- TripBuzz found 54 things to do with kids in or near Leland, Michigan, including 46 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Traverse City, Empire, Glen Arbor and Williamsburg.
- From Whitecap Charters Fishing to Van's Beach, the Leland area offers 46 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Fishing, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
- Close to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Leland is a short drive from Traverse City. Surrounded by water, the city is known as a fishing village. It is also equipped with many beaches, art galleries and unique shopping. And various food and music festivals are hosted in this small town each year.
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Dunes Trail is a steep trail in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The 3.5-mile hike along steep dunes requires two to four hours to compete and ends at Lake Michigan.
20.7 Miles
The Empire Bluff Trail is a 1.5-mile hilly round trip trail overlooking Lake Michigan. The trail, not completely open in the winter, is built through beech-maple forests, fields, and around dune plants.
20.7 Miles
Old Indian Trail is a hiking trail that traverses woods, passes through dunes, and ends at a secluded beach. The trail is a loop, so hikers do not have to retrace their steps to return to the beginning.
20.7 Miles
Located in the Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Platte Plains Trail is composed of several loops that create a total trail of just under 15 miles. Three viewing sites reveal Lake Michigan, and there are a few intermediate skill level ski trail sections.
20.8 Miles
Situated toward the Northern end of Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Surf & Kayak offers rentals of surfboards, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. A large inflatable paddleboard known as the SUPsquatch is also available for group use.
21.0 Miles
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9922 Front Street, Empire, MI 49630
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The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Empire offers hiking and biking paths, paddle boating and kayaking, and climbing on the dunes. Multiple trails are featured and there is also a driving trail with scenic stops.
21.5 Miles
Traverse City Tours offers fun tours for adults looking to explore Michigan's wine country. The tour takes guests aboard a sailboat to explore the shoreline or on land for wine and micro-brew tours.
22.0 Miles
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf is a family entertainment center featuring an 18-hole miniature golf course. Other attractions include go-carts, a zipline, bumper boats, a ropes challenge course, a water coaster, and an arcade room.
22.9 Miles
The 47-acre Traverse City State Park was established with just 16 acres in 1920. The park is popular for its beach, biking, fishing, along with metal detecting because the area was originally the home of the Ottawa branch of the Algonquin Indians.
23.6 Miles
With nature trails, a boat launch, and seasonal camping, Whitewater Township Park has maintained a rural culture and vibe. Camp sites include access to coin operated showers, wood, ice, and some electric sites.