Leland’s commercial fishing heritage is alive and well in “ Fishtown.” This restored area offers quaint shops, 19th-century weathered fishing shanties and scenic waterfront views. Scenic things to do in Northern Michigan: Stroll Leland Historic District Read More: A Michigan Dad Shares 10 Unique Michigan Family Vacation Spots Fishtown’s adorable shanties were an unexpected treat in Northern Michigan. Michigan’s M-119, also know as the Tunnel of Trees, runs along Little Traverse Bay from Harbor Springs to Cross Village. Heading to Petoskey in the fall? You’ll be near one of the best scenic drives for autumn colors. If you can’t find them on your own, never fear Petoskey stones are sold around town. Petoskey State Park is a popular hunting ground. With Michigan’s crystal clear water, it was easy to find them in the shallow blue waters along sandy beaches. The rock is shaped like a pebble and has ringed designs that look fashionable to me. Petoskey stones are both rock and fossil and quite beautiful when polished. You can find them in Northern Michigan along the shores of the Lower Peninsula. The stones are unique to the Great Lakes. I never imagined that I would enjoy combing the beaches for rocks on my vacation, but in Petoskey, it is a very cool thing to do. Here we are combing the rocky beaches for collectible Petoskey stones. Packing List: Here’s what to pack for a camping trip and an RV trip. Learn More: 25 Questions to Ask Before Driving Off in a Rented RV
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Find more sand dunes, campgrounds and free things to do in Muskegon, Michigan. And it’s a great stop on your way to Mackinac Island. There are RV and tent camping sites available in this 70,000+ acre park. Make a whole vacation out of it by booking at one of the multiple campgrounds at Sleeping Bear Dunes. In the winter people visit the area for cross-country skiing! Signs were posted saying that it is possible you may have to be airlifted from the bottom due to the incline and strength needed to climb in the deep sands. I watched in awe as families ran down the dunes, then basically crawled back up, mostly on all fours. The towering sand dunes provide not only a treat for your eyes but also a playground for those physically fit enough to enjoy the 450 foot drop in terrain. Sleeping Bear Dunes is a National Lakeshore, encompassing 35 miles of shoreline. TravelingMom is excited to share this great deal on a great product that helps kids learn! Get the first two months of Nick Jr. Read on for my 11 favorite things to do in Northern Michigan. Each destination is bursting with charm and character reminiscent of cities in Europe. Michigan’s exquisite towns of Mackinac Island, Traverse City, Charlevoix and Petoskey are accessible road trip drives from major cities like Detroit (four hours), Ann Arbor (four hours) and Grand Rapids (three hours). I think vacationing up north in Michigan may be the best-kept secret in the United States. If you are searching for a unique vacation destination, look no further than Northern Michigan. Read on for more fun things to do in Northern Michigan. Check out a beach that’s been named one of the most beautiful in the world. Eat more cherries than you ever thought possible. What’s there to do? Bike the car-free streets of Mackinac Island. Plus it’s still slightly off the radar, so you won’t need to battle crowds. Northern Michigan hits all the marks for a super family vacation destination. Enjoy a Scrumptious Brunch from Brasserie Amie Taste Cherries in More Ways Than You Can Imagine Historical Things to Do in Northern Michigan- Fire a Cannon! Eat Fudge from the Fudge Capital of the World Explore Mackinac Island in a Horse & Buggy Visit Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore What Is There to Do in Northern Michigan?.