Chill Out in Pentwater

Chill Out in Pentwater

Dawdle along Pentwater's dreamy beach-town blocks and commune with the wild in a homegrown nature center. Full article...Benzie & West Shore )

10 Reasons To Love Benzie & the  West Shore

10 Reasons To Love Benzie & the West Shore

10 reasons to visit Benzie County and the West Shore of Michigan including attractions, events and sightseeing opportunities. Full article...Attractions Benzie & West Shore )

Benzonia's Art Vibe

Benzonia's Art Vibe

An art tour through Benzonia including Gwen Frostic's Presscraft Papers, finishing with Mexcian meal. Full article...Benzie & West Shore Arts Features Features Destination Northern Michigan )

A Day In Pentwater

A Day In Pentwater

A day in Pentwater includes biking the neighbordhoods, shopping for antiques and eating treats of all kinds. Full article...Benzie & West Shore Pentwater Destination Northern Michigan )

Explore Lake Bluff

Explore Lake Bluff

A visit to the Lake Bluff Audubon Center just north of Manistee, offers beach combing, hiking, wildlife viewing and picnic spots. Full article...Benzie & West Shore Vacation Features Outdoors Features Destination Northern Michigan )

Lazy Day In Frankfort

Lazy Day In Frankfort

A Frankfort day includes shopping, biking, beaches and a sunset at Point Betsie Lighthouse. Full article...Beaches Benzie & West Shore Vacation Features )

Ludington State Park

Ludington State Park

A visit to Ludington State Park includes a tour of Big Sable Point Lighthouse, hiking, biking and nature of every sort. Full article...Attractions Benzie & West Shore Outdoors Features )

Otter Creek Hike

Otter Creek Hike

Details of a gorgeous hike on the Otter Creek loop in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, including a spot to eat at the end of the afternoon. Full article...Hike Benzie & West Shore Vacation Features Destination Northern Michigan )

Sail Pentwater's Bay

Sail Pentwater's Bay

Board the Irish Wake and sail from Pentwater's Snug Harbor Marina along the shore of Lake Michigan. Full article...Benzie & West Shore Pentwater Outdoors Features )

Shop Manistee

Shop Manistee

Shop the streets of Manistee. Full article...Benzie & West Shore Vacation Features Benzie & West Shore )

Simple Fun in Beulah

Simple Fun in Beulah

Simple fun, family fun, reminiscent of the 1950s can be found throughout Beulah, including classic mini-golf, bowling and a thriving drive-in movie spot. Full article...Benzie & West Shore Vacation Features Benzie & West Shore )

Explore Point Betsie

Explore Point Betsie

A day trip to Point Betsie Lighthouse promises magnificent beaches, walkable history, great shopping and dining. Full article...Benzie & West Shore Vacation Features Benzie & West Shore )

Discover Michigan Legacy Art Park

Discover Michigan Legacy Art Park

The 30-acre Michigan Legacy Art Park offers visitors the chance to wander trails that blend art into nature resulting in a stunning stroll through sheer beauty. Full article...Attractions Hike Benzie & West Shore Arts Features )

Bask on First Street Beach

Bask on First Street Beach

Wander the Manistee Riverwalk to the First Street Beach on the shores of Lake Michigan. Open the picnic you bought in town, play volleyball, read or bask in the sun. Full article...Beaches Benzie & West Shore Vacation Features )

Pedal the Big M Trail

Pedal the Big M Trail

50 miles of trails--26 miles of which is mountain-bike-dedicated single track--make the Big M trail in Manistee County a mountain biker's dream. Find rentals and read about degree of difficulty. Full article...Bike Benzie & West Shore Vacation Features )

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