It has been a year of adventure for us here in Traverse City, and we are so excited to see what the rest of 2024 has in store. If you want to join the fun here in our Northern Michigan home, you have plenty of opportunities left. This includes the upcoming Labor Day Weekend that is always a popular travel time of the year. Labor Day signals the end of summer while the kids get ready for a return to school and the adults enjoy an extended weekend off work. Labor Day Weekend in Traverse City is the best way to celebrate this end of our summer season. Take a look at what you can be enjoying this Labor Day weekend in Traverse City:
Whenever you visit Traverse City you will immediately notice just how close we are to the water. Traverse City is located right on the shores of Lake Michigan and will draw you in for endless fun out on the water. During your visit you will get to enjoy the second largest Great Lake and how beautiful it is surrounding the city. Visitors will find plenty of beaches around Traverse City where you can lay out under the sun or splash around in the water. However, many locals and visitors tend to spend their time on Lake Michigan by traversing its beautiful shoreline. Head to one of the many rental shops in town to pick up a rental kayak or canoe. Paddling up the shore will give you plenty of areas to explore together as a family. Navigating Lake Michigan can be made even easier when you hire a tour guide such as River Outfitters to take you around the lake. They offer guided tours of the lake and much more. Another great option that is perfect for adults in your group is Kayak, Bike, and Brew, a guided kayak tour that ends with a stop at a local brewery to enjoy a pint of craft beer. There are endless options for waterside fun here in Traverse City!
If there is one spot in Traverse City that you must see, it is over at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. This local park is found just North of Traverse City and features miles of beautiful sandy beaches with bluffs that tower over 450 feet high. The sand dunes are what make Sleeping Bear stand apart from other national lakeshores and is a one of a kind experience. When you hike up the sand dunes, you will be able to take in spectacular views all around the lake. Explore the miles of shaded forest hiking trails that will take you all across the park. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is full of unique flora and fauna that can be seen with an observant eye. Stop by the lighthouse located at the park to see a historic side of the area that has been preserved over the years. There is no better time than a day exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
There are quite a few summer activities that are popular here in Traverse City. However, golfing will always be a top choice for those who enjoy the sport. Luckily, golf is always teeing off here in Traverse City in the summer, so make sure to prepare for some time on the green. Visitors will be able to tee off from a variety of public golf courses each different from the last. Bay Meadows Family Golf Course features a beginner friendly course along with their “long” course that is great for experienced golfers. Other popular courses include The Crown Golf Club and The Bear Golf Course. Each course offers beautiful forest scenery letting you take in the gorgeous Traverse City views with each swing of the club. Book your tee time today just in time for Labor Day Weekend.
The adults in your group will fall in love with the idea of Traverse City being the home to many different wineries in the region. The Traverse region is known for a specialty of grape grown in the area that allows wineries to produce sweet wines found nowhere else. Stop by one of the many wineries for a tasting flight or purchase a wine slushie that is great on a hot summer day. Traverse City is also home to many wine tours such as Wonderland Tours or Scenic Wine & Brew Tours that will drive you around to the top wineries in the area. Now, you can’t beat that deal!
Now that you know what to do in the area you can book your vacation rental. Find your favorite property and prepare for Traverse City! Contact us to book your stay today. Search our rentals by bedroom here.
