Winter Articles
11 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek | Dec 23, 2024 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
You don't need to be at Times Square to have a spectacular New Year's Eve. Northern Michigan is brimming with festive parties, fireworks and...
15+ Winter Events to Add Sparkle to Your New Year
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Dec 19, 2024 | Events, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
As January rolls around, towns are buzzing with outdoor activities and cozy gatherings that embrace the magic of winter Up North. This is a...
In Shaggy’s We Trust: Michigan-Made Skis With a Cult Following
by Kate Bassett | Dec 12, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
A family penchant for tinkering and fresh tracks gives birth to Michigan-inspired skis with a joy-stoked cult following. We tap into the obsession...
6 Enchanting Winter Scenes Across Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek | Dec 12, 2024 | Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
From snow-covered landscapes to golden hour views, check out our favorite photos you shared with us on Instagram over the past month. Want to be...
How We Winter: Explore Gaylord’s Snowy Playground
by Cara McDonald and Carly Simpson | Dec 2, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Seek solace among old-growth pines. Ride 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Visit a place known simply as "the big wild." These are some of our...
20+ Festive Events Across Northern Michigan This December
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Nov 26, 2024 | Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Vacation
These local events will keep you merry and bright all month long. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print...
How We Winter: 9 Snowy, Cozy Adventures on the Leelanau Peninsula
by Cara McDonald | Nov 25, 2024 | Vacation
Sled the dunes, snowshoe to a winery, take a spin on outdoor ice rinks and then hang with locals at trivia nights and euchre tourneys. Here are some...
How We Winter: 6 Snowy Excursions in Benzie & Manistee
by Carly Simpson and Cara McDonald | Nov 21, 2024 | Vacation
Raft down a river, explore endless snowmobile trails, rent a fat bike—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the...
How We Winter: 6 Exhilarating Outdoor Adventures in Charlevoix
by Allison Acosta | Nov 19, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Go dogsledding, take a guided rafting trip, snowshoe by moonlight—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the...
How We Winter: 6 Fun-Filled Outdoor Activities Near Petoskey
by Carly Simpson | Nov 14, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Take a snowy hike, go horseback riding, try new-tech ski bikes—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the...
‘Tis the Season: Holiday Parades, Tree Lightings, Markets & More
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Nov 11, 2024 | Events, Live Here
Santa Claus is coming to town! Kick off the holiday season with these festive parades and small-town celebrations across Northern Michigan. This is...
Discover St. Ignace: Your Ultimate Michigan Snowmobiling Basecamp
by Meagan Francis and MyNorth Custom Studios for St. Ignace Visitors Bureau | Oct 15, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
PAID CONTENT Miles of trails, colorful history and lively local events make St. Ignace, Michigan, your ideal snowmobile stomping grounds.When it...
Photos of the Month: The Final Whispers of Winter
by Rachel Souillere | Mar 7, 2024 | Daily Photo, Live Here, Outdoors, Vacation
February brought the last of winter ice and the return of colorful sunsets and beautiful blue-sky days. Here, 10 of our favorite photos from the...
Taste of Spring: Kohlrabi Slaw with Avocado Crema Recipe
by Stacey Brugeman | Mar 6, 2024 | Food & Drink
A delicious taste of spring! Find out why versatile kohlrabi is dubbed “the jicama of the North” with this slaw and avocado crema recipe. This...
30 Northern Michigan Events to Check Out This March
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 26, 2024 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
March brings exciting early spring and end-of-winter events. From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to laid-back concerts at local venues, here are 30...
February 2024 Swoon List: Our Editors’ Favorites This Month
by Meagan Francis, Cara McDonald, Allison Acosta, Lissa Edwards and Carly Simpson | Feb 15, 2024 | Live Here, Outdoors, Vacation
A new Mackinac Island podcast. A winter weekend in Canada. Greek Month at Rico’s Cafe. Here’s what our editors are loving this month. This is a...
Visit Treat Farm in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
by Sarah Goodwin | Feb 14, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Explore this beautiful trail and Treat Farm in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore this winter in Northern Michigan. This article first...
