Fun Activities for Kids
Alcona County
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Group
(231) 732-2647
Otsego County Parks & Recreation (Community Playgroup)
(989) 732-6521
Otsego County Sportsplex
(989) 731-3546
Antrim County
Head Start
(231) 587-0421
Health Dept. of NW Michigan
(231) 533-6255
Way to Grow (Elk Rapids Schools)
9039 Old State Hwy 72, Williamsburg MI 49690
(231) 649-9898 | (231) 264-8289 Ext:4153
For families with children birth to age 5. Play groups at both Lakeland and Mill Creek Elementary provide opportunities for parents to connect with each other, children to socialize and play and information to be shared. Home visits are also available and include fun, interactive ways to learn about your child's development and growth. Please note that if Elk Rapids Public schools are closed Way to Grow activities will also be cancelled. All Way to Grow programs are FREE!
Visit WebsiteWilliam K Good Day Park
Visit WebsitePalmer Park
Visit WebsiteRailroad Park
Visit WebsiteLake Bellaire Public Access - Cottage Dr
(231) 533-8213
Milton Township Park - Cairn/Indian
Visit WebsiteJordan River Fish Hatchery
(231) 584-2461
Ellsworth Park
Visit WebsiteEllsworth River Park
Eastport Torch Lake Access Site
Chestonia Township Ball Diamond
Visit WebsiteConcord Academy
(231) 584-2080
Elk Rapids Memorial Park
Visit WebsiteWetzel Lake Park
Visit WebsiteTorch Bay Nature Preserve
Visit WebsiteBenzie County
5toOne
(231) 922-6437
5toOne is an innovative project of the Great Start Collaborative that brings together families and local partners to ensure that all children reach their highest potential.
Visit WebsiteBenzie/Leelanau Health Department
(231) 882-2115
Story Hour at Benzie Shores Library
630 Main St., Frankfort MI 49635
(231) 352-4671
Story hour with songs, puppets, and crafts. Times vary, check schedule.
Visit WebsitePark at Water’s Edge
12500 Crystal Mountain Dr., Thompsonville MI 49683
(800) 967-7686
Pool with pipe falls, crawl tub, water cannon and slide, and children’s activities. Daily admission and memberships available.
Visit WebsitePlatte River Elementary School
11434 Main St., Honor MI 49640
(231) 325-3063
Platte River State Fish Hatchery
15210 US Hwy. 31, Beulah MI 49617
(231) 325-4611
Visit the hatchery from mid-September to late October to see salmon in the weir harvest facility and egg-take station.
Visit WebsiteLake Ann Pathway
Starting at Lake Ann State Forest Campground Almira & Reynolds Rd., Lake Ann MI 49650
(231) 922-5280
5.8 miles of hiking trail starting at Lake Ann State Forest Campground
Visit WebsiteLost Lake Pathway
US-31 & Wildwood Road, Interlochen MI 49643
(231) 922-5280
Part of Pere Marquette State Forest. 6 mi of flat hiking and biking trails.
Visit WebsiteMichigan Legacy Art Park
12500 Crystal Mtn Dr., Thompsonville MI 49683
35 works of Michigan art line 1.6 miles of trails that loop through a serene densely wooded forest. (Not stroller friendly)
Visit WebsiteEsch Road Beach
Esch Rd., Honor MI 49640
Beach is at the end of Esch Road. Also known as Otter Creek Beach. Unpaved parking.
Visit WebsiteFrankfort Beach
End of Main St. downtown, Frankfort MI 49635
Frankfort/Elberta Elementary School
613 Leelanau St., Frankfort MI 49635
(231) 352-7601
Crystal Lake Elementary School
7048 Severance, Benzonia MI 49616
(231) 882-4641
Elberta’s Waterfront Park
Furnace Ave., Elberta MI 49625
Elberta’s Waterfront Park
Furnace Ave., Elberta MI 49625
Betsie River Pathway
Starts 6 miles W of Thompsonville via M-115, King Road & Longstreet Road, Thompsonville MI 49683
(231) 922-5280
10 miles of hiking and biking trail. Part of Pere Marquette State Forest.
