Things To Do
Castle Farms
Castle Farms is one of Northern Michigan’s hidden gems, and we’d love for you to discover it! While visiting, you can experience: - Outdoor model railroad with over 2,000ft of track - World War I Museum full of photos, documents and toys from the Great War era - Sears & Roebuck Museum featuring all sorts of items available in their 1918 catalog - Private collections including royal, wedding, concert era, antique toys and other memorabilia - Extensive gardens and paths with countless photo opportunities - Enchanted forest - Birch Lake and Reflection Pond - Giant dragon and knight statues - Narrated tram rides - Historic video introduction - Scavenger hunt
Charlevoix Mushroom Houses
Edit travel note Close Travel note name * Earl Young Mushroom Houses 26/100 Travel note website address https://www.visitcharlevoix.com/Earl-Young/ Note to guests This iconic house blends into the lot in which the house sits. This house reflects one-third sky, one-third water, and one-third grass. The house has characteristically low ceilings which reflect Earl Young's short stature. Boulder Manor: Earl Young began construction of this breathtaking in 1928; however, lost the house during the Great Depression. He did not regain possession of the house until 1937 when he completed construction of the property in the early 1940s. Owl House: The house gets its name from the front side of the house which looks like an owl. Castle House: Situated on the shores of Round Lake, this beautiful castle stands proudly.
Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse
The Charlevoix Lighthouse overlooks Lake Michigan, nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan and the Pine River Channel. This historic lighthouse has been guiding sailors home for a hundred years.
Charlevoix Memorial Drawbridge
The drawbridge is a double-leaf bascule bridge in downtown Charlevoix, Michigan, that carries U.S. Route 31 across Island Lake Outlet (also known as the Pine River Channel). It is the fifth bridge to cross the channel there with the first being a pedestrian-only structure that was built in the nineteenth century. The bridge was planned in 1940, but World War II delayed the acceptance of bids until 1947.
Downtown Parking
Scenic parks, authentically unique small businesses, and charming alleyways await your discovery steps away from the shores of Lake Michigan. Historic and vibrant, the walkable downtown and surrounding area offer the comforts of a larger community while remaining a small lakefront town that makes you feel like you're on vacation 365 days a year. Charlevoix - it's a modern classic.
Michigan Beach Park
Michigan Beach on Lake Michigan is a favorite spot for all. It offers a white sandy beach, Petoskey stones, an ADA playground, walking trails, a basketball court, an ADA beach access mat, a volleyball net, a pavilion, concessions, restrooms, a swimming area, and the iconic Charlevoix Lighthouse within walking distance of downtown Charlevoix. Also, if you're looking to fish and don't have a boat, fish off of the pier on Michigan Beach! One of Charlevoix's best beaches, enjoy sandy shores and great sunsets.