Things To Do
Lavender Hill Farm
Lavender Hill Farm offers visitors the magical experience of being surrounded by the regal beauty and scents of purple and green waves of lavender. We invite visitors of all ages to explore the sight, scent, and taste of lavender at our Certified Naturally Grown farm. The largest lavender farm in Michigan, we are home to 30 varieties of lavender, Italian honeybees, and a restored century old barn.
Little Traverse Bay Ferry
Join us for a boat cruise around Little Traverse Bay. Ferry service connecting Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Bay Harbor. Sunset cruise are available.
SkyBridge Michigan
Step onto the world's longest timber-towered suspension bridge and feel the thrill of floating 118 feet above the Boyne Valley. Your experience starts with a scenic ride on the historic 2-person Hemlock chairlift. Glide through the fresh northern Michigan air as you ascend to the summit. Feel the subtle sway beneath your feet as you venture across. Take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Boyne Valley. Watch skiers and snowboarders carve the slopes below while you conquer the skies above.
Pond Hill Farm
Located just North of Harbor Springs off of M-119, known as the tunnel of trees. This family own farm has a winery, brewery, cafe and market. The farm has over 200 acres of nature to explore.
Roast & Toast
This is a great local coffee shop in downtown Petoskey. They have been roasting and brewing some of the finest coffee since 1993, embracing the SCA philosophy that “great coffee doesn’t just happen.” Using carefully select beans from around the world, they roast according to bean profile, create blends, and conduct small batch techniques to maintain a selection of freshly roasted varieties. Open daily for breakfast and lunch
Maple + Batter
A vibrant breakfast and brunch bistro located on Main Street in Bay Harbor.
Brandy's Harbortown
Located in downtown Bay Harbor right next to Bay Harbor Marina. Grab a bite at one restaurants at this kitchen collective and cabana bar. Live music nightly.
The Back Lot
A great place to grab a drink and a bite from one of 7 local food trucks. Open for lunch and dinner.
Gypsy Distillery
Gypsy Spirits has transformed the former equestrian center into a state of the art distillery, craft spirits tasting room, cocktail garden, and event center. Gypsy Distillery Tasting Room offers a seasonally changing craft cocktail menu by Gypsy Spirits. Experience the beauty of Northern Michigan while enjoying a craft cocktail, or take a bottle with you to enjoy our spirits at home.