Adventure Sports in Manistee County

Escape from your hectic schedule, and let our 25 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline soothe and calm you. Wiggle your toes in the warm golden sand, close your eyes, breathe deeply and listen to the waves. Our Lake Michigan beaches are considered some of the best in Michigan, and after you visit you will know why.

Miles of Snowmobile Trails

Dragway

ATV/ORV Terrain Park

EXPLORE ADVENTURE IN MANISTEE COUNTY

Enjoy our trails and drag ways!

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Adventure Sport Rental Options in the Area

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Follow the travelers that love Manistee County, enjoy these stories about our incredible outdoor recreation, things-to-do, dining, shopping and unique experiences you will ONLY find here.

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In and Around Manistee

by | June 17, 2025 | First Time Visitors, Must See Manistee, Summer, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

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!Start Your Day with The Painted...
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Fat Biking the Swedish Fiddle Loop

by | 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...
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3 Harbors of Manistee County

by | January 27, 2016 | Fishing & Hunting, Summer | 4 Comments

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...
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Fishing the Lakes & Rivers of Manistee

by | April 18, 2025 | Fishing & Hunting, Outdoors, Rivers & Paddling, Uncategorized, What To Do | 0 Comments

Fresh Water Fishing at Its Best! Whether you prefer casting on a serene river or prefer a big lake charter, every season of the year brings big fishing adventure in #MyManistee.On the Lakes  Lake Michigan Imagine yourself sitting at the bow of a boat, wind in...
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Explore the Bridges & Dams of Manistee County

by | 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...
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A Passenger Ship Through the Past – Touring the S.S. City of Milwaukee

by | August 1, 2018 | Fall, Historic Tours, Local History, Spring, Summer, Tours, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

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...
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Snowshoeing the Trails of Manistee

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

The same trails that beckon summertime travelers, offer a different deep woods experience when the snow falls.  Whether you are up for a big adventure or just want to give it a try, Manistee County is the perfect destination to enjoy a peaceful trek by snowshoe...
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Dark Skies and Northern Lights

by | December 15, 2020 | Outdoors, Uncategorized, Winter, Winter 24-25 blog | 0 Comments

 Manistee National Forest/Big M: Just off M 55 between Wellston and Manistee the Big M Recreation Area offers you a beautiful opportunity to experience the clear skies like never before. Big M is a great spot since it is close to the communities, but in the heart of...
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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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Red, White & Blue Water

by | April 10, 2016 | Events, Fishing & Hunting, Spring | 2 Comments

The piers at the mouth of the Manistee River are most often used for watching spectacular sunsets over Lake Michigan.  But on one weekend in May in Manistee, at dawn and again at noon, there are spectacular sights of a different variety to be witnessed. In...
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