Visit WebsiteBetsie Valley Elementary School
17936 Cadillac Highway, Thompsonville MI 49683
(231) 378-4164
Betsie Valley Trail
(231) 882-9605
22 miles of hiking and biking trail from Frankfort through Elberta and Beulah to Thompsonville. Trail map available at the website or call.
Visit WebsiteBeulah Beach Park
Downtown Beulah on Crystal Lake, Beulah MI 49617
Beulah Beach Park
Downtown Beulah on Crystal Lake, Beulah MI 49617
Almira Historical Society
19440 Maple St., Almira MI 49650
(231) 275-7362
Blacksmith shop, 2 historic homes, boat house, equipped fire barn.
Charlevoix County
Munson Medical Center
(231) 935-9180
Charlevoix County Women's Resource Center
(231) 347-0067
Crawford County
Crawford County Playgroup
(989) 275-9537
Grand Traverse County
5toOne
(231) 922-6437
5toOne is an innovative project of the Great Start Collaborative that brings together families and local partners to ensure that all children reach their highest potential.
Visit WebsiteGreat Lakes Children’s Museum
13240 S West Bay Shore Dr., Traverse City MI 49684
(231) 932-4526
Hosted activities free with museum admission.
Visit WebsiteInterlochen Public Library
9700 Riley Rd., Interlochen MI 49643
(231) 276-6767
Pre-school Story Hour. Call for schedule.
Visit WebsiteKingsley Branch Library
213 Brownson, Kingsley MI 49649
(231) 263-5484
Wigglers Story Time. Call for schedule.
Visit WebsitePeninsula Community Library
(231) 223-7700
Little Amigos Spanish Story Hour. Call for times.
Visit WebsitePlaygroup at Salvation Army
(231) 946-4644
Mothers and preschoolers invited to play and socialize weekly.
Traverse Area District Library - Main Branch
610 Woodmere Ave., Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 932-8500
Visit WebsiteCherub Tales
130 E. Tenth St., Traverse City MI 49684
(231) 946-5961
Faith filled story time and guests are invited to pay and stay for lunch in the Dining Hall.
Visit WebsiteWay to Grow (Elk Rapids Schools)
9039 Old State Hwy 72, Williamsburg MI 49690
(231) 649-9898 | (231) 264-8289 Ext:4153
For families with children birth to age 5. Play groups at both Lakeland and Mill Creek Elementary provide opportunities for parents to connect with each other, children to socialize and play and information to be shared. Home visits are also available and include fun, interactive ways to learn about your child's development and growth. Please note that if Elk Rapids Public schools are closed Way to Grow activities will also be cancelled. All Way to Grow programs are FREE!
Visit WebsiteEast Bay Branch Library
1989 Three Mile Rd., Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 922-2085
Wigglers Story Time and special programs. Call for schedule.
Visit WebsiteFife Lake Public Library
77 Lakecrest Ln., Fife Lake MI 49633
(231) 879-4101
Tot-time. Call for schedule.
Visit WebsiteSayler Park
Yuba Park Rd., Acme MI 49686
Woodland Creek Furniture
4290 N. US N Hwy. 31, Acme MI 49686
Old Mission Lighthouse Park
At the tip of Old Mission Peninsula on M-37, Old Mission MI
(231) 645-0759
Visit WebsitePicnic Area
N side of Keystone Pond, W of the Boardman Dam on Cass Rd.
(231) 941-0960
On the north side of Keystone Pond, just west of the Boardman Dam on Cass Road. There is a boat launch and parking area, and a short trail along the north side of the Pond.
Visit WebsitePine Grove Park
922 Hemlock St., Traverse City MI 49686
Power Island
Accessible only by boat, this beach on West Grand Traverse Bay’s Power Island, off Bower’s Harbor on Old Mission Peninsula, feature picnic facilities, restrooms and hiking trails.
Pyatt Lake Natural Area
(231) 929-7911
Thousands of years ago, Pyatt Lake was part of Grand Traverse Bay. 20 minutes from Traverse City on Old Mission Peninsula. Take Peninsula Dr. north approximately 10 miles. Just past Bowers Harbor Marina, turn left on Neahtawanta Rd. Follow Neahtawanta Rd. 1/2 mile to Pyatt Rd. Turn right on Pyatt Rd. The parking area is 1/4 mile down Pyatt Rd. Bring the bug spray in summer and a sled for tots in winter.