Nordic Joy: How to Make the Most of Winter in Northern Michigan
by Ashlea Walter, Cara McDonald, Jacob Wheeler and Shea Petaja | Feb 13, 2024 | Vacation
Thanks to our Nordic influence in Northern Michigan, we've got the perfect hearty, cozy and joy-filled playbook for making the most of winter Up...
Photos of the Month: Into Northern Michigan’s Icy Waters
by Carly Simpson and Rachel Souillere | Feb 12, 2024 | Outdoors, Vacation
January brought icy, winter scenes across Northern Michigan. Here are 7 of our favorite photos from the month that people across the region shared...
The Ultimate Leelanau Peninsula Winter Insider’s Guide
by Lissa Edwards | Feb 9, 2024 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
From where to get the best hot cocoa to snowy winery adventures and so much more—here’s your guide to the beautiful Leelanau Peninsula in winter....
What’s Mackinac Island Like in Winter? Take a Look …
by Carly Simpson | Feb 8, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Mackinac Island in winter is not the Mackinac Island you know. The cold bites. The wind scrapes. Downtown sleeps. Snowmobiles rule. But those who...
Making Tracks Through Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
by Lissa Edwards | Feb 6, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Go behind the scenes with John Mallon, a member of the volunteer team responsible for the crisp, velvety Nordic ski tracks along the 22-mile...
Travel to St. Ignace for the Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Championship
by Carly Simpson | Feb 5, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
People travel to St. Ignace from across the nation every winter for this open-air take on a traditional hockey tourney. Here's how you can join in...
Petoskey Region Insider’s List: 6 Winter Adventures from Boyne to Mackinac Island
by Carly Simpson | Feb 2, 2024 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
The Petoskey region is full of winter delights. Start your day with cinnamon rolls along icy Little Traverse Bay, catch an opera, end with a glass...
Photo Essay: Go Snowshoeing at Canyon Falls in the Upper Peninsula
by Erik Olsen | Jan 26, 2024 | Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Deep winter dispatch: A photographer snowshoes into the Upper Peninsula's snow-coated Canyon Falls to bear witness to the quiet intensity winter has...
11 Concerts You Won’t Want to Miss This Winter
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jan 19, 2024 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Take a break from the cold with a low-key concert at an intimate Northern Michigan venue. From jazz fusion to folk rock, check out these 11 live...
Traverse City Winter Insider’s List: 6 Bucket List Snowy Stops
by Carly Simpson | Jan 18, 2024 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
Winter is better in Traverse City. From laidback bars where you can show off your trivia skills to the best mocha in town, here’s your checklist for...
8 Lantern-Lit Hikes for a Dreamy Northern Michigan Winter
by Allison Jarrell | Jan 9, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Start your new year off right with a refreshing trek through snowy woods. These lantern-lit hikes will guide you through some of the North’s most...
Mike King Comes Home: Meet the Man Behind “Lake Effect”
by Bob Butz | Jan 8, 2024 | Outdoors, Vacation
Meet the man behind the lens and lines. Northern Michigan skier Mike King talks about self-discovery, chasing snow and his film "Lake Effect." This...
10 Reasons Midwest Skiers Love Caberfae Peaks in Cadillac
by Anna Faller | Jan 8, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
With its crockpot-loving, down-to-earth Midwest vibes, Caberfae Peaks holds a special spot in the hearts of Northern Michigan skiers. This article...
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Offers Otherworldly Winter Biking
by Kandace Chapple | Jan 5, 2024 | Outdoors, Vacation
Head to Silver Lake Sand Dunes this winter in Northern Michigan for the most incredible and unique fat tire biking experience. This article first...
Ultimate Winter Insider’s List: Charlevoix & The Chain of Lakes
by Allison Jarrell | Jan 5, 2024 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
From dog sledding and distilleries to tempting sweet treats, winter in Charlevoix and the Chain of Lakes is pure joy. Here are 6 of our favorite...
