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Outdoor Recreation & Outfitters

Whether you're boating or fishing, sailing on the lake, hiking or biking our many trails or spending time playing in the winter snow, you'll soon realize that Charlevoix truly is Northern Michigan's greatest kept secret.  Search through the listings below to find the perfect recreation activity for you and your family or friends.  You'll also find outfitters and charters for renting boats, guides and equipment to get you set for your next adventure!

Mt. McSauba Recreational Area

  • 09223 Mt. McSauba Rd., Charlevoix
  • Beach, Downhill Skiing, X-Country Skiing
  • 231-547-3253
Map Charlevoix's year round recreational area set on Lake Michigan! In the summer there is access to remote beaches with sand dunes and hiking trails through beautiful wooded areas. In the winter enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboard park, snowshoeing, sledding and ice skating.

Fisherman's Island State Park

  • 16480 Bells Bay Rd., Charlevoix
  • Beach
  • 231-547-6641
Map A 2678 acre state park with 5 miles of unspoiled Lake Michigan shoreline and miles of hiking trails through forests and dunes.

Charlevoix Rod & Gun Club

  • 11330 US 31 N, Charlevoix
  • Other
  • 231-547-2785
Map Club grounds are located on 130 picturesque acres of land. The facilities will meet all needs for the discriminating shooter, and welcomes newcomers to the sport.

Charlevoix Walking Tour

  • 103 Bridge Park Dr, Charlevoix
  • Other
  • 888-446-4095
Map Walk through Charlevoix's history and present day culture

Michigan Beach Park

  • 95 Grant St., Charlevoix
  • Beach
  • 231-547-3253
Map Watch the sun set over the lighthouse into Lake Michigan

Sunshine Charters

  • 299 Bridge Park Dr, Charlevoix
  • Boat and Sailing Charter/Rental
  • 231-547-0266
Map Sail the open waters of Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan on a catamaran sailboat.

Ward Brothers Boats

  • 106 East Antrim St, Charlevoix
  • Boat and Sailing Charter/Rental
  • 231-547-2371
Map Set in the downtown Charlevoix marina Ward Brother's has late model rental boats and fishing charters.

Revolution Bike

  • 102 Mason St, Charlevoix
  • Outfitters
  • 231-237-0900
Map Bicycle gear, rentals and repairs.

Flight Deck

  • 6966 US 31, Charlevoix
  • 231-547-2848
The Flight Deck on one side offers a bar atmosphere including an outdoor patio with pub food and the other side offers a bowling alley.

Boyne Mountain

  • Downhill Skiing
  • 231-549-6000
Map Downhill skiing 30 minutes from Charlevoix
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