Local Guidebook
Food Scene
Amazing service, large variety of local beers and ciders, delicious menus with weekly specials. Merchandise on premise. Live music. Located in a fun downtown area with a lot to offer.
207 locals recommend
Short's Brewing Company Bellaire Pub
121 N Bridge StAmazing service, large variety of local beers and ciders, delicious menus with weekly specials. Merchandise on premise. Live music. Located in a fun downtown area with a lot to offer.
Unbelievable bakery with delicious treats and local coffee creations. Check out the display case! They also offer custom treats and cakes. Some baking classes are offered on occasion.
24 locals recommend
Ruthann's Gourmet Bakery
105 N Bridge StUnbelievable bakery with delicious treats and local coffee creations. Check out the display case! They also offer custom treats and cakes. Some baking classes are offered on occasion.
Easily my favorite restaurant in Northern Michigan! Check out their delicious menu with seasonal specials. Fun happy hour deals. Live music events and fun atmosphere. A must visit!
66 locals recommend
Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen
617 Ames StEasily my favorite restaurant in Northern Michigan! Check out their delicious menu with seasonal specials. Fun happy hour deals. Live music events and fun atmosphere. A must visit!
Shopping
Incredibly beautiful and unique pieces for your home. Two very talented locals refurbish one of a kind items and share them in a fun and welcoming space. How-to classes are hosted as well. The owners are incredibly kind and knowledgeable about the area.
7 locals recommend
The Flying Pig
106 S Bridge StIncredibly beautiful and unique pieces for your home. Two very talented locals refurbish one of a kind items and share them in a fun and welcoming space. How-to classes are hosted as well. The owners are incredibly kind and knowledgeable about the area.
Huge selection of custom spice and herb mixes combined with a quirky kitchen store and fun gardens.
15 locals recommend
Alden's Mill House
10480 SE Torch Lake DrHuge selection of custom spice and herb mixes combined with a quirky kitchen store and fun gardens.
Sightseeing
One of Michigan's most beautiful lakes with pristine and clear water. Many options for boat rentals, beaches, and nearby attractions.
52 locals recommend
Torch Lake
One of Michigan's most beautiful lakes with pristine and clear water. Many options for boat rentals, beaches, and nearby attractions.
A local U-Pick orchard with wagon rides, children's play area, pumpkin patch, and fresh cider and donuts. Cherry picking in the summer, and apple picking in the fall. Don't miss out on this charming working farm.
7 locals recommend
Rennie Orchards
11221 Monroe RdA local U-Pick orchard with wagon rides, children's play area, pumpkin patch, and fresh cider and donuts. Cherry picking in the summer, and apple picking in the fall. Don't miss out on this charming working farm.
Unique and historical property that has been preserved for generations. Explore the gorgeous trails that offer numerous views of the Rapid River - a cold water trout stream that is both picturesque and calming.
11 locals recommend
Seven Bridges Nature Area
Valley RoadUnique and historical property that has been preserved for generations. Explore the gorgeous trails that offer numerous views of the Rapid River - a cold water trout stream that is both picturesque and calming.
The best plant nursery and landscaping business in Northern Michigan! Located on the historic grounds of Barker Creek - a Michigan ghost town. The owners have wonderful stories about the property and how they are tied to it's settlers.
Huge selection of plants, trees, and shrubs with a breathtaking view of Skegemog Lake.
Barker Creek Nursery
7048 M-72The best plant nursery and landscaping business in Northern Michigan! Located on the historic grounds of Barker Creek - a Michigan ghost town. The owners have wonderful stories about the property and how they are tied to it's settlers.
Huge selection of plants, trees, and shrubs with a breathtaking view of Skegemog Lake.