MyNorth’s Top 10 Instagram Posts of 2023
by Rachel Souillere | Dec 28, 2023 | Live Here, Outdoors, Vacation
From gorgeous Northern Michigan homes to rock hunting, national media mentions and northern lights, here are MyNorth's top 10 Instagram posts of...
6 Bucket List Activities for Your Winter Getaway at The Highlands
by Cara McDonald and MyNorth Custom Studios for The Highlands at Harbor Springs | Dec 22, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
PAID CONTENT Six fabulous ways to dine, wander, gallop, wonder and snuggle at one of Michigan’s best ski resorts.Whether you’re planning a winter...
8 Northern Michigan Subscriptions Our Editors Love to Gift
by Cara McDonald, Lissa Edwards, Carly Simpson, Allison Jarrell and Rachel Souillere | Dec 21, 2023 | Food & Drink, Live Here
From local chocolate to candles with cheeky scents and everything in between, here are our Editors' picks for subscriptions that make the perfect...
Winter Cocktail Roundup: Warm Up with These 6 Craft Drinks
by Rachel Souillere | Dec 20, 2023 | Food & Drink
From the thick of the holiday season through frosty February, here are 6 of our favorite Last Call cocktail recipes to warm up with this winter....
December 2023 Swoon List: Our Editors’ Favorite Local Gift Ideas
by Cara McDonald, Allison Jarrell, Lissa Edwards, Carly Simpson and Rachel Souillere | Dec 18, 2023 | Live Here
From locally made dishware to a luxurious facial appointment, here are the Swoon List-worthy Northern Michigan gifts our editors are asking Santa...
Warm Your Winter Up with 3 Northern Michigan Wine Events
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Dec 12, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
With snow-covered vineyard views and fireside beverages, winter provides a more intimate tasting experience at Northern Michigan wineries. Get...
6 Insider Tips for Winter in Northern Michigan’s Snowbelt
by Carly Simpson | Dec 6, 2023 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
The Up North Insiders' List: Head to Gaylord and Grayling in Northern Michigan’s snowbelt to experience a region brimming with winter fun. This...
Mount Bohemia Named Best Ski Resort in North America
by Cara McDonald | Dec 4, 2023 | Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Buh bye, Tahoe, Vail and Banff. USA Today readers just found a new favorite ski resort—and it’s ours. Head to the Upper Peninsula this winter to see...
18 Holiday Events Across Northern Michigan This December
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Dec 1, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
It's the most wonderful time of the year! From lantern-lit hikes to brunch with Santa, these 18 festive Northern Michigan events celebrate winter's...
Winter Insider’s List: Local Tips from Benzie to Ludington
by Carly Simpson | Nov 27, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Winter is upon us! Explore six of our favorite ways to get up close and personal with this coastal region from Benzie County to Ludington and all...
15 Cozy Cabins to Rent for a Relaxing Weekend Getaway
by Gina Marie Jeffries | Nov 20, 2023 | Vacation
The time-honored tradition of a little cabin in the big Northwoods takes on extra enchantment during the hush of the offseason. Plan your next great...
November 2023 Swoon List: Our Editors’ Favorites this Month
by Allison Jarrell, Cara McDonald, Carly Simpson and Rachel Souillere | Nov 16, 2023 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
Small-town bookstores and bestselling authors, teensy tiny log cabins, the fantastical “Orehenge” sunrise in Marquette. Here’s what our editors are...
Sault Ste. Marie Canada is a Skier’s Best-Kept Secret
by Cara McDonald and MyNorth Custom Studios for Sault Ste. Marie Tourism | Nov 15, 2023 | Outdoors
PAID CONTENT Sault Canada’s granite cliffs, monster snow, Canadian hospitality and top-flight ski areas make this Ontario destination a heavenly...
Visit Black Rocks in Marquette for Ethereal Fall & Winter Views
by Allison Jarrell and Rachel Souillere | Nov 13, 2023 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
They may be best known for summer cliff diving, but the Black Rocks at the tip of Marquette’s Presque Isle Park also offer ethereal views in fall...