Visit WebsiteKeystone Park
Keystone and Birmley Rds., Traverse City MI
Long Lake Township Park (Haywood Park)
Off Hwy 610 on Long Lake, Traverse City MI
(231) 946-2249
Visit WebsiteMaple Bay Farm and Natural Area
(231) 929-7911
A short trail through hemlock forests will lead you to a day at the beach. During warm weather remember mosquito repellent for the walk. Approximately 5 miles north of Acme along US-31. The entrance to the Conservancy parcel and parking area is located approximately one mile north of Angel Road on the west side of US-31. Drive the dirt road through the farmland, park and enter the foot trail through the gate.
Visit WebsiteMaurice E Haywood Township Park
8870 N Long Lake Rd., Traverse City MI 49685
Mayfield Pond Park
2200 Mill St., Kingsley MI 49646
Meadow Forest Trails
(231) 929-7911
A wonderful expanse of forest and meadow newly enhance with trails on Old Mission Peninsula. Enter on the meadow just past Homestead Ct parking lot. Or enter the forest: from Peninsula Dr turn right on Homestead Ct, left on Homestead Ln, left on Mission Ridge Circle.
Visit WebsiteMedalie Roadside Park
1910 W S Airport Rd., Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 922-4818
A 15 acre park on the south side of Boardman Lake featuring a picnic shelter, restrooms, paved walking path, 3 overlooks/fishing platforms, and a canoe launch.
Visit WebsiteMuncie Lake Pathway
13 mi SE of Traverse City via Garfield Rd., Hammond Rd., High Lake Rd., Supply Rd., and Rennie Lake Rd.
(231) 922-5280
11 miles of hiking and biking trail.
Visit WebsiteGT Children’s Garden
610 Woodmere Ave., Traverse City MI 49686
Hannah Park
At the corner of Union and Sixth Sts., Traverse City MI
Haserot Beach
4064 Swaney Rd., Traverse City MI 49686
Hickory Meadows
2000 Randolph St., Traverse City MI 49684
(231) 941-0960
Paths meander through meadows and upland forests to enjoy skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and dog walking.
Visit WebsiteIndian Woods Park
Indian Woods Dr. at Comanche St., Traverse City MI
Interlochen State Park
9375 Park Entrance, Interlochen MI 49643
Michigan State Park entrance fee required.
Green Lake Township Memorial Park
5435 Karlin Rd., Interlochen MI 49643
F&M Park
221 Cass St., Traverse City MI 49684
Gen’s Park
2263 US 31 North, Traverse City MI 49686
George and Ada Reffitt Nature Preserve
(231) 929-7911
A natural getaway right in the middle of Traverse City! There is a 1.7 mile loop trail and boardwalk around the preserve. From Munson Ave (US 31 N), turn south on Three Mile Rd. Turn right on Parsons Rd. (at the light) and park immediately on the left (next to the TART trail). The Reffitt Nature Preserve trail starts immediately south of the railroad tracks on the left (east) side of Three Mile Rd.
Visit WebsiteGrace MacDonald Park
(Forest Lake Park), Traverse City MI 49696
Darrow Park
Monroe St at W Grandview Parkway, Traverse City MI
East Bay Park
Base of E Grand Traverse Bay, foot of Front St., Traverse City MI
(231) 922-4700
Visit WebsiteCivic Center
1213 W Civic Center Dr., Traverse City MI 49686
Clancy Park
West Orchard Dr at Sheridan Dr., Traverse City MI
Clinch Park
E of Union St on Grandview Parkway, Traverse City MI
(231) 922-4700
Beach with lifeguard and splash pad playground. Changing rooms and bathrooms onsite. Food available for purchase.
Visit WebsiteBayside Park
On E Grand Traverse Bay off US-31 N, S of M-72 junction in Acme, Acme MI 49610
(231) 872-8377
Visit WebsiteBlair Township Park
2121 County Rd. 633, Grawn MI 49637
Baseball fields, walking path, splash pad, playground and pavilion.
