One of our favorites in town! Good food & drinks. They have a great happy hour everyday from 4-5:30pm

An iconic Northern Michigan restaurant in Cross Village at the northern end of the Tunnel of Trees. Known for hearty Polish-inspired cuisine and views of Lake Michigan — a great stop on your scenic drive.

Kate's favorite sandwich & deviled egg spot. Perfect for lunch in downtown Petoskey. Really nice if you want the small town feeling!

Petoskey’s go-to coffee spot. Lots of cute seasonal drinks & nice locals. Perfect for fueling up before exploring, grabbing breakfast with friends, or curing any post-celebration fatigue. (We recommend the bagel sandwiches or any of their soups)

If you are into donuts, cookies, pies, or pastries', this is your spot! & you're here in time for the fall flavors!! Extra delicious

Upscale bar ~20 minutes from Petoskey with really lovely cocktails and small plates. Their wine selection is also great!

A seasonal scenic farm market in Petoskey offering handcrafted food items, local produce, gifts, and Amish-made goods.

Petoskey’s beloved bluffside park with stunning views of Little Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan — especially at sunset. Bring a picnic, stroll the paths, or just relax and take in the bay breeze.

Take the steps down to find our little waterfall!

A scenic, paved bike and walking trail that runs along Little Traverse Bay from Harbor Springs to Charlevoix. Rent a bike, go for a morning jog, or take a sunset stroll along the water — it’s one of the easiest ways to soak in those Northern Michigan views.

This is a lovely walking trail with lookouts that's right downtown Petoskey. Mixed terrain- features steep bluffs, unpaved trails, concrete path, boardwalks, whitewater rapids, and forest areas.

Beautiful walking and biking trails in Harbor Springs (short drive from Petoskey). Please see website for more information, there are steep hills and elevation.

VERY SHORT .5 mile of universally accessible trail to a lake overlook platform that offers stairs to the beach.

From Cross Village, follow M-119/Lakeshore Drive north along the coast approximately 5 miles until it dead ends at Sturgeon Bay Trail. Turn left and you will soon be at public shoreline.

A beloved fall tradition held each October in downtown Charlevoix, where the streets come alive with a festive farmers market, local food booths, tons of apple-themed treats, and a big arts & crafts show. Think fresh cider, pies, pumpkins, handmade goods, and fun for all ages — a perfect way to enjoy the season and explore a beautiful lakeside town.

A year-round working farm tucked along the Tunnel of Trees with food, drinks, animals, seasonal events like Fall Fest on weekends (hayrides, pumpkin bowling, cider & donuts), and a cozy market.

A famous scenic drive up M-119 through old forests and along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The full route is about 20 miles and takes roughly 40–50 minutes without stops, but most visitors spend 2–3 hours enjoying overlooks, local shops, and cafés along the way — especially beautiful in fall.

A classic local farmers market in downtown Boyne City with fresh produce, baked goods, artisan products, and more. The market runs on Saturdays (and often Wednesdays) mornings — a fun way to experience the Northern community and local flavors.