Harris Gardens at North Central Michigan College
Harris Gardens at North Central Michigan College is a spectacular sculpture garden filled with 26 pieces of vibrant art.
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Dog beach? Yes, in Harbor Springs at Zoll Street Beach. In Petoskey, Magnus Park is a great dog spot with pet friendly beach.
Campgrounds at the state parks with beaches such as Petoskey State Park, Wilderness State Park, or Fisherman’s Island State Park are dog friendly in the campgrounds. Dogs are not permitted on the beaches.
Stroll through the many shopping districts in Northern Michigan–Charlevoix, Harbor Springs, Indian River, Boyne City, Petoskey, Mackinaw City–and you’ll find water bowls, nearby parks, and even dog mitts for cleaning up after your dog.
Hike along the North Country Trail with your dog. During the summer months, Nub’s Nob is a great place for you and your dog to hike.
Pack the discs and the dog frisbee and head to one of Northern Michigan’s Disc Golf Courses.
Enjoy of one of these pet friendly hotels.
Americinn of Charlevoix, 800-634-3444
Best Western Thunderbird, Mackinaw City, 231-436-5433
Birchwood Inn, Harbor Springs, 231-526-2151, Birchwood Inn
Boyne Highlands, Harbor Springs, 800-462-6963, Boyne Highlands
Boyne Mountain, Boyne Falls, 800-462-6963
Charlevoix Inn & Suites, Charlevoix, 231-547-0300
Comfort Inn, Petoskey, 231-347-9191, Comfort Inn
Days Inn, Petoskey, 231-348-8375
Econo Lodge, Mackinaw City, 877-424-6423
Econo Lodge, Petoskey, 231-348-3324
Econo Lodge at the Bridge, Mackinaw City, 877-424-6423
Grace Grange Lodge & Stable, Petoskey, 231-347-5869
Holiday Inn Express, Mackinaw City, 231-436-7100
Holiday Inn Express, Petoskey, 800-497-0155
Inn at Grey Gables, Charlevoix, 231-547-2251
Stafford’s Crooked River Lodge & Suites, Alanson, 231-548-5000, Crooked River Lodge
The Beach House, Mackinaw City, 231-436-535
Harris Gardens at North Central Michigan College is a spectacular sculpture garden filled with 26 pieces of vibrant art.
The North Country Trail is the longest trail in the U.S. and stretches from North Dakota to New York, passing through Northern Michigan.
The elegantly restored Cheboygan Opera House is an acoustically superb, Victorian theatre that presents entertainment of many genres.
The Petoskey area of Northern Michigan has parks, waterfront, and riverfront areas that are just waiting to be explored!
Arch Rock is a geologic wonder on Mackinac Island and stands 146′ over the Lake Huron shoreline- nearly 15 stories tall.
This 28-mile scenic highway running between Atwood and Boyne Falls known as the Breezeway draws visitors because it is gorgeous.
Sailing is a special pastime that often brings friends together in Northern Michigan. And no wonder. The sailing here is wonderful.
In Northern Michigan, you’ll find lighthouses where lighthouse keepers once lived and worked that have been restored and are open to visitors.
Why do people enjoy being up north so much? Find out what makes being up north feel special with our list of Northern Michigan specialties.