Sitting in Leland at the mouth of the Carp River is historic Fishtown. The area is comprised of classic fishing shanties preserved and converted to shops and attractions as well as smoke houses and other fishing support areas. A dock runs along the river and provides access to the shanties. There is a dam with… Continue reading Fishtown
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Peterson Park
Peterson Park is a beautiful park with 1,000 feet of beach on Lake Michigan. The park has picnic tables, bathrooms and wide open spaces. The park sits at an high elevation with large drop to the water that provides for stunning views. There is a viewing platform that makes for excellent photo opportunities. You can… Continue reading Peterson Park
Christmas Cove
Christmas Cove is a park and beach in Leelanau Township. The park has about 200 feet of sandy beach frontage on Lake Michigan. The park and beach are owned and managed by Leelanau Township. There are picnic tables and restroom facilities at this park (seasonal use). The bathroom is an outhouse. The draw of Christmas… Continue reading Christmas Cove
Kehl Lake
Kehl Lake Natural Area is a preserve owned and managed by the Leelanau Conservancy. The area located in Leelanau Township (north of Northport) has 279 acres of forest and trails cut through the forest and along the shores of the 74-acre Kehl Lake. A gravel parking area is located on N Kehl Road. There is… Continue reading Kehl Lake
Graham-Greene Park
Graham-Greene Park is a beautiful 15-acre park just off M-22 north of Peshawbestown on the east side of the Leelanau peninsula. The park has an open picnic area and a wooded border that blocks the views from the park of Grand Traverse Bay. There is a walkway through the trees that goes to a small… Continue reading Graham-Greene Park