Boardman Lake Trail
148 E. Front St., #201, Traverse City MI
(231) 941-4300
2 mile paved wooded trail along the north and east side of Boardman Lake. Access the trail from behind the Traverse Area District Library at 610 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City or from Oryana Food Coop at 610 E 10th St.
Visit WebsiteBoardman River Nature Center
1450 Cass Rd., Traverse City MI 49685
(231) 941-0960
The headquarters of the Natural Education Reserve along the Boardman River. The Nature Center features an exhibit gallery, theater room, craft area for kids, and houses a weekly educational program for preschoolers called “Peepers”, as well as an environmental education program for homeschoolers age 5 to 12. Step outside the nature center to enjoy the 7 miles of trails, boardwalks, bridges, canoe portage sites, boat launch and picnic area.
Visit WebsiteBoon St Tot Lot (Arbutus Court Park)
939 Boon St, Traverse City MI
Bower’s Harbor Township Park
2740 Bowers Harbor Rd., Traverse City MI
Bowers Harbor Beach
15 mi N of Traverse City on Peninsula Dr., Traverse City MI
(231) 872-8377
Visit WebsiteBrown Bridge Quiet Area
3408 Brown Bridge, Traverse City MI 49696
(231) 941-0960
The backwaters of the Brown Bridge Dam (built in 1921) form the Brown Bridge Quiet Area which features designated trails and boardwalks, fishing, no wake boating, and wildlife observation.
Visit WebsiteBrownson Memorial Park
301 South Brownson Ave., Kingsley MI 49646
Bryant Park
1101 Peninsula Dr., Traverse City MI 49686
Acme Township Park
Four miles north of Acme off US-31 N, 12 mi E of Traverse City, Acme MI 49610
(231) 872-8377
Visit WebsiteArchie Park
M-37 Near Gray & Bluff Roads, Traverse City MI
Ashton Park
Entrance at South end of N Madison St., Traverse City MI
Silverlake Recreation Area
East Silver Lake Rd., Traverse City MI
Paved track surrounding a ball field and playground, also a forested trail system surrounding the developed recreation area.
Sunset Park
635 E Front St., Traverse City MI 49686
TART Trails, Inc.
148 E. Front St., #201, Traverse City MI
(231) 941-4300
Paved urban trail could be referred to as “the boardwalk”. It begins at Bates Rd in Acme and ends at M-22/M-72 intersection in west Traverse City. Strollers, bikes, skates, and just plain feet travel this path to enjoy the lakeside.
Visit WebsiteVillage of Kingsley South Property
South end of Clark St., Kingsley MI 49646
West End Beach
Foot of Division St. on Grandview Parkway, Traverse City MI
(231) 922-4700
Visit WebsiteTony Gilroy Township Park
On US-31 in Acme on East Grand Traverse Bay, Acme MI 49610
Traverse Bay Area Public Library Playground
610 Woodmere Ave., Traverse City MI 49686
Traverse City Fish Weir
On Garland Street across the river behind By Candlelight at 336 W Front St, Traverse City MI 49684
Visit the fish weir from mid-September to late October to see salmon and trout in the weir harvest facility.
Traverse City State Park
1132 US-31 N, Traverse City MI 49686
Includes beach access. Michigan State Park entrance fee required. “Universally accessible” playground for people of all abilities, including wheelchairs.
Twin Lakes Park
6800 N Long Lake Rd., Traverse City MI 49685
(231) 922-4818
Enjoy fishing, swimming, canoeing and hiking near the crystal clear spring water of North Twin Lake. NEW universally accessible playground is now a feature of this property.
Visit WebsiteVasa Pathway
Bunker Hill & Bartlett Rds., Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 922-4818
21 miles of loops and paths can be enjoyed in all seasons. Walking, biking, and cross country skiing.
Visit WebsiteVasa Trail
7 mi E of Traverse City via US-31, Bunker Hill Rd. & Bartlett Rd.
(231) 922-5280
17 miles of hiking and biking trail.
Visit WebsiteIosco County
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Group
(231) 732-2647
Otsego County Parks & Recreation (Community Playgroup)
(989) 732-6521
Otsego County Sportsplex
(989) 731-3546
Kalkaska County
Cherry Knoll Children Center, Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District
(231) 922-7811
Heritage Park
Imagination Station / Chalker Park
Laurel St and Chestnut St, Kalkaska MI 49646
KART (Kalkaska Area Recreation & Transportation Trail)
Starts at 1905 Fairground Dr, Kalkaska MI 49646
2 mile long 8 ft wide trail is perfect for easy strolling.
