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Manistee County Self-Guided Tour Series

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Self-Guided Tours in Manistee County & The Region

The Manistee County Visitors Center has compiled years worth of data on how travelers explore and enjoy Manistee County. Out of numerous discussions and survey’s the Manistee County Self-Guided Tour series was formed.  The tour series consists of hundreds of historic sites, attractions, natural wonders and much much more.  Browse our latest tours below.

Quilt Trail Self-Guided Tour

Quilt Trail Self-Guided Tour

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Lake Michigan Coastal Tour – M22 Scenic Drive

Lake Michigan Coastal Tour – M22 Scenic Drive

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Inland Fall Color Self-Guided Tour

Inland Fall Color Self-Guided Tour

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Coastal Fall Color Self-Guided Tour

Coastal Fall Color Self-Guided Tour

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Winter Sports Self-Guided Tour

Winter Sports Self-Guided Tour

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Natural Wonders Self-Guided Tour

Natural Wonders Self-Guided Tour

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U-Pick & Markets Self Guided Tour

U-Pick & Markets Self Guided Tour

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Bridges & Dams Self-Guided Tour

Bridges & Dams Self-Guided Tour

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Museums of Manistee County

Museums of Manistee County

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Churches Historic Tour

Churches Historic Tour

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West Homes Historic Tour

West Homes Historic Tour

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Destination Sites Historic Tour

Destination Sites Historic Tour

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East Homes Historic Tour

East Homes Historic Tour

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Downtown / Commercial District Historic Tour

Downtown / Commercial District Historic Tour

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Riverwalk

Riverwalk

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Industrial

Industrial

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    Guided Tours

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    Vogue Theater

    by | February 2, 2016 | Entertainment & Culture, First Time Visitors, Historic Tours, Local History, Self Guided Tours | 0 Comments

    Built in 1938, in the then popular Art Deco Style, the Vogue was part of a large Midwestern chain owned by the Butterfield Theaters. The 935 seat theater continued to operate as a single screen until Butterfield Theaters sold it in 1985 and it was changed...
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    Top 6 Fall Color Trails 2021

    by | September 3, 2021 | Adventure Sports, Fall, Featured, First Time Visitors, Seasons, Trails | 0 Comments

    If getting out into the fresh air and wide open spaces sounds appealing to you, you are not alone. With all that is going on in the world right now, it is a perfect opportunity to get out, stretch you legs, and enjoy some scenic fall color from our trails.  Here we...
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    Outdoor Adventure in Manistee’s North Woods

    by | March 22, 2017 | Adventure Sports, Fall, Featured, Local Parks, Outdoors, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Trails, Winter | 0 Comments

    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...
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    Big M’s Outer Loop

    by | February 24, 2021 | Adventure Sports, Featured, First Time Visitors, Outdoors, Trails, What To Do, Winter, Winter Trails & Slopes | 0 Comments

    Where we gonna ride today, Dyl? Today we are riding the Outer Loop at Big M! The outer loop is about 15 miles and depending on the conditions of the day, can take anywhere from just under 2 hours, to up to three and a half or more if conditions are like below! The...
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    The city of Manistee turns 150

    by | January 29, 2019 | Events, Local History | 3 Comments

    During the first week in March of 1869, Manistee was granted a charter by the State Legislature officially making Manistee a city.  After the first charter election was held on March 15 of that year, a mayor was elected as were alderman for the city’s...
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    XC Skiing Adventure on the Big M

    by | November 22, 2022 | Outdoors, Seasons, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign, Winter Trails & Slopes | 0 Comments

    Bike. Ski. Trek. With a rich history dating back to the 1950s, the Big M Recreation Area offers almost 40 miles of trails winding through the Manistee National Forest featuring terrain carved through the hardwoods to challenge all skill levels.  This popular groomed...
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    The Salt Industry in Manistee

    by | February 1, 2016 | Local History | 5 Comments

    When examining a grain of salt or a grain of sand, it is difficult using the naked eye to gauge which one is actually bigger than the other. In terms of Manistee's industrial past, both mineral and sediment have played reasonably equal roles throughout the...
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    Victorian Sleighbell Parade & Old Christmas Weekend – The Afterglow

    by | September 8, 2018 | Events, Featured, Local History, Uncategorized, Winter | 0 Comments

    Written & photography by: Andrew Allen Although its been a little over a week since the Sleighbell Parade, Manistee still glows with the warmth of the holiday season. You’d think being a northern costal town our biggest event would be in the summer, but every year...
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    Historic Downtown Manistee

    by | January 23, 2023 | Entertainment & Culture, First Time Visitors, Historic Tours, Local History, Shopping & Services, Stay, What To Do | 0 Comments

    Manistee County welcomes you to explore the streets of Historic Downtown Manistee, the Victorian Era buildings are filled with shops featuring local wares and restaurant serving regional favorites. Situated along the free-flowing waters of the Big Manistee River,...
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    Looking into the history of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians

    by | February 17, 2016 | Conversations, Local History | 0 Comments

    Not far outside the Victorian port city, you’ll find one of Michigan’s favorite gaming destinations, Little River Casino Resort. Located at the intersection of US 31 and scenic M-22, Little River offers over 1,500 slots, BINGO, and a variety of table games...
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