Recent Otsego County Articles
11 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Northern Michigan
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...
How We Winter: Explore Gaylord’s Snowy Playground
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...
7 Outdoor Dining Favorites in Gaylord & Grayling
Dining outside on a sunny day with a warm breeze and a beautiful view is a vacation in itself. Here’s your go-to list of restaurants in the Gaylord...
30+ Northern Michigan Events You Can’t Miss This July
From fruit-themed festivals to outdoor concerts, these 30+ summer events offer a great excuse to use up a few vacation days. This is a MyNorth.com...
The Insider’s List: 9 Things to Do in Gaylord & Grayling
This region, lovingly called the Heart of the North, is blessed with an abundance of natural resources. Put on your hiking boots or grab a...
Start Your Summer with 20 Northern Michigan Events
As summer returns in Northern Michigan, our weekends and evenings are filled with barbecues, bonfires and any excuse to enjoy a few brews in the...
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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.Â
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!