Are you staying a full week? (Continuation of the "Now What" post)

 Are you staying a full week?  We are so glad you are.  Days in Leelanau County are long ones with so much to see and do.  They almost always end with a sunset.  If you are staying a full week, start by reading my last post of “Now What” to see recommendations for your first 3 days in Leelanau County.  After you have read that, come back to read recommendations for the remainder of your week!!


Day 4:


Today is a great day to explore Suttons Bay!  It is only about 5 minutes up the road!  


  •  On your way to Suttons Bay, pick up your morning coffee at Pedaling Beans in Lake Leelanau.  You probably fell in love with 9 Bean Rows.  It’s so easy to do! If you want to try something new or love what you had last time, stop in for breakfast.  

  • Continue on to Suttons Bay, spend some time walking around this adorable little town.  

  • Rent a bike from Suttons Bay Bikes.  Depart from this quaint town onto back roads or the Leelanau Trail, a paved bike path that winds through endless orchards and vineyards, along the West Grand Traverse Bay. Grab a bike and roll to nearby boutique wineries within minutes.

https://www.suttonsbaybikes.com/bike-rentals.html

  • After your biking adventure stop by the Suttons Bay Beach.  Stay awhile. You are on vacation, there is no rush.  

  • It’s time to eat.  As a family we have enjoyed the Roman Wheel. The variety of pizza, subs, and chicken seems to appease just about everyone.  

https://romanwheelpizza.com/


We have heard great things about Marthas Leelanau Table:

https://marthasleelanautable.com/


And if you like breweries Hop Lot is a great place:

https://hoplotbrewing.com/


Day 5:


Take the scenic drive to Northport.  Enjoy the views and the drive through Leland.  


  • Stop at the New Bohemian Cafe in Northport for coffee.

https://www.newbohemiancafe.com/

  • Drive through Northport and continue on to Leelanau State Park.  Enjoy the drive to the tip of the peninsula and all of the views on the way.  

  • At Leelanau State Park, visit the lighthouse.

https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=467&type=SPRK

  • After you tour the lighthouse and walk the grounds, drive back to Northport.  Go to the marina and see the sailboats. Stop by the beach area and relax for a while!

  • Head on over to the Mitten Brewing CO.  You will love sitting out on their patio.  Have a drink and a wood fired pizza.

https://www.mittenbrewing.com/northport

  • Christmas Cove is one of the most beautiful beaches in Leelanau County. Take a drive out to see it, stay, enjoy a sunset. 

12637 N Island View Dr, Northport, MI 49670 | Zillow

  • What a day!  Head on back to a Slice of Leelanau! If you want ice cream on your way out of town stop at The Tribune Ice Cream and Eatery in Northport.


Day 6:

  • Start your day off with breakfast at FiddleHeads in Lake Leelanau.

https://www.fiddleheadssandwich.com/

  • No Michigan vacation is complete without cherry picking.  Head to Gallaghers Farm and U Pick.  If it is the weekend do not leave without their famous pizza bread.  

https://www.gallaghersfarmmarkettc.com/

  • From Gallaghers head into Traverse City.  Spend the rest of the day exploring Traverse City.  If you love lighthouses, head to the Mission Point Lighthouse.

https://www.missionpointlighthouse.com/

  • If you have children, consider exploring the Great Lakes Childrens Museum.

https://www.greatlakeskids.org/

  • Also known as one of the most beautiful places in America, consider visiting the fairy trails.  

https://www.lifeandwhim.com/fairy-trails

  • Consider visiting a farmers market at the Village at Grand Traverse Commons.

https://www.thevillagetc.com/explore/events/?datepickerFrom=Monday%2C%2006%2F13%2F2022&datepickerTo&all=on&ongoing=on&events=on&deals=on

  • Traverse City has many great breweries.  Here is an article that lists some of the local breweries:

https://www.traversecity.com/food-and-drink/microbreweries/


Day 7:


You have had a fun and memorable trip “Up North”.  On your last day, I would recommend you going back to see or do what you wanted to but maybe passed by or didn’t have a chance to do.  Maybe there was something that was your favorite, go back to it.  Maybe it was a certain beach, or town, local food, or ice cream shop.   We sincerely hope you loved your stay.  There are SO many more recommendations that could be made.  Don’t feel you have to cram everything in, instead come back again and come often.  We hope to host you again next summer or have you come back in a different season to explore the seasons in Leelanau County.  

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