Things To Do
Visit Downtown Petoskey
Lots of shops, restaurants, bars. Wander the streets, check out the marina and enjoy the surroundings. Our top Petoskey restaurants are below.
Visit Downtown Harbor Springs
Quaint town with good eats, drinks and a boat dock for viewing. Stop in to Tom's Moms for delicious cookies
Visit Downtown Bay Harbor
Shops, restaurants and boat marina. The bike ride there is beautiful, though watch out, there is a detour on the way.
Rent bikes at Bahnhof Sport
Rent bikes for the day and scoot around town or get an e-bike and go farther! Bike paths are common throughout the area
Climb the Sand Dunes at Petoskey State Park
Beaches and sand dunes, great spot to go swim! It's where we celebrate every 4th of July. (Psstt... You'll probably find us here on Sunday)
Jump in the lake at Bay View Private Beach
Enjoy the private dock and sandy beach at Bay View. Swim to the raft and (maybe) rent kayaks at the boathouse. No alcohol.
Walk through the Bay View Woods - Gateway Trailhead
Get lost in the wilderness of the Bay View Woods (don't worry, there are signs)
Walk the Petoskey City Marina
Walk down to the lighthouse and feel the cool water splash on you. Scenic views
Beards Brewery
Food, local beer and waterfront views
Petoskey Brewing Company
A re-vamped historic brewery.
Breakfast - Tillie's Tafel
The greatest cinnamon rolls on earth
Food & Coffee - Roast & Toast
Great soups & sandwiches. Coffee
Food - Symons General Store & Wine Cellar
Quaint old store with a variety of salads & sandwiches, unique products and great liquor selection
Food - Sam’s Graces Cafe
Scratch kitchen. Yum Excellent brunch
Food - The Back Lot Beer Garden
Food trucks, beer and wine. We'll be meeting here for drinks Thursday night
Food - Palette Bistro
Excellent Happy Hour deals
Food - Chandler's
Fine dining with an a wide wine selection in a stone walled cellar. Great ambiance
Grab Ice Cream at Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen
Best ice cream in town. You can take a tour at the factory!
Hike at Offield Family Viewlands
An old golf course recently turned nature preserve. Very cool to walk the trails and see how nature has taken over. Lots of hiking trails to enjoy.
Drink at Gabriel Farms & Winery
Local winery, brewery and cider house on a Michigan Farm
Wander around at Pond Hill Farm
Take your car and drive 20 minutes north for outdoor hikes/walks, a great view, farm animals, wood fire pizza, brewery and a farm store
Take a road trip to eat at Legs Inn
If you have the time and a car, drive north to Cross Village to eat at Legs Inn - drive M-119 for a scenic drive In a quirky stone building dating from the early 20th century, this seasonal family-run inn with cottages is within the Shurtleff Nature Preserve near the shores of Lake Michigan. Great food and amazing views. Go early to avoid the wait.
Bay Harbor Golf Club
3 challenging golf courses to enjoy with great views. (Annie used to beer cart here)
Hidden River Golf & Casting Club
Beautiful golf course just 20 minutes north