A plethora of information and links for each village on the peninsula
Not a complete list- but helpful descriptions.
Another partial list, but good "in-town" beach options.
This driving guide begins in the town of Manistee, but it's a helpful resource for anyone looking to do part or all of this day trip!
https://www.michigantrailmaps.com/member-detail/leelanau-state-park/ https://www.nps.gov/slbe/planyourvisit/sbht.htm https://traversetrails.org/trail/leelanau-trail/
Numerous tour times available for a 4-hour brewery "hop" around Traverse City by bicycle and kayak.