Attractions
Michigan's best attractions from zoo's, beaches, amuszement parks to waterfalls, nature trails and annual activies you and your family don't want to miss.
Take in the beautiful vista of the Mackinac Bridge, the north entrance to the Heritage Route. Spend the day at the 100+ shops in Mackinaw City. Bike on the 62-mile North Central State Trail past sparkling inland lakes and along the Lake Huron shoreline. Float down the 38-mile inland waterway from Lake Huron to Crooked Lake.
Enjoy autumns fall color traveling north on M-37 Old Center Road up the center of Old Mission Peninsula into Grand Traverse Bay. The route twists and turns over the hills of beautiful terrain and dotted with vineyards finally reaching the peak of the peninsula at Old Mission Lighthouse and State Park at Lake Michigan.
Allegan County, Michigan is situated among the rolling farmlands, grasslands, forests, lakes, and streams of the southwestern portion of the Lower Peninsula. It is an area of incredible scenic beauty and historical significance, with many parts of the county existing much as they did 100 years ago.
Buttersville Park Beach is a dog-friendly beach south of Ludington and a little less crowded than the beaches closer to downtown. Follow the scenic drive to the Buttersville Peninsula to this quiet escape off the beaten path.
Open Seasonally
May - September
Closed Mondays
Just down the shore from Big Sable stands the Ludington North Breakwater Light, another charge of SPLKA’s and a partner with the City of Ludington. This 1924 light is also open for tours and tower climbs and boasts a vibrant green light from its tower.
Just south of Ludington is a magical world of seventy foot sand dunes and evergreen forests. Here, burrowed amidst the Silver Lake State Park sand dunes, stands the spectacular Little Sable Point Lighthouse.
32 Mile Color Tour starting downtown at the Cadillac City Park parking lot, head East toward Mitchell Street (away from lake) on Cass Street. At Cass/Mitchell traffic light, follow Cass/M-55 East all the way to M-66, approx. 9 miles. Turn left onto M-66 towards Lake City. Follow M-66 thru Lake City, to M-42. Turn left to go East onto M-42.
Experience a dazzling 110-acre display of annuals and perennials punctuated by distinctive bridges, towering pines, and delightful water features. A variety of tours are available to fit your needs and group size!
Tours of an authentic underground copper mine tour dating from the 1800's, with above-ground trails past 1870's mine building ruins.
Keweenaw County has 11 well-maintained sites/museums offering a glimpse into the unique history.
The Adventure Mine is a copper mine near Greenland, Michigan that operated from 1850 to 1920. During that time, miners removed more than 11 million pounds of native copper from the ground.
"Benny the Beard Fisher" is a troll sculpture installed at Northland Outfitters (8174 State Highway M-77, Germfask, MI, 49836) you can also see him while floating down the Manistique River in Germfask Michigan. the troll is about 15 feet tall with a length of nearly 35 feet seems to be watching the water.
Northland Outfitters is conveniently located smack dab between all of your UP bucket list sights and things to do. Which ever direction you go, take the time and soak it all in. It's not about where you're going, but how you spend your time while you're getting there.
The Little River Railroad is located in Coldwater, Michigan. The train runs to Quincy, Michigan and occasionally Hillsdale, Michigan.
Summer Train
We depart historic downtown Coopersville on the dates and times shown on our calendar. During the journey, our friendly Conductor will talk about local railroad history and answer your questions.
2023 tour season starts on June 14 and runs through October 7
The tour departs from Soo Junction, MI at 10:30 AM and returns at 5:00 PM.
Train and Riverboat Tour to the Tahquamenon Falls
Clinton Station — 301 Bartlett St, Clinton, MI
The train at the Clinton Station.
Follow road to the left of the sign for parking.
From metro Detroit Michigan:
Schell Family Farm Overview
Here’s a look at our 250 acre property and activities
Christmas Trees
Over 40 Acres of Christmas Trees.
Lone Oak Sunflower Farm and Corn Maze in New Boston, Michigan offer lots of activities from an all-day access on our sunflower farm, to private barn mini games, to an amazing corn maze challenge and a night experience you won’t forget!
Canterbury Village, a historical landmark that is home to the Made in Michigan Market, Yates Cider Mill Store, and many other small businesses! Join us year-round for a unique shopping experience and fun events!
Plan your event in a luxurious setting like no other, a masterpiece of architecture and expert craftsmanship located in the historic setting of Canterbury Village, Lake Orion, Michigan. Canterbury Village is home to a late 1890’s barn that has been converted into a stunning wedding chapel.
The DeVos Art Museum presents ten to twelve exhibitions a year with an emphasis on modern and contemporary art & the permanent collection. The museum is open year-round.
Admission to the museum and all events is FREE!
Monday, Tuesday Wednesday, Friday 12pm - 5pm | Thursday 12pm - 8pm
As a microbrewery, our focus is on providing a wide variety of beer styles in addition to fostering the local interest in the brewing of craft beer.
Pinball Land is an all-ages retro arcade in Rockford, Michigan featuring an awesome collection of pinball machines and video arcade games. The best part is there’s no need for quarters! At Pinball Land, you pay for admission and all of the games inside are free to play!
