National Shrine of the Cross In The Woods 7078 M-68, Indian River 231.238.8973 ~ crossinthewoods.com
$10 per person.
Made from a single California redwood tree from Oregon, this awe-inspiring figure is 55 feet high, 22 feet wide and weighs 14 tons. Renowned sculptor Marshal M. Fredericks created the bronze image of The Crucified Christ, which was raised into place in 1959. Also featured is a 525-piece doll museum; all dolls are dressed in garb of religious men and women. Shrines, nature walk and gift store. Open year-round, dawn to dusk.
Jones Landing Park Beach (Wheelchair ramp right to the water.) On Walloon Lake, Petoskey.
Beaches Magnus Park (Hunt here for Petoskey Stones.)
Odawa Casino 1760 Lears Road, Petoskey 877.4.GAMING (442.6464) ~ odawacasino.com Odawa Casino Petoskey offers Vegas-style gaming in the heart of northern Michigan. With more than 1,000 slot machines to welcome players of every skill level, you’ll be sure to feel pure excitement and warm hospitality here. Find your lucky machine or take a seat at your favorite table game. At Odawa Casino, everything comes together to enhance your experience. Become a Pure Rewards Club member and feel the rewards with discounts, offers and special invitations. Odawa Casino offers three dining options: The Waas-no-de’ Buffet, Sage and Copper Café are sure to satisfy any palate. Beverage options include the Rendezvous Lounge and O Zone nightclub. Let us host your next special event with 17,000 sq. ft. of meeting space to accommodate up to 900 people. Or simply come to relax at the Odawa Hotel, located 3 minutes from the casino, along Hwy 131. FREE complimentary shuttle service is available between the casino and hotel.
On Little Traverse Bay, downtown Petoskey. Peninsula Municipal Park Beach (Picnic & play volleyball, too.) Near Harborage Marina, Boyne City. Motor coach groups and RVs are welcome. Please call 877.442.6464 for more information. Owned and operated by the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. From the beautiful architectural design to superior guest service, your visit to Odawa Casino will be one to remember. Raven Hill Discovery Center 4737 Fuller Rd., East Jordan 231.536.3369 ~ MIRavenHill.org Where science, history and the arts connect. Includes hands-on museum and live exotic animals, as well as many activities and exhibits both indoors and outside. Play in the outdoor Earth Tones Music Garden, walk Beyond Jurassic Park and explore the Tree House, One Room Schoolhouse, Evolving Technology Building and the Ancient World. Open Noon–4pm Sat. and 2pm–4pm Sun. year-round, as well as 10am–4pm weekdays from April 1 to October 31. Also open most holiday breaks. Classes, visits and space rental available anytime by request. Call to schedule onsite or as outreach. General Admission:
State Parks Located in Petoskey, Boyne City, Charlevoix, Indian River and Mackinaw City. Sturgeon Bay Beach (Play in the sand dunes.) On Lake Michigan, Cross Village. Tannery Beach (Dog friendly!) On Lake Charlevoix, Boyne City. Thorne Swift Nature Preserve (Small, but pristine.) Lower Shore Drive, Harbor Springs. Zoll Street Beach (Great for kids & dog friendly, too.) On Little Traverse Bay, downtown Harbor Springs. Zorn Park (Seasonal lifeguard & swimming rafts.) On Little Traverse Bay, downtown Harbor Springs.
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