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BIKE / MOPED RENTALSBayside Cycles, LLCMoped/Motorcycle rentals, Motorcycles bought/sold, Service/Repairs for Harley Davidson and most other makes, In-house expert mechanic, Clothing and Helmets, Accessories and parts, Harley Davidson sheet metal parts. 921 Main St. Frankfort 49635. Ph: 231-352-9700. Email: don@baysidecycles.com Conundrum Cafe, Inc.Coffeehouse with kayak & bike rentals, pastries, WiFi access, plus 2nd floor (upper) weekly vacation apartment rental. 603 Frankfort Hwy. Elberta, 49628. Ph: 231-352-8150. Email: mcannaert@conundrumcafe.com Pedal Perfection, Inc.Pedal Perfection offers recreational pedal driven speciality bikes, surreys, & other products for adults & children. Located at Bayside Printing, 515 Main St. Frankfort, 231-920-4025. Jill & Richard Lutz. 11am to 9pm. 7 days a week. Reservations recommended. Email: lutzie@charter.net
CAMPING / CANOEING / KAYAKING / TUBING Betsie River Campsite Open April 1 to October 1 Honor Canoe RentalsNew Canoes, New Kayaks, New Tubes. Servicing the Upper and Lower Platte River. Located East of Honor, on US 31-North at Whispering Creek Resort. Reservations appreciated. Barney & Mary Geetings. 2212 Valley Rd. Honor, 49640. Ph: 231-325-0112 or 231-631-1637. Honor Trading PostConvenience store with canoe livery. Homemade pizzas, hand dipped ice cream, beer, wine, liquor license. 8294 Deadstream Rd. Honor, 49640. Ph: 231-325-2202. Interlochen Eagles 3503 Club and CampgroundEagles Club with state licensed campground open to the public. 20724 Honor Hwy. Interlochen, 49643. Ph: 231-631-1117 or 231-275-7189. Sleepy Bear Campgrounds Inc.Family owned and oriented campgrounds with modern wooded sites and heated pool. Owner Gary Becker. Mgrs. Jim Teppo and Janice Teppo. 6760 W Empire Hwy. Empire, 49630. Ph: 231-326-5566. Fax: 231-326-5711. Sunnywoods Motel/Cabins/CampgroundSwimming Pool, AAA - 1 Diamond 16 Units - motel/housekeeping units & cabins all with AC/micro/coffee/ refrig/cable TV. Sleeps 4-6. Campground with full hookups, bathhouse/game room/laundry. Convenience store with liquor/beer/wine/grocery. 3 miles east of Honor on US31 on the Platte River. 14065 Honor Hwy. Beulah, 49617. Ph: 231-325-3952 or 800-347-9728 Timberline CampgroundOpen Year Round - Full service mid-March to Dec. 1. 206 camp sites/full hook-ups/pull thrus & tent sites. wireless internet, Heated pool, Acryllic showers, pavilion, playground, dump station. Minutes from Betsie & Platte Rivers, Crystal lake, Big & Little Platte Lakes & lake Michigan. Located in Benzonia. 231-882-9548. Vacation Trailer Park & Vacation Trailer Sales
Riverside Canoe Trips Sleeping Bear Surf & KayakNorthern Michigan's freshwater surf shop. Largest selection of skimboards, surfboards, & body boards. Sea kayaks by Current Designs. Swimwear, apparel, & wet suits. Rentals, Lessons, & Tours. Get your feet wet! Downtown Empire. Ph: 231-326-9283. Uncommon Adventures
CHARTER BOATS / FISHING / GUIDES / BOAT CRUISES / ECO- TOURS Backcast Fly Shop / Benzie Pets Benzie Fishing Service Crystal AdventuresIce Fishing Trips with shanty! Gold Coast Charter Service, Inc.Capt. Eric Walline. North Star Marina, Elberta. 28' charter Edition Cherokee. 1/2 and full day charters. Multiple boat trips arranged. Children welcome. All fishing and safety equipment supplied. May thru Sept. Call 866-429-0126 www.fishgoldcoast.com or e-mail us at info@fishgoldcoast.com Hammerhead ChartersCaptain John Morrow is licensed by the United States Coast Guard.The vessel for your expedition is Hammerhead II, a 38' Pursuit powered by twin 500 hp engines. DNR inspected and has all USCG required safety equipment. Hammerhead Charters provides the ultimate fishing experience in safety and comfort. Ph: 231-645-9116. Email: johnnorthwoods@centurytel.net River Guide Service & Fishblaster Custom RodsGuiding over 20 years on Northern Michigan's scenic premier Steelhead and Salmon Rivers. With our vast knowledge and specialized custom tackle its priority that our customers get the best fishing experience possible. We offer River and Inland Lake trips customized to fit any anglers preferences. Half and full day trips available. Pat Fary or Kim Fary. 10516 Seneca St. Charlevoix, 49720. Ph: 231-439-9122 or 231-881-1157. Email: pkfary@yahoo.com Sea Joy Charter FishingCharter fishing on the Sea Joy boats offer an opportunity to catch a wide variety of fish species, including Lake Trout, Browns, Steelhead, Coho salmon, and Chinook (King) salmon. The Sea Joy, commanded by Captain Mike, is a new 32’ Luhrs and Sea Joy II is a 31’ Silverton, both with twin engines and fly bridges. Each boat is equipped with state of the art electronics, electric down-riggers, & proven tackle. Meeting all USCG safety standards. 