Experience the Lake Effect

in Manistee County

Natural beauty. It’s northern Michigan’s claim to fame, and it flourishes in Manistee County. There are no big cities or suburban sprawl in our section of the Pure Michigan Mitten. Enjoy our 25 miles of sandy Lake Michigan shoreline, three Lake Michigan harbors, inland lakes, 270 miles of prime paddling rivers and four-season fisheries. Visit our charming, historic towns and marvel at our fertile farms and lush orchards, and our thousands of acres of Manistee National Forest.

Miles of Sandy Beach

Championship Golf Courses

Miles of Hiking and Biking Trails

Number of Lake Michigan Harbors

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Self-Guided Tour Series

Find yourself in Manistee County exploring one of our 15 self-guided tours. These tours are ideal for the first time visitor to the region looking to enjoy history, brew and spirits, fall color, natural wonders and much more. Browse our extensive line-up of self-guided tours that continue to grow each year.

World Class Lake Michigan Beaches

Enjoy the 26 miles of sugar sand beaches along the shores of Lake Michigan. Find privacy and seclusion, or find yourself in the middle of all the action with tons of amenities and things to do while you are enjoying a day in the sand. Browse all of our top Lake Michigan Beaches below.

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Portage Point Beach

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Portage Point Beach

Magoon Creek & Sundling Park

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Magoon Creek & Sundling Park

Home to World-Class Outdoor Recreation

Ranked one of the top 100 best outdoor recreation areas in the nation by Outdoor Life. Our terrain is equipped with 49 lakes and 276 miles of rivers for the outdoor fanatic. We have over 150+ miles of groomed and marked snowmobile trails and over 40 miles of groomed XC skiing and snowshoeing trails.

Hike & Bike our Trails

Paddle our Waterways

Boat in our Harbors

Experience our Shores

Championship Golfing

The bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan and the mature hardwoods of the Manistee National Forest make the perfect setting for championship golfing in Northern Michigan. You'll find both in Manistee County, and that's why it is one of Michigan’s premier golf destinations. With two courses right along the bluffs of Lake Michigan, you will find golfing in Manistee County is the perfect way to experience the lake effect in Manistee County!

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Manistee National Golf & Resort

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4797 Grant Highway, Manistee, MI, United States

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Phone: 231-398-0123

Website: Visit Manistee National Golf & Resort

Manistee Golf & Country Club

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500 Cherry Road, Manistee, MI, United States

Categories: Golfing

Phone: 231-723-2509

Website: Visit Manistee Golf and Country Club

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Explore the Bridges & Dams of Manistee County

by Manistee VB | January 23, 2023 | First Time Visitors, Must See Manistee, Outdoors, Self Guided Tours, Tours | 0 Comments

Follow our Bridges & Dams Self-Guided Tour as it leads you to 10 spectacular structures. Manistee is home to 3 vehicular, 3 railroad, and 1 massive pedestrian bridge along with 2 hydroelectric dams, 1 egg take/salmon harvest weir, and 1 historic bridge site. This...

Top 5 Ways to Winter

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | First Time Visitors, Outdoors, Seasons, Uncategorized, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign | 0 Comments

Northern Michigan winter adventure abounds in Manistee County, featuring more than 245 miles of trails, 80 deep water inland lakes, and 4 river streams. Whether you are trying your hand at a new winter sport or are a seasoned winter warrior, you will find plenty of...

Fat Biking the Swedish Fiddle Loop

by Sherri | February 8, 2021 | Outdoors, Trails, Winter, Winter Trails & Slopes | 0 Comments

Where we gonna ride today, Dyl? Big M is nestled between Wellston and Manistee in the mighty Huron-Manistee National Forest. A trail head for cross county skiing, snowshoeing, and of course, FATBIKING! Today we are riding the Swedish Fiddle Loop! AKA The Beginner’s...

Winter Trail Warriors

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | Adventure Sports, Snowmobiling, Trails, Winter | 0 Comments

Picture this…a dusting of freshly fallen snow covers the expertly groomed trails before you, the temperatures have dropped just low enough to keep the fresh snowpack on the trails in peak condition, you have nothing but time and over 250 miles of snowmobile trails...

Discover the Origins Walk

by Manistee VB | January 23, 2023 | Entertainment & Culture, First Time Visitors, Historic Tours, Local History, Must See Manistee, Tours | 0 Comments

In October of 2022, the Manistee County Visitor’s Bureau unveiled an interpretive signage installation that had been in the works for a number of years. This collaborative project brought together organizations and agencies throughout the region to deliver a new way...

Milestones to plan your trip around

by Brandon Jensen | January 29, 2019 | Events, First Time Visitors, Seasons, Summer | 0 Comments

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...

The Sand Industry in Manistee

by Mark Fedder | February 1, 2016 | Historic Tours, Local History | 2 Comments

While salt was more or less discovered in Manistee, sand, on the other hand, was an abundant problem that residents of the city have had to, more or less, endure. In the past, the area's sand dunes gave the city a unique reputation for being pretty to look...

Little River. Big Fun.

by Manistee VB | January 27, 2016 | Entertainment & Culture | 0 Comments

The Pure Michigan campaign is well exemplified in Manistee County which is full of beautiful sites and scenery. Off the beaten path and on the shores of Lake Michigan, it is a recreational paradise that more people discover each year. When they arrive,...

Let’s go for a ride!

by Brandon Jensen | January 29, 2019 | Trails, What To Do | 0 Comments

Grab your bike and let’s go riding... Sometimes, the best areas to ride, are not the formal trail systems in the region. Summer beach rides are a blissful way to go for a ride. Generally winds are lower in the summer so it is easy to cruise along the water...

Get out and snowshoe in Manistee County

by Brandon Jensen | November 1, 2016 | Winter, Winter Trails & Slopes | 0 Comments

The snowshoeing opportunities in this area rock. Recently my wife, myself and our 9 year old Weimaraner named Jade took a trip on the Manistee River Trail and had a blast. We dropped into the trail at Red Bridge (US Forest Service Trailhead with primitive...

Plan Your Trip to Manistee County Now!

You are sure to find that perfect place to stay while you are in Manistee County! From quaint bed and breakfasts to beautiful golf resorts, Manistee, Michigan is home to a diverse range of lodging choices that can meet any budget need! At each of our lodging facilities, you will be met with friendly staff that are excited to have you staying with them in Manistee County!

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