Log Lake Campground
2475 E Log Lake Rd NE, Kalkaska MI 49646
(231) 258-2940
Electricity, toilets, swimming, and camp store.
Rapid City Elementary
5258 River St, Rapid City MI 49676
(231) 331-6121
Rapid River Township Community Park
Just W of US-131 on Phelps Rd, Rapid City MI 49676
Sand Lake Quiet Area Pathway
8 mi W of Kalkaska via Island Lake Rd & Campground Rd, Kalkaska MI 49646
(231) 922-5280
Part of Pere Marquette State Forest. 10 miles of hiking and biking trails
Visit WebsiteSchool Forest
M-72 and Birch Street, Kalkaska MI 49646
Open space and trails. Located just off of M-72 and Birch St in Kalkaska.
Seven Bridges
On Valley Rd between Kalkaska and Rapid City (directions at website), Kalkaska MI 49646
A picturesque short hike with running water and tranquil sitting areas.
Visit WebsiteSkegemog Swamp Pathway
From M-72 turn Rt on CR 597, proceed 3 mi to parking area on W side of road, Rapid City MI 49676
(231) 922-5280 | (231) 258-2711
Extensive wooden boardwalk winds through a cedar swamp, crosses a small creek, and makes its way to Skegemog Lake
Visit WebsiteSpringfield Recreation Area
From Kalkaska take M-66 S 13 mi to Lund Road. Turn W and go 4 miles to Creighton Road. Turn lt into the Springfield Recreation Area.
Trails, farmers market, pavilion, and other fun activities.
Visit WebsiteSpringfield Recreation Area
From Kalkaska take M-66 S 13 mi to Lund Road. Turn W and go 4 miles to Creighton Road. Turn lt into the Springfield Recreation Area.
Visit WebsiteTorch Lake Beach Access Sites
Crystal Beach Road, Kalkaska MI 49646
Seven swimming access sites on Crystal Beach Rd.
Birch Street Elementary School
309 N Birch St, Kalkaska MI 49646
(231) 258-8629
Leelanau County
5toOne
(231) 922-6437
5toOne is an innovative project of the Great Start Collaborative that brings together families and local partners to ensure that all children reach their highest potential.
Visit WebsiteSuttons Bay/Health Dept
(231) 735-1116
Glen Lake Community Library
10115 West Front St., Empire MI
(231) 326-5361
Children's programs.
Visit WebsiteLeelanau Township Library
119 East Nagonaba St., Northport MI 49670
(231) 386-5131
Children's programs.
Visit WebsiteLeland Township Public Library
203 East Cedar St., Leland MI
(231) 256-9152
Children's programs.
Visit WebsiteSuttons Bay-Bingham District Library
416 Front St., Suttons Bay MI 49682
(231) 271-3512
Children's programs/Story Time.
Visit WebsiteMyles Kimmerly Recreation Park
W. Co. Rd. 616, Maple City MI
Patrick Hobbins Hiking Trail, soccer fields, picnic tables, playground, tennis and basketball courts, ball diamonds, driving range, and disc golf course.
North Bar Lake
1030 N. Bar Lake Rd., Empire MI
A small inland lake that drains into Lake MI. Unpaved parking and basic facilities.
North Bar Lake
A favorite swimming spot for tots. Shallow and warm. From Empire go north on LaCore Street. Turn right on Voice Rd and then left on Bar Lake Rd, which is gravel.
Visit WebsiteNorth Park
Intersection of M-204 and M-22, Suttons Bay MI 49682
1500 ft. of shoreline, boat launch, parking, picnic shelter and restrooms.
Old Settlers’ Park
South Dunns Farm Road (CR 675), Maple City MI
Facilities include: chapel/meeting room, gazebo with seating, playground, boat launch (non-motorized), picnic tables, grills. Annual event: Old Settlers Picnic.