Experience a Magical ‘Christmas in Walloon’ Weekend Getaway
by Cara McDonald and MyNorth Custom Studios for Hotel Walloon | Nov 7, 2023 | Counties, Events, Towns, Vacation
PAID CONTENT For one magical weekend, Hotel Walloon welcomes guests to embrace the simple luxuries and spirit of the season.The cold wind gusting...
Introducing The New Northern Michigan Winter Vacation Guide!
by MyNorth/Traverse Magazine Staff | Oct 9, 2023 | Vacation
MyNorth’s 2023/2024 Northern Michigan Winter Vacation Guide is coming soon! From can’t-miss outdoor adventures to hearty dining and small-town fun,...
Lakes & Trails to Explore at Sand Lakes Quiet Area
by Allison Acosta and Rachel Souillere | Mar 7, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
Surround yourself with gorgeous Northern Michigan scenery while taking a peaceful hike just a short drive from Traverse City. From wildflower spring...
Kick Off Spring & St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at Otsego Resort
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Mar 6, 2023 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Let the games begin! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend and the end of winter in Northern Michigan with Otsego Resort’s Beaver Dam Olympics and...
17 Can’t-Miss Northern Michigan Events Happening This March
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 27, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
When March rolls around in Northern Michigan, we welcome end-of-season skiing, St. Patrick's Day celebrations, outdoor events and more across the...
7 Enchanting Northern Michigan Winter Destinations
by MyNorth/Traverse Magazine Staff | Feb 23, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
These Northern Michigan winter destinations from Marquette to Ludington prove snow beauty satisfies like no other. This article first appeared in...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 7 Winter Events to Wrap Up February 2023
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 23, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns
From a comedy show to a winter wine country experience, celebrate the last weekend of February 2023 with these seven Northern Michigan events....
Ballet Meets Broadway at this March 11 Traverse City Show
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 21, 2023 | Counties, Events, Towns
Ballet meets Broadway at Northwest Michigan Ballet Theatre's upcoming show “Scenes From a Park,” held at Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City on...
Turn Your Bed into a Haven with 3 Cozy Flannel Sheet Sets
by Lissa Edwards | Feb 20, 2023 | Live Here
In a world where we are all craving more cozy, flannel sheets are morphing from old-cabin staples to luxury items that turn your bed into a haven....
In Praise of Winter Walks + 6 Local Hiking Trails to Explore
by Cara McDonald | Feb 17, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
When the sky darkens and wind rattles the bare branches, the best type of walking waits for us. Plus, six easy, peaceful hiking trails for Northern...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 7 Festivals & Events Taking Place This Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 16, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
From Suttons Bay to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula there’s plenty of fun to be had this weekend in Northern Michigan. Check out these 7 winter festivals...
Northern Michigan Dog Sledding with Second Chance Mushers
by Lynda Twardowski Wheatley | Feb 15, 2023 | Counties, Live Here, Outdoors, People, Towns, Vacation
You’ve heard of the crazy cat lady? Meet her remarkably logical foil, Sarah Dobbrastine—Munson nurse by night; indefatigable mom of 25 huskies by...
Head to The Highlands for the Ultimate Winter Adventure
by Rachel Souillere and Allison Acosta | Feb 13, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Snowy season isn’t just for skiing and snowboarding in Northern Michigan. Here are four ways to enjoy cold-weather temps and fresh powder off the...
Experience a Night of Disney Magic at Enchantment on Ice
by Ashlyn Korienek | Feb 9, 2023 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Be prepared to be enchanted as Traverse City Figure Skating Club brings to you four Disney tales this March 10-11. Get more details behind the show,...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 9 Things to Do This Weekend, February 10-12
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 9, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Searching for something to do this weekend? From ice festivals to floral workshops, check out these Northern Michigan events taking place this...
4 Northern Michigan Snowshoe Hikes for the Entire Family
by Lynda Twardowski Wheatley | Feb 7, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Play detective and get up close and personal with nature like never before this winter. From a guided hike to three of our favorite family-friendly...
