by Manistee VB | May 28, 2026 | First Time Visitors, Must See Manistee, Outdoors, Summer, Uncategorized, What To Do
#MyManistee Top 12 Essential Sites Tour Whether it’s your first trip to Manistee County or you already know every winding backroad and perfect beach spot, these iconic destinations belong on your must-see list. From spectacular dune vistas and scenic river bends to... by Manistee VB | Nov 16, 2025 | Adventure Sports, First Time Visitors, Outdoors, Rivers & Paddling, Summer, Uncategorized, What To Do
Welcome to Wide Open Waterways Discover Rivers and Lakes in #MyManistee! Paddling Adventure Abounds From casual floats to overnight adventures, the rivers and lakes of Manistee County offer year-round access for exploring waterways of our region. Big Manistee With... by Manistee VB | Jun 17, 2025 | First Time Visitors, Must See Manistee, Outdoors, Summer, Uncategorized
Find Yourself in Farms and Forests Welcome to the Farms & Forests region, home to diverse natural resources where you can visit and orchard, explore historic sites, and get out on the water all in the same day. Let us show you how! Paddle the River Start your... by Manistee VB | Jun 17, 2025 | First Time Visitors, Outdoors, Summer, Uncategorized
Discover River Country Home to 3 major rivers, it isn’t hard to figure out how this region earned its name. Our southern-most region is the ideal destination for those seeking a place to launch their watercraft, anglers looking for a place to cast a line, and hikers... by Manistee VB | Jun 17, 2025 | First Time Visitors, Must See Manistee, Summer, Uncategorized
Explore In and Around Manistee There is so much more to explore as you discover the areas in and around Manistee. We have created an itinerary of close-to-town and downtown destinations that include iconic spots and unforgettable views that are truly Pure Manistee!... by Manistee VB | Jun 17, 2025 | Self Guided Tours, Summer, Uncategorized
Spend a day in the North Coast Region Follow the M22 Pure Michigan Scenic By-way to the North Coast Region. Home to scenic vistas, farm markets, sandy beaches, world-class golf, and plenty of trails to wander, this region is the perfect destination for those seeking... by Manistee VB | Apr 15, 2025 | Beaches, Entertainment & Culture, Shopping & Services, Summer, Uncategorized, What To Do
Can't Miss Family Stops Discover Family Time in #MyManistee! Something Fun for All Let’s get our hands dirty, breathe in some fresh air out on the trails or take flight. Kids of all ages will find something to spark their curiosity and get inspired in #MyManistee.... by Manistee VB | Apr 15, 2025 | Beaches, First Time Visitors, Summer, Uncategorized, What To Do
The Best of Our Beaches Find Your Spot in the Sand in #MyManistee! From busy beaches loaded with things to do, to more low-key spots for relaxing in the sand, we’ve got just the spot for you! First Street Beach BEST BEACH IN MICHIGAN TWO YEARS RUNNING! Listed first... by Manistee VB | Apr 15, 2025 | Golf Resorts, Golfing, Outdoors, Summer, Uncategorized, What To Do
Experience World-Class Golf Discover Golf Top Spots in #MyManistee! From the spectacular lakeshore vistas of the nationally ranked Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club, to the incredible diversity offered on the 3 courses at Manistee National, come experience the courses that... 
by Manistee VB | Jul 9, 2024 | Adventure Sports, Outdoors, Summer, Trails, Uncategorized, What To Do
150+ miles of trails span our county, welcoming you to come explore! Whether hiking or biking, you will find a trail that is just your speed. We have everything from short looped trails for the casual hiker to challenging single-track trails for the avid mountain... by Manistee Tourism | Jun 28, 2024 | Entertainment & Culture, Summer, Uncategorized, What To Do
Live music and events are not hard to find in Manistee County! Between free concerts throughout the week, community heritage days, and signature events, #MyManistee has a little something for everyone. LIVE MUSIC IN #MYMANISTEE Onekama Concerts in the Park –... 
by Brandon Jensen | Jan 29, 2019 | Adventure Sports, Outdoors, Summer, What To Do
East river floatsOur two Manistee Rivers – Ideal for big groups, kids and people who don’t have a ton of paddling experience that are looking for a true Northern Michigan adventure.The Big Manistee River is wide, and smooth flowing with no rapids or tight... 
by Brandon Jensen | Jan 29, 2019 | Events, First Time Visitors, Seasons, Summer
One of the most commonly asked questions in any community can often be, “What is there to do around here?” While the answer to that question may vary depending on who you ask, in Manistee County, it’s not too hard to answer as there are several events that you can... 
