The Leelanau.com Map is built using Google Maps. Use the +/- signs to zoom in and out or double click to zoom in. If you have a scroll wheel, that also works. The buttons at the top right show a map view, the satellite view and the terrain view. While not perfect, every place we've checked the terrain was pretty close to right! The Leelanau Peninsula ( / ˈliːlənɔː / LEE-lə-naw) is a peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan that extends about 30 miles (50 km) from the western side of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan into Lake Michigan, forming Grand Traverse Bay. It is often referred to as the "little finger" of the mitten-shaped lower peninsula.
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Michigan's Leelanau Peninsula is home to some of Michigan's most beautiful areas, and our Michigan guide will help you plan your visit to one of Michigan's top travel destinations. Explore Michigan's Leelanau Peninsula On the outer ridge of the northern Michigan "pinky", Leelanau Peninsula juts out into the deep blues of Lake Michigan. Located on the northern end of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, the Leelanau Peninsula is a haven for those looking to immerse themselves in breathtaking scenery, pristine waters, and outdoor adventure. From its picturesque beaches and dense forests to its vast networks of trails and wildlife-filled parks, there's never a shortage of things to explore. The Leelanau Peninsula lies west of Traverse City and extends 30 miles north into Lake Michigan. It is home to the Sleeping Bear Dunes, many inland lakes, orchards, farms, hiking and biking trails, vineyards and wineries. Like its sibling, the Old Mission Peninsula, the Leelanau Peninsula has a varied climate. The scenic Michigan Leelanau Peninsula includes areas of Benzie County, Grand Traverse County and Leelanau County Michigan. Just west of the peninsula is North Manitou and South Manitou islands. Traverse City and Michigan's Leelanau Peninsula has so many fun things to do! We love the Cherry Capital of the World!
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Leelanau County is a peninsula is located in northern Michigan. It is often referred to as the Leelanau Peninsula since the landmass is surrounded by Lake Michigan waters. (You might also hear Michiganders call this area the Mitten's pinkie, too.) The southeastern part of the county is very close to Traverse City, Michigan. The Leelanau Peninsula passes through the northern 45th parallel, which is where many of the world's best wine vineyards are located. As such, there are a lot of winery's located on the Leelanau Peninsula. Below I've listed all the winery's as well as many other popular attractions. 1. Drive Through Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of the Leelanau Peninsula's most popular attractions. This federally protected national lakeshore is home to massive sand dunes formed by glacial sand deposits. The Leelanau Peninsula is small region in the Grand Traverse Bay Area of Northern Michigan. It is the tip of the "pinky finger" on maps of Michigan, and is known for its scenic coastal beauty, small towns, and winemaking. Towns edit Map of Leelanau Peninsula Empire (pop. 378) — a great base for seeing the Sleeping Bear Dunes
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One of the most beautiful sections of the Lake Michigan Circle Tour is found in Leelanau County, which is actually a peninsula northwest of Traverse City. Home to many fine wineries, you will definitely want to spend more than a day on Leelanau Peninsula. Leelanau Peninsula Travel Guide: 10 Things to Do in 24 Hours The ultimate foodie guide to the Leelanau Peninsula, I'm sharing where to eat and what to do for the best weekend getaway! This month, I had the opportunity to spend 24 hours in Michigan's Leelanau Peninsula.
4. Pyramid Point - Glen Arbor If hiking is more your speed, then Sleeping Bear Dunes' Pyramid Point is one of the best trails in the region. It's a quick loop, under three miles, that ends with a sweeping overlook out to the lake from the top of a dune. 5. Laurentide Winery - Lake Leelanau From the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes to the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay, you will experience the amazing beauty that the Leelanau Peninsula has to offer. You will find quaint towns, crystal clear lakes and streams, abundant wildlife and rolling terrain that includes vineyards, farms and forests. CHEERS UPCOMING EVENTS SEE & DO PLAN YOUR TRIP
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