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Traverse City in Northern Michigan is surrounded by beaches along the shoreline of Lake Michigan, exquisite natural scenery, a rich history, and a wealth of activities. Summers are made for family-friendly fun: ride bikes along the smoothly paved trails around Grand Traverse Bay, hike up the famous Sleeping Bear Dunes and watch a Traverse City Beach Bums baseball game.
Fall in Traverse City sees hay rides and blueberry picking, while winter is a snowy delight of snowboarding, skiing or tubing down powder-white slopes. For indoor entertainment, the Great Lakes Children's Museum offers a wonderful insight into the importance of the Great Lakes, while the Historic State Theater is the place to go for children’s movies and shows.
Where to Stay: Great Wolf Lodge has a water park, spa for kids and themed suites with mini log cabins and caves for kids.
Don’t Miss: The National Cherry Festival in July is a must for a fun day of fruit-picking and eating.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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