by Manistee Tourism | Aug 1, 2018 | Fall, Historic Tours, Local History, Spring, Summer, Tours, Uncategorized
Written by: Andrew Allen Growing up in Manistee County somehow the S.S. City of Milwaukee always seemed to hide right in plain sight. I’d drive past the massive (347 foot passenger/railroad car) ferry without really giving it much thought. Finally, sometime in high... 
by Maralee Cook | Mar 22, 2017 | Boating & Harbors, Fishing & Hunting, Outdoors, Seasons, Spring, Summer
There’s fresh water, water, everywhere and even some to drink in Manistee County’s North Coast Region (with a wink and apologies to Samuel Coleridge’s “Rime of the Ancient Mariner”). We invite you to immerse yourself in the laid-back lake life in our enchanting towns... 
by Maralee Cook | Mar 22, 2017 | Adventure Sports, Fall, Featured, Local Parks, Outdoors, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Trails, Winter
If you’re an adventurous explorer, you’ve come to the right place. Our North Woods are in the heart of four-season natural beauty with thrill-a-minute activities. A passionate group of entrepreneurs have developed their own visions to share, creating opportunities for... 
by Manistee VB | Mar 22, 2017 | Fall, Featured, Outdoors, Spring, Summer, Winter
It’s a place you never thought of and the wedding you’ve always dreamed of. It’s the shoreline wedding with soft, sandy beaches and a deep blue water horizon that stretches as far as you can see, or the woodland wedding with rolling hills of green and an open field... 
by Manistee VB | Sep 10, 2016 | Conversations, Fall, Featured, Local History, Summer
Farming in Manistee County is not just a job for the families who live and work here- it is part of their history and culture. Each individual farming family is unique in its own way, celebrating the traditions of ancestors through each crop they harvest and every cup... 
by Maralee Cook | May 30, 2016 | Adventure Sports, Conversations, Rivers & Paddling, Summer
Is it the opportunity to catch ‘the big one’, or the wild beauty of the area that keeps anglers returning to Manistee County’s rivers to fish? According to a few of the county’s river fishing guides, it turns out to be a combination of the two.... 
by Maralee Cook | May 25, 2016 | Golf Resorts, Golfing, Summer
Picture this. You’re relaxing with friends on the patio at Arcadia Bluffs Lodge, enjoying the warm sunlight softened by the pastel hues that signal the sunset to come. As you gaze westward toward Lake Michigan, you spot the Scottish bagpiper in full regalia, and... 
by Manistee VB | May 17, 2016 | Seasons, Summer
Great music, great people, open air and it’s all free. There are several summer-long concert series that feature a variety of musical genres in Manistee County on different days. Kick back and enjoy! FREE Summer Concerts Concerts in the Park, Onekama Village... 
by Maralee Cook | Apr 13, 2016 | Beaches, Conversations, Summer
Lake Michigan at the Portage Lake outlet, Onekama, MI : Photo Credit: Al Taylor Boaters who travel the Great Lake Michigan to visit Manistee County know to keep their charts and GPS handy. There are no skyscrapers or tall bridges to eyeball on this section of the... 
by Maralee Cook | Apr 10, 2016 | Adventure Sports, Conversations, Summer
Drag racing, off-roading, shooting and archery ranges, bicycle cruises, mountain and fat biking, hunting, snowmobiling, skiing and snowboarding: The opportunities for testing the abilities and endurance of humans and machines year-round are endless in Manistee... 
by Brandon Jensen | Feb 18, 2016 | Fall, Outdoors, Spring, Summer, Trails, Winter, Winter Trails & Slopes
Nestled in the Manistee National Forest you will find hundreds of miles of marked trails for those who love to hike, bike, or in the winter, cross country ski and snowshoe. Which trail should you choose for your weekend adventure? We suggest the North Country Trail... 
by Maralee Cook | Jan 27, 2016 | Fishing & Hunting, Summer
In fair weather in spring, summer and fall, water lovers on kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and PWCs share the Lake Michigan shoreline, harbors and rivers with power boats and sailboats. When the weather gets rough, surfers and kiteboarders navigate swirling seas and... 
by Manistee VB | Jan 20, 2016 | Beaches, Outdoors, Spring, Summer
Traveling with your four legged companions is becoming more and more of a norm in the travel world, so rest assured that we have places that welcome your pets. A top beach in the Manistee Area would be the North Beach Access. Perfect, out of the way, and typically... 
by Manistee VB | Jan 14, 2016 | Fall, Featured, Spring, Summer
As you are driving north through Manistee County on the beautiful Scenic Highway M-22, you will find yourself “on top of the county” when you reach the Arcadia Overlook (known by some as “Inspiration Point”). When you travel through the quaint...
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