Charlevoix is a wonderful little vacation spot. If you're planning on staying in the area, we recommend shopping downtown, taking a "Mushroom House" tour, walking to the beaches of Lake Michigan, and a wine tasting or tour of our beautiful venue, Castle Farms.
About an hour drive North and a ferry shuttle from Mackinaw City, Mackinaw Island is one of our favorite spots. We recommend a carriage tour, biking around the island, and lots of fudge!
About an hour south of Charlevoix, Traverse City is a cute area filled with activities. We recommend the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, downtown shopping, and the beaches of Grand Traverse Bay.
Another city on the lake, Petosky is only about a 30-minute drive North of Charlevoix. This is a great spot for people who want to shop, eat great food, and hangout and a brewery or two.
If you're planning on heading North, we recommend taking a small detour through the "Tunnel of Trees" on M-119. It's a beautiful scenic drive along the coast of Lake Michigan.
The U.P. of Michigan is about an hour North and a trip over the famous Mackinac Bridge and is a whole adventure by itself. If you plan on extending your trip, the U.P. is a wonderful spot for outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, or fishing.