Recent Glen Arbor Articles

Remember Me: The Buried History of the Glen Arbor Cemetery

More than three decades ago, Linda Alice Dewey was drawn to a small, overgrown cemetery in the woods of Glen Arbor—a gravesite lost to time. She...

Inside Sleeping Bear Inn, the National Park System’s Oldest Overnight Lodging

A half century after it closed, the oldest inn in the national park system is open once again to laughter, the best night’s sleep ever, home...

August 2024 Swoon List: Our Editors’ Favorites This Month

A bountiful farmstead stop. Locally made custom furniture. Cherry Republic delights in Glen Arbor. Here’s what our editors are loving this month....

Modern Coastal Design: Inside a Chic Glen Arbor Beach House

A contemporary craftsman home blends into its sublime shoreline site in Glen Arbor. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find...

10 Kid-Friendly Activities at Sleeping Bear Dunes for Families

Home to 35 miles of pristine lakeshore, dozens of hiking trails, sandy beaches perfect for picnics and much more, Sleeping Bear Dunes National...

10 Outdoor Dining Favorites on the Leelanau Peninsula

Is there anything better than a table in the sunshine and a lake breeze? Check out some of our favorite restaurants with outdoor dining in Leelanau...

Summer Day Trips: 10 Charming Small Towns on the Leelanau Peninsula

The eclectic towns of the Leelanau Peninsula are alive with shopping, restaurants, outdoor concerts and more—perfect for summer day trips. This...

Inside a Quaint Glen Arbor Cottage That was Once a Train Depot

A 19th-century train station gets a new lease on life on a wooded lot in Glen Arbor. Take a look inside this creative Northern Michigan home. This...

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Summer Camps for Kids

These Northern Michigan summer camps embrace a love of the outdoors and the arts.

Endless Summer Family Fun

There are endless opportunities for outdoor fun, so we’ve created this list of 10 healthy and affordable Northern Michigan summer activities to keep your family moving. 

Best Beaches For Kids

We asked our readers to share their favorite spots to take young children to cool off (bonus points for places with playgrounds, restrooms, and picnic tables). These are their picks for best Northern Michigan beaches for kids.

Fun Things To Do With Kids in Traverse City (even on rainy days!)

From exploring the Children's Museum to family-friendly wineries, Traverse City offers endless options for kids and families!

Best Biking For Kids

Sometimes difficult terrain or cars zipping by can make riding too difficult for kids. Read on for our picks of the best Northern Michigan bike trails for kids.

Make It a Day on Mackinac Island

Forts, fudge, biking the island and horse-drawn carriage rides. It's kid heaven...and parents love it, too!