Top Things to do in Leelanau County
The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Leelanau County, Leelanau County
Discover the best top things to do in Leelanau County, United States including Platte Plains Trail, Empire Bluff Trail, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, Sleeping Bear Surf & Kayak, Watta Bite Charter Fishing, Cutler's Catch, Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, Lake Michigan Beach Park, Mariah and Pier Pressure Charter Fishing, Grand Traverse Bike Tours.
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1. Platte Plains Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Located in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Seashore, this is a 15-mile network of scenic hiking and biking trails.
2. Empire Bluff Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 294 reviews
Extending two miles in length, this picturesque point-to-point hiking trail is rated moderate in skill level.
Reviewed By amys91 - Bowling Green, United States
Nice hike along Lake Michigan. Great breeze and about 1 mile hike in the woods before you can see the lake.
3. Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 691 reviews
Reviewed By JenR917 - Michigan, United States
This gorgeous drive through the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is just perfect. There are a number of stops along the way to take in the beautiful views. You can also access at least 1 hiking trail through the drive. We did not do that one as it was raining, but completely enjoyed the trip.
4. Sleeping Bear Surf & Kayak
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Northern Michigan’s finest & first freshwater surf shop! We are a full-service shop offering rentals, lessons & sales ~ stand-up paddleboards, surfboards, sea-kayaks, skimboards, longboard completes & sand bikes. Great selection of swimwear, lifestyle clothing, accessories & more! We are all about encouraging free-ride play on the big water! Happily servicing groms & families since 2004!
5. Watta Bite Charter Fishing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
Sunrise, daytime, and sunset charter fishing launching from Glen Arbor, Michigan near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. It’s the ultimate sportsman adventure and fun for the whole family.
6. Cutler's Catch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Cutler's Catch Guide Service specializes in inland lake fishing in northwest Michigan. Book a trip on either Crystal Lake, Glen Lake, or Lake Leelanau and experience the variety these lakes have to offer by targeting either lake trout, bass, walleye, or perch. Licensed Captain Gage Cutler is committed to teaching and educating his guests about nature and conservation through hands on experience.
7. Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 188 reviews
Reviewed By mclaughc - Ann Arbor, United States
The National Park Service has done a great job here. Signage is perfect, the points of interest along the trail are noted, and the surface is very bikable. Scenery along Lake Michigan is awesome and made the most of here.
8. Lake Michigan Beach Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By Jinnyus
Our family wanted to watch the sunset on a beach, so we drove to Empire. The beach has lots of deep sand and places to sit. You can cook out or have a fire. We sat on a bench overlooking the water while our grandsons played on the playground equipment. While we were there, a mother/daughter were sitting at a picnic table next to us waiting for sunset. One by one, people started gathering right next to the table (there's a big standing rock, perhaps it's a meeting point) and basically made themselves at home by putting their stuff on the table or sitting down. I was surprised to see this. The mom/daughter obviously were also surprised. Is that the new beach etiquette? Just walk up to someone's table and take it over? Sunset was lovely. Plenty of people were in the water even at the end of daylight, including kayakers and paddleboarders. I think there's a parking fee, but I didn't see any place to pay.
9. Mariah and Pier Pressure Charter Fishing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Fish aboard two fully equipped 31' and 33' Tiara boats out of historic Fishtown in Leland, Michigan. Catch king and coho salmon, steelhead, lake trout, brown trout and more with professional and proven tackle. Both captains are U.S. Coast Guard certified and committed to making your day on the water successful. Come catch a memory with Mariah and Pier Pressure Charter Fishing!
10. Grand Traverse Bike Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 44 reviews
We are a full-service bike tour company located in the heart of Leelanau Wine Country, just minutes from Traverse City. Our mission is helping visitors to explore the unique beauty and distinct flavors of the Grand Traverse area. We offer a selection of packages ranging from single day winery tours, to self-guided tours and basic bicycle rentals. Experience one of our tours in the company of an expert guide or go on your own with a fully supported self-guided tour. These options allow you to tailor a trip to your own schedule, style, and purpose. We are also Suttons Bay's and Leelanau County's bicycle shop and outdoor adventure center. Let us meet your cycling needs and more, with our excellent line of bicycles, full-service bicycle repair, and bike, kayak, and paddleboard rentals. As a year round destination we offer sales and rentals of cross country skis, backcountry skis, and snow shoes.
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