Enjoy an Adult Snow Day at Delamar Traverse City
by Rachel Souillere | Feb 3, 2023 | Counties, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Snow days aren't just for the kids! Our team spent the day at Delamar in Traverse City testing out the new Snow Days Day Pass. Here's the verdict,...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 9 Events to Explore This Weekend, February 2-5
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 1, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Experience small-town charm and outdoor winter adventure this weekend with these 9 Northern Michigan events taking place February 2-5. Hosting an...
20 Local Festivals & Events You Won’t Want to Miss in February
by Ashlyn Korienek, MyNorthTickets and Allison Acosta | Jan 25, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Northern Michigan is bustling with exciting and unique winter events! From Traverse City Comedy Fest to the North American Vasa, Valentine's dinners...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Things to Do This Weekend, January 27-29
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jan 25, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Wrap up the last weekend of January 2023 in Northern Michigan with an enchanted hike to a yurt, ice skating, winter festivals and more, taking place...
Where to Find Breathtaking Blue Ice In Northern Michigan
by Heather Johnson Durocher | Jan 20, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
When freezing temps descend slow and steady on the Straits of Mackinac and winter conditions are just right, a forest of icy blue shards sets a...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 8 Can’t-Miss Winter Foodie Events in Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jan 19, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Satisfy your inner foodie with these eight winter festivals, dinners and wine-tasting excursions taking place across Northern Michigan from now...
Ashlyn’s Picks: Events Happening This Weekend January 13-15
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jan 12, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
On the hunt for weekend plans? From outdoor adventures to exciting indoor concerts, you're not going to want to miss these Northern Michigan events...
Into Icy Waters: Benefits of Cold Water Therapy in Lake Michigan
by Carly Simpson | Jan 6, 2023 | Counties, Outdoors
Taking a cold plunge into Lake Michigan during winter may be intimidating, but for some people, the benefits are beyond worth it. Meet Laura Mason,...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Winter Events Taking Place This Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jan 5, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Why stay home this weekend when you can explore the snow-covered beauty of winter in Northern Michigan? Check out these 10 local events taking place...
The Ultimate Homemade Jam Cocktail: Poppycocks’ Nordic Mule
by Carly Simpson | Jan 4, 2023 | Counties, Food & Drink, People, Towns
Add another layer of flavor and complexity to your beverage with a spoonful of homemade jam in this month's Last Call Cocktail. This Nordic Mule...
Snowshoe or Cross-Country Ski at Otsego Resort This Winter
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jan 3, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Enjoy the natural splendor of winter in Northern Michigan with Otsego Resort's upcoming brew and wine walk series, kicking off this January...
Ultimate Winter Rental Guide: Skis, XC Skis, Snowshoes, Snowboards & Fat Tire Bikes
by Rachel Souillere and Madison Parsons | Dec 29, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
Explore all that winter in Northern Michigan has to offer. From cross-country skiing to snowshoeing, here are our favorite winter rental spots...
Kick-Off January 2023 with These 15 Northern Michigan Events
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Dec 27, 2022 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
This January, we're embracing the beauty of winter in Northern Michigan with lantern-lit hikes, snowshoeing, skiing and horse-drawn sleigh rides....
Ashlyn’s Picks: 18 Christmas & New Year’s Eve Celebrations
by Ashlyn Korienek | Dec 20, 2022 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
We’re counting down the final days of 2022! Whether you’re searching for an upscale dinner or a family-friendly holiday party, you’ll want to check...
11 Must-See Northern Michigan Christmas Light Displays
by Kim Schneider, Carly Simpson and Rachel Souillere | Dec 16, 2022 | Counties, Live Here, Towns
They light up the night and lift our hearts. Make your winter fabulously festive with stops at these annual family-friendly Northern Michigan...
5 Indulgent Small Bites for the Perfect Party
by Dave Omar and Joy Martin Omar | Dec 14, 2022 | Food & Drink
Looking for the perfect small bite to impress a crowd? These five sweet, salty and savory bite-size delights crafted by Saltless Sea Creamery duo...
