- The list below includes 30 free or cheap things to do in or near Harbor Springs, Michigan, including 42 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Ziplines, History Museums and Farms & Ranches.
- From Thorne Swift Nature Preserve to Pond Hill Farm, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Harbor Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne Falls and Cheboygan.
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Get a full-body workout while enjoying a day on the water with two-hour stand-up paddleboard outings
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6696 Lower Shore Drive, Harbor Springs, MI 49740
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Harbor Springs is host to the Thorne Swift Nature Preserve wildlife sanctuary. The 30 acre preserve features the Balsam Trail, the Beach Trail, and the nature center with tours from naturalists offered.
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The Pond Hill Farm in Harbor Springs offers a barn, farm market, and a trout pond. The farm also features seasonal family events, including hayrides, pumpkin picking, and pig racing.
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600 Highlands Drive, Harbor Springs, MI 49740
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Zipline Adventures at Boyne Highlands Resort is an adventure tour that lasts 2.5-3 hours long. The tour consists of 10 lines that travel up to an elevation of 4,300-feet above sea level.
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By the Bay is a source for original fine art, limited edition prints, boat and sailing models and unique items for a home, cottage or office. By the Bay also offers relief maps, books, clocks, and executive gifts.
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R Frogs Gallery is a small art gallery featuring the artwork of Tim Cotterill and other artists. The gallery focuses on the discipline of sculpture, with several exhibits available on display.
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349 E Main Street, Harbor Springs, MI 49740
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Preserving and celebrating the history of Northern Michigan, Harbor Springs Area - Historical Society & Museum offers numerous educational exhibits. This includes displays related to nature, culture and the arts. There are also hands-on activities for the kids to enjoy.
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101 E. Lake Street, Petoskey, MI 49770
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At Bear River Valley Recreation Area, visitors can go whitewater canoeing, fishing, and hiking. The area has a footbridge, biking trail, and other paved paths for visitors to walk on.
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Located on 36-acres of land, the Bear River Recreation Area is a popular park location that features a number of amenities for nature-lovers. Numerous unpaved walking trails, whitewater rafting sites, and a picnic area are among the amenities available.
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Art Cats Gallery is a clay based artistic venue featuring pieces that are unique, colorful, and inspiring. There are colorful and artistic bowls and serving dishes, wall decor, outdoor décor, and other small items available.
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Having found its home in an old Victorian church, the Crooked Tree Arts Center is a historical and cultural gem of Petoskey. The gallery showcases pieces from local artists and students from throughout the area.