Northern Michigan & Leelanau County
Play North Water Sports rentals
Kayak on Lake Leelanau Whaleback Rentals
Day trip in Leelanau County
Lake Leelanau narrows.
The Lake Leelanau Narrows is a narrow channel of water in the village of Lake Leelanau that connects North Lake Leelanau and South Lake Leelanau.
The M-204 bridge spans this iconic wetland area, which is a popular spot for boating, fishing, and viewing wildlife.
North Manitou Island lies in Lake Michigan west of the Leelanau Peninsula between sunrise and sunset. It is twelve and one-half miles from the port of Leland. The island is seven miles long and four and a half miles wide, with approximately 25 miles of shoreline.
North and south Manitou Island transit
Cherry Blossom Time
Varies from year to year. May 7-15.
When to Hunt
The fruiting season generally runs from late April through mid-June, depending on your location in the state.
Weather Triggers: The best hunting often occurs after a warm spring rain.
Ideal Temperatures: Look for morels when daytime highs reach the 60s and nighttime lows stay above 40°F.
Soil Temperature: Morels typically begin to sprout when soil temperatures (at a 4-inch depth) reach approximately 52°F to 55°F.
Wine Tasting, 24 Wineries On our Peninsula
Empire Asparagus Festival
Visit Historic Leland FishTown 7 Miles
is a historic, working fishing village located along the Leland River in Leland, Michigan. It is one of the few remaining commercial fishing complexes on the Great Lakes and a popular tourist destination known for its preserved shanties, docks, unique shops, and restaurants.
Take in Local Culture
Annual Cedar Polka Fest
Aug 27-30
Northport, Michgian
Annual Street Festival
Leelanau Uncaged
90 artists, 32+ musical and dance performances
12+ food trucks, vendors, and great local restaurants
Annual attendance over 7,000 and it’s FREE
Leelanau Sands Casino
First class RV Sites and Tent camping sites May 1st- Nov 1st Weather permitting.
Office 1-231-271-5550