Your New Favorite Winter Cocktail Recipe: The Snowbird Spritz
by Stacey Brugeman | Dec 13, 2022 | Counties, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns
A touch of amaro and Lambrusco turn a summery spritz into a cool-weather classic in this month's Last Call cocktail. This article first appeared in...
Find Heated Tents & Cozy Adventures this Winter Up North
by Allison Acosta | Dec 12, 2022 | Counties, Food & Drink, Outdoors, Towns
Head to Iron Fish Distillery's Base Camp in Thompsonville for can't-miss food and drink, heated tent rentals and a nearby snowy adventure. Learn...
Grab & Go: The Perfect Snow Day Adventure & Supper
by Carly Simpson | Dec 12, 2022 | Counties, Food & Drink, Outdoors, Towns
Head to a stunning Leelanau Conservancy-owned reserve and then make your way to Glen Arbor to pick up elevated comfort foods (think beef bourguignon...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Festive Events Happening This Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek | Dec 8, 2022 | Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
'Tis the season to celebrate! From a Santa meet and greet to a local Christmas concert or festive shopping experience, here are 10 upcoming holiday...
December Swoon List: What Our Editors Are Obsessed with This Month
by Rachel Souillere, Allison Acosta, Carly Simpson, Lissa Edwards, Cara McDonald and Emily Tyra | Dec 2, 2022 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Outdoors, Towns
From a snowshoe adventure in Northport to must-try fondue at a fabulous Traverse City restaurant, here's what our MyNorth Media and Traverse,...
Don’t Miss Manistee’s Magical Old Christmas Weekend & Parade
by Kandace Chapple | Nov 29, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
On one magical evening in Manistee, the spirit of Christmas comes alive. Don't miss the annual Victorian Sleighbell Parade (Dec. 7, 2024). This...
2022 Holiday Guide: Cadillac, Frankfort, Manistee & Ludington
by Allison Acosta and Carly Simpson | Nov 21, 2022 | Counties, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns
Get into the Up North holiday spirit! Whether you're looking for gifts, sips, or adventures, this ultimate 2022 guide is the perfect tool to plan...
Ultimate Holiday & Gift Guide for Gaylord, Grayling & Cheboygan
by Carly Simpson | Nov 21, 2022 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns
It's Time to get into the Up North holiday spirit! Whether you're looking for holiday events, gift guides, or post-shopping drink spots, here are...
Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Charlevoix & Boyne City Holiday Guide
by Carly Simpson | Nov 18, 2022 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns
Get into the Up North holiday spirit! From festive Northern Michigan events to gift and sip stops, here are our favorite ways to celebrate the...
Elk Rapids & Bellaire Holiday Guide: Festive Events & Shopping
by Carly Simpson and Alea Wilkins | Nov 18, 2022 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns
Get into the Up North holiday spirit! From festive Northern Michigan events to gift and sip stops, here are our favorite ways to celebrate the...
Libby’s Picks: 20 Thanksgiving Dinners & Events in Northern Michigan
by Libby Stallman, Ashlyn Korienek and Rachel Souillere | Nov 16, 2022 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Towns
From can't-miss Thanksgiving dinners (both in-person and to-go!) to tree lightings and parades to kick off the holiday season, here are the Northern...
Traverse City Holiday Guide: Festive Events & Gift Shopping
by Allison Acosta | Nov 15, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
Get into the Up North holiday spirit! From festive Northern Michigan events to gift and sip stops, here are our favorite ways to celebrate the...
November Swoon List: What Our Editors Are Obsessed with this Month
by Rachel Souillere, Allison Acosta, Carly Simpson, Lissa Edwards, Cara McDonald and Emily Tyra | Nov 11, 2022 | Counties, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
From Instagram-worthy sweet treats in the Upper Peninsula to watching winter surfing in Frankfort, here are the adventures, restaurants and...
