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Traverse City at 35 Miles
In the heart of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, between the towns of Glen Arbor (3 miles) and Empire (4 miles). Close to Lake Michigan Beaches, canoeing on the Crystal River or the Platte River. Visit Fishtown in Leland and lunch at the Cove Restaurant. Drive to the tip of the Lelanau Peninsula and tour the historic lighthouse. Go on a wine tasting tour of the Leelanau peninsula - there are more than 14 wineries! Hike at Pyramid Point, Empire Bluffs' or Alligator Hill which all have fantastic views of Lake Michigan. Many more trails in the National park. Visit the art galleries or the Cherry Republic in Glenn Arbor. The first weekend in August is the 'Dune grass' music festival in Empire and the same week is the Traverse City Film Fest, only 35 min away. Best of all, take the Pierce Stocking scenic drive for fabulous views of Lake Michigan and Glen Lake. Fall color has an extended season here. Spring has cherry blossoms. In the winter there is Skiing, both downhill and Cross country