, fall and winter.
Cherry Tree Inn & Suites – Photos
JUST A REMINDER: It’s the first week of August and there is still plenty of summer left to take your Traverse City “beach vacation”. To help you find your place in the sun, here are some of our favorite photos of Cherry Tree Inn & Suites, located on the shores of East Grand Traverse Bay.
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Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel – Photos
Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel is located on the shores of East Grand Traverse Bay. You’ll find no better place to relax and unwind in any season. All of our spacious rooms feature accommodations with two person JACUZZI® spas, a private balcony or patio and breathtaking panoramic views of the beach and East Grand [...] more...
Bayshore Resort – Photos
Now is the time for a Traverse City beach vacation. Our latest photo album features Bayshore Resort, located directly on West Grand Traverse Bay within walking distance of downtown Traverse City. If you enjoy the sun and sand and water, the beach at Bayshore Resort is one of the nicest in Northern Michigan.
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Traverse City News And Special Events
Ironman 70.3 – Frankfort, Michigan – September 15, 2024
[ September 15, 2024; ]
On the shores of Lake Michigan and under the radar of most athletes, stands IRONMAN 70.3 unlike any other.
Known for its spectacular sunsets, unbelievable views from the pier and charming life on Main Street, Frankfort is an uncharted resort town that offers a perfect beach getaway for visitors of all ages. Race hard so you [...] more...
Crystal Mountain – Betsie Valley Trail Run – September 22, 2024
[ September 22, 2024; ]
Welcome the start of fall with the new Betsie Valley Trail Half Marathon, 10k, 5k or 1-Mile Fun Run. The courses are out-and-back on the Betsie Valley Trail starting in Thompsonville at the Webber Sports Complex. The 1-Mile Fun Run is held on the ballfield.
The Betsie Valley Trail offers an excellent flat aggregate trail [...] more...
Leelanau UnCaged – September 28, 2024
[ September 28, 2024; ]
Leelanau UnCaged is originally inspired by John Cage the famous American composer and philosopher, whose interpretation of rhythm and music was original in every way.
Leelanau UnCaged is a day to celebrate and stimulate the senses! We hope you come and enjoy.
This event is brought to you by local volunteers who care very much for [...] more...
Crystal Mountain – 18th Annual Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic – October 19, 2024
[ October 19, 2024; ]
Presented by Stormcloud Brewing Company
The annual Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic is held in and around the beautiful, gently rolling terrain surrounding Crystal Mountain. The race starts and finishes near the base of the front-side slopes. Riders journey through hardwood and pine forests along rambling two-tracks and flowing single-track on a course that is fast and challenging, but [...] more...
Manitou Passage Golf Club – A Northern Michigan Adventure
By Jim Barnes
It may seem unthinkable, even sacrilegious, to make any changes to a course designed by the great Arnold Palmer. Originally opened in 1998 as King’s Challenge, the course languished a bit when Sugar Loaf Mountain Ski Resort closed (the course is built alongside the ski hill), so it needed some rejuvenating and updating. [...] more...
