The Top 19 Attractions in Leelanau County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Leelanau County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Leelanau County is a region where 19
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 6, 2025
Sleeping Bear Dunes is part of the National Lake Shore Michigan park and was officially created in 1970. Here you will find bluffs that tower 450 feet above Lake Michigan. …
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Glen Arbor is known for its magnificent beach, National Park, Great Dunes, its unspoilt nature and its many resorts.
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The Sleeping Bear Point Trail is an easy 2.8 mile loop leading you through the incredible Sleeping Bear Dunes. This trail is a great alternative to the longer and more …
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The Grand Traverse Lighthouse has been restored and staged to reflect life as a lighthouse keeper during the 1920’s and 1930’s. Built in 1858 at the tip of the Leelanau …
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The North Manitou Trail is a beautiful bike path that offers both many views of Lake Michigan, and the surrounding countryside.
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Leland is better known by its nickname FishTown. This charming fishing village with wooden houses is one of the most popular places in Northern Michigan.
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One of the best viewpoints of the Sleeping Bear Dunes Lakeshore as well as the highest point of the dunes, Empire Bluffs offers incredible views over the Sleeping Bear Dunes …
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You can't go far wrong with a ride along the seafront at Suttons Bay. Taking in the beautiful blue waters of Grand Traverse Bay, it will be sure to lift …
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The Kettle Bog is an ancient land formation that was once the site of a glacier. The hole from the glacier left behind is now what remains today as a …
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These are spectacular landscapes bordering Lake Michigan – huge dunes roll into the beach. Lush forests, inland lakes and unique flora and fauna make this a special place to explore. …
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