What to do and see in Manistee County, Manistee County: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

April 12, 2022 Janette Largent

Discover the best top things to do in Manistee County, United States including Arcadia Overlook, The Vogue Theatre, Fifth Avenue Beach, Manistee Historical Museum, Manistee River, S.S. City of Milwaukee/ USCGC Acacia, Arcadia Dunes CS Mott Nature Preserve, First Street Beach, Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse, Pine River Paddlesports.
Restaurants in Manistee County

1. Arcadia Overlook

Highway M-22, Arcadia, MI
Excellent
88%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 110 reviews

Arcadia Overlook

Reviewed By 206syedah

We stopped here on the way to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Because Pierce Stocking Drive and some other spots in the SBD area are closed (as of summer 2020), I would have to say that this is the best view of Lake Michigan at the moment. Parking is free, and we enjoyed a picnic here on one of the benches.

2. The Vogue Theatre

383 River St, Manistee, MI 49660-2710 +1 231-508-8005 http://voguetheatremanistee.org/
Excellent
91%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 43 reviews

The Vogue Theatre

3. Fifth Avenue Beach

Manistee, MI http://www.manisteemi.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/4
Excellent
88%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 32 reviews

Fifth Avenue Beach

Reviewed By theoljohnnyboy - New Florence, United States

We stumbled across this beach when visiting the lighthouse and pier. Lots of parking, really beautiful and clear water. Public restrooms, concession stands, and free parking all right beside the beach. While the first street beach got lots of waves the day that we were there, the 5th street beach had no waves as the pier blocked them all. Something worth keeping an eye on depending on if you want waves or not!

4. Manistee Historical Museum

425 River St, Manistee, MI 49660-1522
Excellent
57%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 30 reviews

Manistee Historical Museum

Two connected storefronts, the Manistee Historical Museum's rooms each reflect life in a different era.

5. Manistee River

Manistee, MI http://rivermarineoutfitters.shutterfly.com
Excellent
76%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 85 reviews

Manistee River

Shared by canoeists and fishermen, this majestic river with high, white dunes and bordered by forests, flows into Lake Michigan.

6. S.S. City of Milwaukee/ USCGC Acacia

99 Arthur St # (US31, Manistee, MI 49660-1101 +1 231-723-3587 [email protected] http://www.carferry.com/
Excellent
60%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

S.S. City of Milwaukee/ USCGC Acacia

This preserved Lake Michigan car ferry offers tours in the spring,and summer. It doubles as a unique hotel in the summer. In October it is a haunted house. The Acacia has self-guided tours and is also available for overnight groups.

7. Arcadia Dunes CS Mott Nature Preserve

M22 Highway, Arcadia, MI
Excellent
78%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Arcadia Dunes CS Mott Nature Preserve

Hiking, Biking, Backpacking, Snowshoeing, X-country Skiing

Reviewed By Mobile13413571734

This is a beautiful spot. Loved walking the deck walkway over the preserve. Enjoyed watching the birds along the way and identifying plants and wildflowers. It is an easy enoyful way to commune with nature.

8. First Street Beach

1249 Lakeshore Rd, Manistee, MI 49660-1044 http://www.manisteemi.gov/facilities/facility/details/Douglas-Recreation-Area--First-Street-Be-2
Excellent
78%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 113 reviews

First Street Beach

Reviewed By theoljohnnyboy - New Florence, United States

A really nice beach that we stumbled across while driving up the coast. Public restrooms, pavilions, playgrounds, and free parking are plenty. The waves were great the day that we were there and the color of the water was fantastic.

9. Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse

North pier, Manistee, MI http://www.facebook.com/groups/ManisteeMiLighthouse
Excellent
64%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 124 reviews

Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse

Reviewed By heathertindiana - West Lafayette, United States

Absolutely beautiful views! Get to the beach off 5th street before 11am and find plenty of parking. The lighthouse is painted perfectly and the pier is nice and wide to stroll on. **beware of some wet spots that can be slippery probably from algae growth** Better than most for families with small children, or strollers, etc. The 5th Street beach had a concession stand that opened around noon, and clean bathrooms.

10. Pine River Paddlesports

9590 Michigan 37, Wellston, MI 49689 +1 231-862-3471 http://www.thepineriver.com
Excellent
88%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Pine River Paddlesports

Reviewed By aaronpD5817ZY - Grand Rapids, United States

The winter trip was amazingly beautiful and peaceful. Highly recommended. Staff was very gracious towards are kids.

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