Omena Beach
Omena Point Rd., Omena MI
Public access to Omena Bay. Swimming, picnic tables, and playground equipment, unpaved parking lot across Omena Point Rd.
Parks and Recreation in Leelanau County
Website includes information on State, County, Township, and Village Parks. Also, information on Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Leelanau Trail, and Leelanau Conservancy.
Visit WebsitePeterson Park
10001 E. Peterson Park Rd., Northport MI 49670
Public access to approx. 1000 ft. of beach on Lake MI. Excellent spot for finding Petoskey stones. Playground, picnic tables, grills, parking lot.
Lake Michigan Beach Park aka Empire Village Park
Lake Michigan Dr., Empire MI
West of downtown area. Public park with a pavilion that is available on a first come first serve basis. One of the newest working lighthouse on the Great Lakes.
Leelanau State Park
15310 N. Lighthouse Point Rd., Northport MI 49670
(231) 386-5422
8.5 miles of hiking trails.
Visit WebsiteLeland Harbor
107 N. Lake St., Leland MI
Full-service marina, public boat launch, picnic area. Located next to Historic Fishtown - shopping, dining, lodging and beaches are just steps away.
Visit WebsiteLover’s Lane Park
Stoney Point Rd, Suttons Bay MI 49682
Access to Suttons Bay. Ideal for kayak access or just enjoying the sandy beach, water and sun. Limited parking and no amenities.
Hall Beach aka Van's Beach
Cedar Street, Leland MI
Also known as Vans Beach. A perfect sandy beach. The trailhead to the beach is just beyond Van's Garage at the end of Cedar Street.
Hancock Park
Union Street, Leland Township MI
Recreation area includes ice skating, softball and baseball diamonds, soccer fields, tennis courts, skateboard ramp, picnic pavilions, drinking water, parking.
Haserot Park
298 East 3rd Street, Northport MI 49670
Northport's municipal beach-located right downtown.
Houdek Dunes Natural Area
5959 N. Manitou Trail, Leland MI
(231) 256-9665
(Note: Gentle terrain, but steep steps lead to trailhead.) From Leland, drive north along M-22 approximately 5 miles to County Road 626. Proceed another 3/4 mile north along M-22. A sign on the west (left) side of the road marks the entrance to the parking area.
Visit WebsiteJohn G. Suelzer East Leland Memorial Park
CR-641 East, Leland MI
Boat launch, beachfront, parking, dock, picnic area, playground, grills, fire pit. Also called East Leland Park.
Greilickville Harbor Park
13132 S. W. Bay Shore Dr., Elmwood MI
Waterfront park has a beach area, grills, restrooms, and playground equipment.
Grove Park
E. Duck Lake Rd. (204), Lake Leelanau MI
Tennis courts, picnic tables, shelter, playground, parking, water, basketball court.
Empire Bluff
Easy 1.5 mile walk to the scenic overlook toward Sleeping Bear Dunes and Manitou Islands with interesting attractions along the way. The Old Farm has tractors from the 1940’s. The Old Orchard shows where loggers planted over logged areas.
Visit WebsiteFinton Natural Area
13220 E. Woolsey Lake Rd., Northport MI 49670
(231) 256-9665
Smooth, level two-track connecting Northport Rd to Woolsey Rd.
Visit WebsiteFisher Beach
M-22, Leland MI
Glen Arbor Municipal Beach Park
M-22, Glen Arbor MI
Glen Lake Beach Park
6629 S. Dune Hwy., Glen Arbor MI
Kitty-Corner from Dune Climb. Public access to Little Glen Lake.
Good Harbor Beach
A flat trail with a short section of coastal dunes. This area was entirely underwater during the Ice Age.
Visit WebsiteGood Harbor Beach
Magnificent long sandy beach with clear views out to the islands. Park pass required (inside of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park).
Visit WebsiteGraham Green Park
M-22, Suttons Bay MI 49682
Park has a large wooded area for hiking, picnic tables, grills and porta johns.
DeYoung Natural Area
9509 E. Cherry Bend Rd., Traverse City MI
(231) 256-9665
From the intersection of M-72 and M-22 in Traverse City (Tom’s West Bay) go north on M-22 1/2 miles, turn left onto Cherry Bend Rd. Go 2.0 miles down Cherry Bend Rd., and look for the barn on your right. Pull into the parking area by the barn.