Celebrate the Holidays at the Annual Deck the Walls Holiday Gala
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Nov 1, 2022 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Welcome the holiday season with Erickson Center for the Arts on November 26 at the annual Deck the Walls Holiday Gala, featuring a silent auction,...
4 Timeless Northern Michigan Inns for a Cozy Getaway
by Heather Johnson Durocher | Oct 28, 2022 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
Storied stays: From an elegant hotel in Marquette to a charming Ludington B&B, these four Northern Michigan inns combine history and hospitality...
10 Things to Do in 3 Days at Sleeping Bear Dunes: Winter Fun
by MyNorth Custom Studios for Sleeping Bear Dunes Visitors Bureau | Oct 27, 2022 | Counties, Northern Michigan Videos, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
| PAID CONTENT With its snowy trails and frosted landscapes, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a...
Hit the Slopes with The Homestead’s 90-Year-Old Ski Instructor
by Allison Acosta | Mar 10, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, People, Towns, Vacation
For the love of Northern Michigan skiing! At 90 years old, Tom Awrey is still imparting his ski wisdom— and hitting the slopes —at The Homestead in...
Go Fat Tire Biking on Trails at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville
by Kandace Chapple | Mar 7, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
A “family of fatties” makes their way to Thompsonville for a day of fun, wintry biking. Explore the three Crystal Mountain fat tire biking trails...
16 March Events to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day & Spring Up North
by Rachel Souillere, Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 25, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
With spring on the horizon and St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, you're not going to want to miss these March events in Northern Michigan. From...
Make Memories This Winter at Otsego Resort in Gaylord
by MyNorth Custom Studios for Otsego Resort | Feb 23, 2022 | Counties, Northern Michigan Videos, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
| PAID CONTENT Winter adventures are waiting for you at Otsego Resort in Gaylord. Located at the highest point of the...
Grab & Go: Scones and a Stunning Grand Traverse Bay Sunrise
by Carly Simpson | Feb 16, 2022 | Counties, Food & Drink, Towns, Vacation
Swing by Traverse City's longest-running coffee shop and then take your morning treats to a nearby beach to watch a Northern Michigan winter sunrise...
Go Snowshoeing at Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive this Winter
by Kandace Chapple | Feb 15, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in Empire is on everyone’s Sleeping Bear Dunes must-dune list in the summer. But have you explored it in the heart of a...
Michigan Backcountry Skiing Brings Freedom & Untouched Snow
by Emily Hopcian | Feb 14, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Play in powder! Grab your skis and head to Benzie County for backcountry skiing and a new perspective. Explore the path less traveled on this...
The Ultimate Winter Beer & Brewery Tour in Northern Michigan
by Emily Bennett | Feb 11, 2022 | Counties, Food & Drink, Towns, Vacation
In 2017 Emily Bennett, also known as Mitten Beer Girl, visited every brewery in Michigan. Here, she shares a mini Northern Michigan beer tour, ideal...
Best Things to Do on a Keweenaw Peninsula Winter Vacation
by Sam Brown and MyNorth Custom Studios for Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau | Feb 9, 2022 | Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
PAID CONTENT A husband and wife head north across the Mackinac Bridge for a winter vacation on the Keweenaw Peninsula. Here are their tips,...
Watch Epic 12-Dog Sled Racing at Marquette’s Annual UP200
by Greg Tasker | Feb 4, 2022 | Events, Towns, Vacation
Each February, mushers head to the Upper Peninsula to take on the UP200, a nearly 240-mile dog sled race that takes teams from Marquette to Grand...
The Perfect Northern Michigan Winter Getaway at Hotel Walloon
by Heather Johnson Durocher and MyNorth Custom Studios for Hotel Walloon | Feb 4, 2022 | Towns, Vacation
PAID CONTENT Searching for the perfect winter getaway? Head to Hotel Walloon in Charlevoix County for incredible hospitality, unparalleled...
