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Charles A. Ransom Nature Preserve
The Charles A. Ransom Nature Preserve spans 80 acres (32 ha) and provides visitors with a view of western Charlevoix County from an elevation of 320 ft (97 m).
Address: . Charleviox MI USA 49720
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The Raven Ridge Preserve is situated adjacently to the Raven Hills Discovery Center, and features 140 acres (56 ha) of open fields and wooded ridges.
Address: . Charleviox MI USA 49720
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This national park features great forests, beaches, dune formations and ancient glacial phenomena. The park is large in size, totaling over 71,000 acres. Included in the park is 35 miles of Lake Michigan's coastline. Activities include hiking, biking, hunting, snowshoeing and more.
Address: 9922 Front Street Empire MI USA 49630-9797
 Send an Email (9)  1 231 326-5134
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The Sand Lakes Quiet Area features over 10 mi (16 km) of biking, hiking and cross-country skiing trails.
Address: Island Lake Road and Campground Road Kalkaska MI USA 49646
1 231 922-5280
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Antrim County Barnes Park
Located in the lower portion of northwest Michigan, Antrim County Barnes Park features campsites, picnic areas, sandy beaches and a children's play area.
Address: Barnes Park Road Eastport MI USA 49627
Send an Email 1 231 599-2712
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Spanning 2,678 acres (1,120 ha) and containing 5 mi (8 km) of Lake Michigan shoreline, Fisherman's Island State Park is not actually an island. The park features campgrounds, picnic areas, hiking trails and more.
Address: Bells Bay Road Charlevoix MI USA 49720
1 231 547-6641
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Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve
The Grand Traverse Natural Educational Reserve is located along Boardman River, 2 mi (3 km) south of Traverse City.
Address: . Traverse City MI USA
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Whiting Park
Located on Lake Charlevoix, Whiting Park encompasses 160 acres and also features a capmground.
Address: 05820 Lakeshore Road Boyne City MI USA 49712
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Alden Depot Park and Museum
Built in 1908, the Alden Depot Park and Museum is a restored train depot. Housing photographs and memorabilia, the Museum is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend.
Address: 10670 Coy Alden MI USA 49612
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Sunset Park
Located along the shores of Lake Charlevoix this park offers picnicking possibilities and walking paths along the water.
Address: 8 S. Lake Street Boyne City MI USA
1 231 582-6597
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Veteran's Memorial Park
Tennis courts, beach volleyball, a basketball court, picnic tables and barbeque grills are all offered at Memorial Park. Elk River drains into Little Traverse Bay here with lots of beach area.
Address: River Street Elk Rapids MI USA 49629
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Situated on 45 acres (18 ha) of land, the Traverse City State Park is about 3.5 mi (5.6 km) to the east of Traverse City. The park features a variety of outdoor recreational activities for travelers to enjoy including biking, swimming, picnicking and boating.
Address: 1132 North US 31 Traverse City MI USA 49686
1 231 992-5270
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Old City Park
Small and large events are hosted at this city park including weddings and concerts. The park is located on the Boyne River and encompasses mature trees and a gazebo.
Address: 95 N. East Street Boyne City MI USA
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Over 35 works of art line trails that run through the forest in Thompsonville, Michigan, with the Michigan Legacy Art Park. The art connotes Michigan heritage and reflect many themes including forestry, literary works, mining and more. The park is open year round during the day and covers over a mile of trails.
Address: 12500 Crystal Mountain Dr Thompsonville MI USA 49643
1 231 378-4963
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Located in Northern Michigan, the Huron-Manistee National Forest has various recreational opportunities, such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking and hunting. Visitors can enjoy nature and wildlife in this forest.
Address: . Cadillac MI USA
1 231 775-3183
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The Open Space
The Open Space is a public gathering place in Traverse City that draws visitors and locals with its views of the West Grand Traverse Bay. The Open Space is close to many amenities and hosts free outdoor movies during the summer months.
Address: Corner of Union Street and Grandview Parkway Traverse City MI USA 49684
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Built in 1885, the Grand Traverse Commons was employed as an asylum until 1989. The forested grounds of the Grand Traverse Commons house manor-type buildings and draw visitors who use the area to bird watch, ski and take walks.
Address: 830 Cottageview Drive Traverse City MI USA 49684
Send an Email 1 231 941-1900
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Donated to the Little Traverse Conservancy in 1980, the Sleepy Hollow Nature Preserve stretches out for 55 acres (22 ha). The preserve features a cedar swamp, a spring fed creek, a hardwood forest and a variety of wildflowers and animals.
Address: Sleepy Hollow Lane Charlevoix MI USA 49720
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The Lake Michigan Beach Park is a public beach and park, which is located west of the downtown Empire area. The park features a working lighthouse, hiking trails and a picnic pavilion.
Address: . Empire MI USA 49630
1 231 326-5466
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Cadillac City Park
Hosting a number of community events including concerts, festivals, weddings and picnics, Cadillac City Park is also home to the Rotary Pavilion.
Address: . Cadillac MI USA 49601
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Comprised of over 450,000 acres of land, the Huron National Forest features more than 12 developed campgrounds. Visitors can enjoy many recreational activities including bird watching, fishing, swimming and miles of hiking trails.
Address: . MI USA
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Spanning 1,165 acres (471 ha) of land, the Grass River Natural Area is a nature preserve that is comprised of wetlands and wildlife habitats. Visitors can wander the miles of trails and identify wildflowers and watch for birds. Classes and tours of the area can be arranged for individuals or groups by naturalists who work within the area.
Address: . Bellaire MI USA 49615
Send an Email 1 231 533-8314
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Established in 1917 as Michigan's first state park, Interlochen State Park is located between the Duck and Green Lakes. A variety of attractions draw visitors to this state park including boating, swimming, camping and much more.
Address: . Interlochen MI USA
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Located between Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell, Mitchell State Park is a 334 acre (134 ha) park. The state park is a destination to enjoy camping, boating and fishing.
Address: 6093 East M-115 Cadillac MI USA 49601
1 231 775-7911
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