Visit WebsiteCherry Bend Community Park
E. Cherry Bend Rd., Elmwood MI
Covered picnic facilities with grills, playground equipment, tennis courts, soccer, volleyball, and baseball field.
Chippewa Run Natural Area
11300 S. Leelanau Hwy., Empire MI
(231) 256-9665
From the intersection of M-72 and M-22 in Empire, head north on M-22 about 7/10 of a mile. The parking area is located on the left, or northwest side of the street just south of the creek.
Visit WebsiteChristmas Cove Park
Island View Dr., Leelanau Township MI
200 feet of beach frontage along the shore of Lake MI. Beach, picnic tables and parking lot.
Bingham Township Park
Park Rd., Bingham MI
Access to Lake Leelanau; picnic tables and grills. Park Rd. off Lake Leelanau Drive (formerly Co. Rd. 641).
Boughey Park
Bingham Rd., Traverse City MI
Access to West Bay, picnic tables, and grills.
Braman Hill Recreation Area
10001 E. Melkild Rd., Northport MI 49670
Year-round recreation area includes tennis courts, basketball court, a skating park and ice rink, sledding hills, hiking trails, a tot lot, shooting range, warming house with bathrooms, and picnic tables.
Centerville Township Park
Hwy. 643 S., Lake Leelanau MI
Township Park located Off Hwy 643 S of the Village of Lake Leelanau.
45th Parallel Park
M-22, Suttons Bay MI 49682
Bartholomew Park aka Nedow’s Bay Beach
Pearl St., Leland MI
Lake Leelanau beach front, docks, grills, fire pit, picnic table and boat launch.
Whaleback Natural Area
1639 N. Manitou Trail, Leland MI
(231) 256-9665
1-mile trail over hilly, wooded terrain. Spectacular views of Lake Michigan.
Visit WebsiteSchneider’s Beach
N. Popp Rd., Lake Leelanau MI
Public beach with swimming and picnic area on North Lake Leelanau.
Solon Township Playground Park
See Website for descriptions of parks located in Solon Township.
Visit WebsiteSutton Park aka South Shore Park
South Shore Dr., Suttons Bay MI 49682
300 ft. of shoreline, swimming, playground equipment, picnic shelter, and bathrooms.
Suttons Bay Marina Park & Beach
Front St., Suttons Bay MI 49682
Public beach, picnic tables, grills volleyball nets, and children's play area.
Suttons Bay Municipal Beach
M-22, Suttons Bay MI 49682
Beach located on Grand Traverse Bay. Swimming, playground equipment, volley ball nets, picnic facilities, restrooms, and parking.
The Dune Climb
Climb the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes! From Empire go north on M-22, take M-109 to The Dune Climb.
Visit WebsiteThe Leelanau Trail
15.5 miles of former railroad corridor connecting Suttons Bay to Traverse City. Paved from M-72 in Traverse City to Lakeview Rd in Elmwood Township and from Revold Rd in Bingham Township to The Depot in Suttons Bay.
Visit WebsiteVic Steimel Park
Stoney Point Rd., Suttons Bay MI 49682
One acre parcel off of Nanagosa Trail on Stoney Point. Rocky beach frontage on Grand Traverse Bay, small boat launch, picnic tables, grills, and porta john.
Manistee County
Great Start Collaborative
(231) 723-6205
Missaukee County
Family Resource Center
(231) 779-0019
Ogemaw County
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Group
(231) 732-2647
Otsego County Parks & Recreation (Community Playgroup)
(989) 732-6521
Otsego County Sportsplex
(989) 731-3546
Osceola County
Great Start Collaborative
(231) 592-9605
Oscoda County
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Group
(231) 732-2647
Otsego County Parks & Recreation (Community Playgroup)
(989) 732-6521
Otsego County Sportsplex
(989) 731-3546
Otsego County
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Group
(231) 732-2647
Otsego County Parks & Recreation (Community Playgroup)
(989) 732-6521
Otsego County Sportsplex
(989) 731-3546
Roscommon County
Crawford County Playgroup
(989) 275-9537
Wexford County
Family Resource Center
(231) 779-0019