February 2022 Last Call: Warm Up with Slow Cooker Mulled Wine
by Stacey Brugeman | Feb 2, 2022 | Food & Drink
In Germany it’s called glüwein. In Sweden it’s referred to as glögg. In southern Brazil it’s known as quentão. Whatever you choose to call it,...
Snowshoe, Ski & Bike Noquemanon Trail Network in the Upper Peninsula
by Heather Johnson Durocher | Feb 2, 2022 | Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
The Noquemanon Trail Network covers a lot of ground with its eight trail systems stretching from Munising to Big Bay and paths that speak to every...
Gather the Girls for a Galentine’s Getaway in Northern Michigan
by Heather Johnson Durocher | Feb 1, 2022 | Counties, Events, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
If it's been ages since you've taken a girls' trip, what better month than February to show your besties just how much you adore them. These wintry...
Go Fat Tire Biking in St. Ignace in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
by Sam Brown and MyNorth Custom Studios for St. Ignace Visitors Bureau | Feb 1, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
PAID CONTENT Swap your skis in for wheels this winter when you head to Michigan's Upper Peninsula and explore the fat tire biking trails in St....
Don’t Miss This Gaylord Winter Competition at Otsego Resort
by Rachel Souillere and MyNorthTickets | Jan 31, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns, Vacation
Let the games begin at Otsego Resort’s annual Beaver Dam Olympics. This Northern Michigan event on February 12 is a sure-fire way to embrace winter...
Don’t Miss this Aprés Ski Event at Mount Holiday in Traverse City
by Rachel Souillere and MyNorthTickets | Jan 26, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Join Left Foot Charley for an Aprés Ski Fundraiser at Mt. Holiday in Traverse City. Bundle up, sip fresh hard cider and celebrate winter at this...
Explore Round Island Point in the Upper Peninsula by Torchlight
by Allison Jarrell | Jan 24, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
Let the glow of lanterns guide you during a hike this winter in Northern Michigan. Head to Michigan's Upper Peninsula with Little Traverse...
3 Michigan State Parks, 3 Northern Michigan Winter Adventures!
by Kandace Chapple | Jan 24, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Northern Michigan parks are made for wintertime exploration. From a frozen waterfall adventure in the Upper Peninsula to a quiet Grand Traverse...
Crystal Mountain Snowmaking Team is Top 7 North America
by Rachel Souillere and MyNorth News Service | Jan 19, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Crystal Mountain's snowmaking team has been recognized as one of the best in North America. Going up against teams from Canada to Colorado, here's...
Current Snowboard & Ski Conditions Across Northern Michigan
by Rachel Souillere | Jan 16, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Searching for ski conditions in Northern Michigan this weekend? Below, we've compiled the ski conditions pages for resorts across the north to make...
Try This Northern Michigan Perch Recipe with Brown Butter
by Stacey Brugeman | Jan 13, 2022 | Food & Drink, Vacation
Ice fishing in Northern Michigan for perch has never looked this beautiful. Ditch the typical frying method and learn about this classic French...
3 Snowshoe Adventures Perfect for a Northern Michigan Snow Day
by Heather Johnson Durocher | Jan 12, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
From a slow, quiet trek in the woods to a heart-pumping climb atop a bluff, exploring the season’s sparkling white landscapes by snowshoe is an...
The 7th Annual Pure Ludington BRRRewfest Returns for 2022
by MyNorthTickets and Rachel Souillere | Jan 11, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns, Vacation
Pure Ludington BRRRewfest is officially back in 2022! Learn all about this Northern Michigan event in Ludington featuring beers from more than 20...
How to Explore Eben Ice Caves in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
by Heather Johnson Durocher | Jan 11, 2022 | Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Hike to the Eben Ice Caves in Hiawatha National Forest to explore gorgeous curtains of ice. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern...
Cross-Country Ski or Snowshoe Otsego Resort’s Craft Beer Trail
by MyNorthTickets | Jan 5, 2022 | Counties, Outdoors, Vacation
The great outdoors of Northern Michigan and craft brews combine during Otsego Resort’s Craft Beer Trail, kicking off this month. Slip-on your...