ACCOMODATIONS - For Vacation Rentals in Glen Arbor including the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Glen Lake and The Homestead Resort, we recommend any of the following.
BEACHES - Lake Michigan and Glen Lake.
We recommend Settler's Park on Big Glen Lake, The Picnic Beach on Little Glen Lake and The Homestead Resort Beach on Lake Michigan. Or, for a pleasant beach, try the beaches at North Bar Lake in the Dunes. Or, you are always welcome to the Lake Michigan Beach in Glen Arbor.
ART in Glen Arbor - The Glen Arbor Art Association on Lake Street in Glen Arbor has visiting artists and special art sessions for children and adults. The Leelanau School also conducts special art and related workshops.
We recommend both.
BIKING in Glen Arbor - Glen Lake - Dunes
Popular Biking Trails include the Leelanau Trail which stretches more than 15 miles through Leelanau and is fine for all fitness levels .... There's also the popular "Glen Lake Loop": pedal 13 miles around Big Glen Lake, Inspiration Point and Glen Arbor .... Or trails within the Sleeping Bear Dunes.
BOATING in Glen Arbor- Glen Lake
ABOUT GLEN ARBOR
GLEN ARBOR Is a quaint, active small village nestled among tall deep- green pines and fresh air/breezes while situated amid the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Lakeshore Park on three incredibly beautiful bodies of water: Lake Michigan with capturing-awesome views of the Manitou Islands and Pyramid Point..... the exceptionally scenic Glen Lakes ranked among the most beautiful lakes in the world ..... and the meandering Crystal River with sparkling-clear flowing waters which truly live-up to the river's name.
In the Village there are restaurants, galleries, design studios, boutiques, grocery stores, shopping, canoe-kayak liveries, unique clothing stores and more. A village post office, a gas station and the local "watering hole", too.
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CHURCHES - Worship in Glen Arbor:
There are three churches:
Glen Lake Community Reformed 231-334-4563
First Church of Christ, Scientist 231-334-4961
Bethlehelm Lutheran Church 231-334-4180
CONCERTS in Glen Arbor:
GOLFING in Glen Arbor.
DINING and EATING IN Glen Arbor: AND SOME BEST KEPT DINING SECRETS
FISHING IN GLEN ARBOR LAKES
HIKING IN GLEN ARBOR AREA
With such beautiful waters surrounding Glen Arbor, boating is popular and desireable.
Boat rentals include Pontoons, Sailboats, Pedal Boats, Kayaks, Canoes and Fishing Boats.
There are concerts to fit every life style in and around Glen Arbor. The Glen Arbor Art Association conducts concerts all Summer including "Concerts at the Dunes". And, the nearby Interlochen Center for the Arts hosts dance, theatrical, musical and visual art presentations all year long.
The Interlochen Summer Arts Festival performances include well known artists and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra to name a few.
Advance Tickets can be purchased by calling Interlochen at 231 - 276 - 6230.
In Glen Arbor, Dining (or Eating) can range from basic and simple .... to elegant and gourmet. Here are some of the favorites:
VOTED "BEST BREAKFAST" .... the basic and simple "FOOTHILLS CAFE" on Glen Lake.
VOTED BEST COFFEE .... Leelanau Coffee Roasting in Downtown Glen Arbor
VOTED BEST HAMBURGERS ... Art's Tavern in Glen Arbor ( the local "watering hole" )
VOTED BEST SEAFOOD AND ENTREES .... The Western Avenue Grille and Boonedocks which are both in Glen Arbor VIllage.
BEST ICE CREAM .... The Pine Cone in Glen Arbor .... Cavanaugh's at The Homestead .... and "Laker Shake" by Glen Lake.
Other popular places include Riverfront Pizza .... Nona's at The Homestead .... and the elegant LaBecasse Country French Dining Establishment by Glen Lake.
Fishing is everywhere in the Glen Arbor Area. On the Lakes and in the Rivers .... Bass. Trout, Perch, Walleyes and Pike .... they all abound in surrounding Glen Arbor waters.
Golfing in the Glen Arbor area has three terrific advantages for a welcomed combination: Scenery, Affordability and just a short drive away.
There's the Arnold Palmer course (King's Challenge) just minutes away from Glen Arbor on Route # 22. And, during the week, they offer the popular "steak and play" for only $ 39. Call 231 - 228 - 7400
The Homestead's par 3 in fun, challenging and quick to "play the views" of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands. Call 231 - 334 - 5555.
The Dunes Golf is a tough 18 hole test for the average golfer because of tight fairways. Terrific location and only minutes away. Call 231 - 326 - 5390.
The Sleeping Bear Golf Club is one of the oldest 18-hole champion courses in northern Michigan and the mid-week rate ( $ 28 ). Call 231 - 228 - 7400.
Two driving ranges are just minutes away as well. One at Sugarloaf and one across the road from the Dunes Golf on M-72 near Glen Arbor.
There are trails for all levels in and around Glen Arbor. Within the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park there is an extensive trail system with over 12 marked trails including trails on by Glen Arbor and the off-shore Manitou Islands.
Trail guides are available at the Park's Main Office in Empire which is only 5 scenic miles from Glen Arbor. We recommend popular trails like Pyramid Point, CottonWood, Empire Bluffs and Bayview.
Call 231- 326 - 5134 for details concerning trail hiking in the Sleeping Bear National Park.
SHOPPING IN GLEN ARBOR
There are other fine dining establishments near Glen Arbor in Leelanau County that offer excellent selections ranging from casual to 4 or 5 Star Dining. For additional dining information please press below.
Shopping in Glen Arbor is delight with goods for all ages and desires. Listed below are examples of popular Glen Arbor Shopping.
TENNIS in Glen Arbor
Tennis activity in Glen Arbor is lively. And, Glen Arbor's clay courts in Downtown Glen Arbor (behind the IGA Market in the City Park Area) often becomes a meeting place for tennis buffs.
There's easy parking by the Courts as well as a small park ideal for young children.
VIEWS of Glen Arbor .... Scenic Views
The Glen Arbor Area is highly scenic at almost every turn and glance.
For especially awesome views, visit Inspiration Point on Glen Lake, the top of Pyramid Point, and the vistas of the Pierce Stocking Trail and Sleeping Bear Dune Climb.
The entire Glen Lake area is scenic: Glen Lake was ranked as the #2 most beautiful Lake in the World by National Geographic Magazine.
And, nearby Fishtown in Leland is one of the most photographed harbors in Michigan.
Vineyards and Wineries
Nearby --- just a short driving distance --- are 12 Vineyards-Wineries. For details and hours, call 231 - 386 - 5201.
GLEN ARBOR AND LEELANAU INFORMATION
FOR YOUR VACATION ENJOYMENT
GLEN ARBOR AND LEELANAU INFORMATION: INCLUDES ACCOMODATIONS, BIKING, HIKING, GOLF, TENNIS SHOPPING, DINING, RESTAURANTS, BOATING, FISHING, LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHES, SLEEPING BEAR SAND DUNES, GALLERIES, ENTERTAINMENT,
EVENTS, RENTAL RECOMMENDATIONS, CONCERTS, MAPS, WEATHER AND MORE!
