A Few Favorite Places
A Few Favorite Places
The opportunities for recreation and entertainment in Leelanau County are endless and I've linked a few of my favorite spots below. Whether it's day trip to Leland, Fishtown, and Good Harbor Beach to the West, Traverse City to the South, or hanging out in the beautiful village of Suttons Bay, you won't be disappointed! Feel free to text for help finding the perfect outing for your group, or take the advice of a few others who've been here!
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Suttons Bay
Beaches
The Suttons Bay Marina has a nice beach with picnic tables and play structures for the kids. It is within walking distance from town and food.
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Suttons Bay Marina - Coal Docks
326 Front StThe Suttons Bay Marina has a nice beach with picnic tables and play structures for the kids. It is within walking distance from town and food.
Vans Beach is located in the village of Leland and the infamous Fishtown. It has beautiful sand with local amenities nearby. Be sure to enjoy a Village Cheese Shanty sandwich!
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Van's Beach
205 Cedar StVans Beach is located in the village of Leland and the infamous Fishtown. It has beautiful sand with local amenities nearby. Be sure to enjoy a Village Cheese Shanty sandwich!
Good Harbor Bay Beach and Sleeping Bear Dunes is a fantastic way to spend a sunny day! The beach is fantastic and the dune climb is always a winner for those who are able. Pack for a day trip and plan to make a stop in Fishtown in Leland.
https://www.traversecity.com/listings/good-harbor-bay-beach-sleeping-bear-dunes/1140/
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Good Harbor Bay Beach
Good Harbor Bay TrailGood Harbor Bay Beach and Sleeping Bear Dunes is a fantastic way to spend a sunny day! The beach is fantastic and the dune climb is always a winner for those who are able. Pack for a day trip and plan to make a stop in Fishtown in Leland.
https://www.traversecity.com/listings/good-harbor-bay-beach-sleeping-bear-dunes/1140/
Clinch Park
111 E Grandview PkwyWineries
A listing of popular wineries. Note that it does not include some favorites like Mawby’s and Cider spots.
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Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail
10781 E Cherry Bend RdA listing of popular wineries. Note that it does not include some favorites like Mawby’s and Cider spots.
MAWBY Vineyards and Winery
4519 Elm Valley Rd45 North Vineyard & Winery
8580 E Horn RdBlack Star Farms Suttons Bay
10844 E Revold RdWorth it for the view alone! You won't be disappointed!
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Suttons Bay Ciders
10530 E Hilltop RdWorth it for the view alone! You won't be disappointed!
The is often live music and great views!
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Rove Estate Tasting Room and Vineyard
7007 E Traverse HwyThe is often live music and great views!
Just down the road (yes, you could walk home :). Yard games, music, food and in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
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Hop Lot Brewing Company
658 S W Bay Shore DrJust down the road (yes, you could walk home :). Yard games, music, food and in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
Food scene
Wren and Martha's Table are located in Suttons Bay. It's hard to be disappointed anywhere you go in Leelanau County and I've linked a few of my favorite spots for dining, recreation and more below. Also, remember when you're Up North casual, vacation dress is appropriate for all of these venues.
PepeNero
700 Cottageview DrMama Lu's - A Modern Day Taco Shop
149 E Front StMartha's Leelanau Table
413 N St Joseph StWren
303 N St Joseph StThe Cove
111 W River StA local favorite! Get a sac lunch to to bring to the beach.
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Village Cheese Shanty
199 W River StA local favorite! Get a sac lunch to to bring to the beach.
Red Ginger
237 E Front StTrendy and a favorite for the young crowd (and their mom :).
Recreation
Plan a day hike on any of the amazing trails in Leelanau County. For more information, visit the Conservancy's website https://www.leelanauconservancy.org/
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Leelanau Conservancy
105 1st StPlan a day hike on any of the amazing trails in Leelanau County. For more information, visit the Conservancy's website https://www.leelanauconservancy.org/
Rent a pontoon boat, SUP Board, kayak or bike. A day on the boat playing in the warm waters of Lake Leelanau is always a winner. Call Kevin at 231-883-7815.
Body Balance of Suttons Bay
99 4th StRent a pontoon boat, SUP Board, kayak or bike. A day on the boat playing in the warm waters of Lake Leelanau is always a winner. Call Kevin at 231-883-7815.
Stretching 17 miles along a former railroad corridor, the
TART-owned Leelanau Trail connects Traverse City and
Suttons Bay. The paved route takes users through rolling
hills, forests, orchards and meadows and past streams,
lakes and ponds, and is the perfect setting for recreation,
transportation and environmental education.
There are three trailheads: Cherry Bend Road, Fouch Road
and 4th Street in Suttons Bay.
Leelanau Trail
Leelanau TrailStretching 17 miles along a former railroad corridor, the
TART-owned Leelanau Trail connects Traverse City and
Suttons Bay. The paved route takes users through rolling
hills, forests, orchards and meadows and past streams,
lakes and ponds, and is the perfect setting for recreation,
transportation and environmental education.
There are three trailheads: Cherry Bend Road, Fouch Road
and 4th Street in Suttons Bay.