What to do and see in Bellaire, Michigan (MI): The Best Outdoor Activities

June 30, 2021 Jana Sager

Bellaire is a village in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,086 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Antrim County. The town has a very scenic main street, and is a popular location for tourists. Bellaire is also home to the Antrim County Courthouse, a historic structure built in 1905. The Antrim Review, the county's newspaper of record, is headquartered in Bellaire.
Restaurants in Bellaire

1. Paddles & Pedals

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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Paddles & Pedals

Explore Northern Michigan how YOU want. We offer Daily/Weekly Mountain Bike, Fat Bike, Snowshoe, Kayak and SUP rentals. New Bike & Watercraft sales. Parts & Accessories for all!

2. Pontoon Boat Rental

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5.0 based on 73 reviews

Pontoon Boat Rental

This is a New Pontoon Rental with new boats and a great Location Right in Down Town Bellaire. We also offer Temporary Short Term Dock Space. We have a 250ft Dock and Tables for a outdoor Picnic right on the Waters edge. Please give us a call.

3. Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area

2711 Vandermark Rd., Bellaire, MI 49615 http://www.gtrlc.org/recreation-events/preserve/glacial-hills-pathway-and-natural-area/
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area

Reviewed By debbybrzys - Bellaire, United States

Adjacent to the beautiful and friendly town of Bellaire. Our family visits weekly. I was intimidated by the trails several years ago since I can easily get "lost in the woods", yet they have been wonderfully marked and a map is available nearly every 1/2 mile or so. Miles and miles of paths to explore. I fell in love with Kensington Metropark and Island Lake State Recreation area in Milford and Brighton, Michigan more than 20 years ago. I thought I couldn't replace those places. I think I have.

4. Northaire Resort Pontoon Rental

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5.0 based on 127 reviews

Northaire Resort Pontoon Rental

We Rent out Many types boats from row boats to large new pontoon boats we have over ten Pontoon boats ready to rent. Clam lake is attached to Torch lake and you can get there by water in 5 minutes from our docks. We also have a new location in Bellaire on the River Behind Town you can Dock there and walk to town. Great trips down the Grass River please come check us out.

5. The Legend

Bellaire, MI
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

The Legend

This Arnold Palmer-Ed Seay course lives up to its name.

Reviewed By JeffreyTravel - Clarkston, United States

A group of us played this course and I really enjoyed it. The course was in good shape and it was challenging to play but not so hard to enjoy. All were nice here and I would gladly go back.

6. Shanty Creek Resort

5780 Shanty Creek Rd, Bellaire, MI 49615-8311 +1 231-533-3000 [email protected] http://www.shantycreek.com
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4.0 based on 254 reviews

Shanty Creek Resort

An iconic ski and golf resort in northern Michigan, Shanty Creek Resorts is a three-resort experiences in one. Its four villages of SCR (Summit, Cedar River, Hawk's Eye, and Schuss) span over 5,500 acres across hardwood forests, rolling meadows and atop mountain bluffs with miles of camera-ready views. With nearly 400 lodging options, multiple dining venues, four award-winning golf courses, two ski mountains, a 6-lane tubing park, three terrain parks, plus fitness center and wellness spa, and 36,000+ sq ft of conference and event space, Shanty Creek Resort has been an Up North destination for generations.

Reviewed By dougster16 - Indianapolis, United States

From the front desk to the ski rental workers to the Lakeview restaurant staff, everyone at Shanty Creek Resorts made us feel welcomed and valued. Even with Covid restrictions in place, the service, food and ski lines were good.Definitely will be back next year!

7. The Chief Golf Course

5085 Shanty Creek Rd, Bellaire, MI 49615-9105 +1 231-533-9000 [email protected] http://www.golfthechief.com
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4.0 based on 36 reviews

The Chief Golf Course

Welcome to The Chief Golf Course, or as it has long been known, "The Spirit of the North." The Chief Golf Course is among the best destinations in Northern Michigan golf. Here at The Chief, we have everything you need to create a perfect day on the course, from a fully-stocked pro shop to membership opportunities to a hospitable staff.

Reviewed By petersgal - Grand Haven, United States

We played The Chief yesterday for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed it. The course is in great shape. While we are far from being great golfers, I can see where this may be a bit much for those new to the sport - it’s a challenge! Also, finding the 16th fairway could potentially be frustrating for some. We found it eventually. We will definitely play this beautiful course again.

8. Dewitt Marine Inc

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4.0 based on 38 reviews

Dewitt Marine Inc

Dewitt Marine is a small, family owned business in Northern Michigan on Clam Lake & have been servicing the Chain of Lakes & Torch Lake since 1949. We live and breathe the passion of boating and know first hand owning a boat is a rewarding experience to enjoy nature’s most valued treasures & creating special bonds with your family & friends. Our goal is to listen and guide you with our knowledge & skills through the rewards & measures, every step of the way when buying or renting, servicing a boat, storing a boat or selling your own. As fellow boaters, we take pride & continually invest in our boating community, facilities & equipment. Through the 60 years of business we’ve grown to become the finest full service, inland marina facility with 188 slips, indoor storage for over 800 boat, skilled service, detail shop, and all the services in between!We invite you, your family and friends to stop by and experience how life IS better with boat and live YOUR dream at Dewitt Marine.

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