Ludington State Park Winter Activities
The park remains open year-round for hiking, snowshoeing, activities to give those who love winter something fun to look forward to!
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One of the best things about Northern Michigan is the fresh goodness of locally grown fruits and vegetables. Various farm markets around the region offer a bounty of the best-
tasting produce around. Shopping for fresh produce is convenient, with many of the local
farm markets open from May until September or October.
Located in Downtown Traverse City between Grand Traverse Bay and the Boardman River. The market is typically open 7:30am-12pm on Saturdays from early May-late October AND 8am-12pm on Wednesdays from early June-late October. Stay tuned for the 2025 schedule. Apply by clicking here.
Located between Cottageview Drive and Red Drive at Grand Traverse Commons. The outdoor market will be open from November 2nd, 2024-April 26th, 2025. Hours are 10am-2pm on Saturdays. The outdoor market is typically open from 1-5pm on Mondays, from early June to early October. Stay tuned for the 2025 schedule. Both are located on Cottageview Drive, near Trattoria Stella in the Village. Call or text Diana at (231) 620-3585 to register.
Located at the corner of M-31 and M-137 in Interlochen, the Farmer Market & Arts and Crafts Show generally runs from 9am-2pm on Sundays from early May until late October. For more information, call (231) 970-1340.
The park remains open year-round for hiking, snowshoeing, activities to give those who love winter something fun to look forward to!
Before you make a splash in Lake Michigan, check out the water temperatures for beaches from Manistee, Ludington, Pentwater, and Silver Lake.
Agriculture plays a large role in the economics of Mason County. Take this self-guided tour to learn about agriculture in Mason County.
Get some fresh air and exercise during those cold winter months when you hit the Pentwater Pathway for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Take a tour on the Historic S.S. City of Milwaukee car ferry and the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Acacia docked in Manistee, Michigan.
Along the Lake Michigan shoreline between Ludington and Manistee, you’ll find natural splendor- the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness area.
The Grand Traverse Lighthouse is situated at the end of the Leelanau Peninsula within, about eight miles north of the town of Northport.
The Hart-Montague Bike Trail consists of 22.5 miles of paved paths for biking, snowmobiling, skating and more!
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes has miles of sand trails and hills, where hikers are rewarded at the end with spectacular views of Lake Michigan.
A magnificent display of color; the Northern Lights can be viewed at the right time of year at the right place in West Michigan!
Beautiful color emerges come Fall. Take it all in with an afternoon drive, or stroll, through the many forests of West Michigan.