324 Lake St. PO Box 469, Frankfort, 49635. Ph: 231-352-7511. Sleeping Bear Dunes Boat Cruises, LLCCome explore the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore from the comfort of our Tour Boat! The views are breathtaking, up close and wonderful! Bluffs, beaches, sand dunes, & lighthouses along the Lake Michigan shoreline will delight viewers of all ages. Your journey begins in Frankfort located in beautiful Northwest Lower Michigan! Ph: 231-352-8102 or 888-469-4696 Wild Waters Charter & Guide Service, LLCFishing Instruction, Conservation Education, Eco/Photo Tours & Fishing Charters for Salmon, Steelhead, Browns, Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye. Captain Mike Willsey. Lake Ann, 49650. Ph: 231-275-3021 or 231-944-9521
Make sure to try both the Betsie and Platte Rivers for Great Spring Steelhead fishing or the excellent Fall Salmon run! GOLFING The high bluffs, thick forests, and rolling farmland of Northwestern Lower Michigan provide the ideal terrain for the game of golf. Awesome "Up-North" golf courses challenge you while you enjoy the spectacular scenery of Benzie County. Champion Hill Crystal Lake Golf ClubGreat Golf Great Price. 18 holes, overlooking beautiful Crystal Lake. Seasonal restaurant. Couples nights. (Dinner for two & 9 holes of golf). 8493 Fairway Dr. Beulah, 49617. Ph: 231-882-4061. Fax: 231-882-9062. Email: Crystallakegc@hotmail.com Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa Heathlands Golf CourseWild and wonderful 18 hole championship golf course. 6444 Farr Rd. Onekama, 49675. Ph: 231-889-5644. Mistwood Golf Course Pinecroft Golf Course
MARINE - MARINAS Bear Lake MarineYour Up-North marine specialists, with marine sales, service, storage, boat rental, dock and lift accessories. We carry Alumacraft, Sunfish, Crest, Evinrude, Classic Dock, ShoreStation and Alumi-span. 7798 Hopkins Dr. PO Box 156, Bear Lake, 49614. Ph: 231-864-3667. Fax: 231-864-3669. Website: www.bearlakemarine.com. Booher's Marine Service Inc. On Crystal Lake. Sales of boats, motors, pontoons, docks & hoists. Dockside fueling & service by factory trained/certified techs. Rentals: Showroom on US 31: 8888 Honor Hwy, US 31, Beulah 231-882-9636. Lakeside at 7271 Crystal Drive, Beulah. 231-882-7058. Also, Ski boat & pontoon, personal watercraft rentals. East Shore Marina MacDonald Marine - Boat Rentals Now Available! Marine Tech's IncWe repair all brands of outboard motors, provide Winter storage & Dock sales. 1351 Michigan Ave. (US 31) Benzonia, 49616. Ph: 231-882-0766 Fax: 231-882-0788.
OUTDOOR SPORTS CENTERS Betsie Valley Sales & Service, Inc. Arctic cat and Polaris authorized snowmobile sales & service for winter fun. Polaris ATV, your ar-round utility vehicle. Extensive parts, accessories & clothing on hand. We sell snowmobiles every month of the year! River St. at US-31 in Benzonia. 231-882-7273. Crystal Lake Adventure Sports - Beulah"Your Outdoor Specialty Retailer" - Apparel, Footwear, Gear. Located in downtown Beulah & Frankfort. We have a large selection of rentals of Bikes, Kayaks, Surfboards, & Standup Paddleboards. Rental available daily/Hourly/Weekly. Full service bike shop. Open 7 days a week. Randy & Elaine Newbold. 214 S Benzie Blvd., PO Box 200, Beulah, 49617. Ph: 231-882-2527 Crystal Lake Adventure Sports - Frankfort"Your Outdoor Specialty Retailer" - Apparel, Footwear, Gear. Located in downtown Frankfort & Beulah. We have a large selection of rentals of Bikes, Kayaks, Surfboards, & Standup Paddleboards. Rental available daily/Hourly/Weekly. Open 7 days a week. Randy & Elaine Newbold. 325 Main St. Frankfort, 49617. Ph: 231-352-4574 Crystal Mountain SportsYour slopeside source for all your snowsport products – hardgoods, softgoods, accessories, demos and service. Resort apparel, logo items, and fun products. 12500 Crystal Mountain Dr, Thompsonville. Ph: 231-378-2000 Sleeping Bear Surf & KayakNorthern Michigan's freshwater surf shop. Largest selection of skimboards, surfboards, & body boards. Sea kayaks by Current Designs. Swimwear, apparel, & wet suits. Rentals, Lessons, & Tours. Get your feet wet! Downtown Empire. Ph: 231-326-9283.
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WATERPARKS Crystal Mountain Resort & SpaPark at Water's Edge Outdoor Pool & Water Playground.This one-acre park has a huge heated pool with central swimming area, lap lanes, water volleyball and zero-depth entry with slides, water cannons and lily pads, plus grassy picnic and sand play areas, a 32-ft. climbing wall and year- round hot tub. Open June through September (weather permitting). Call 1-800-968-7686 ext. 7000 for details on group parties.
WATERSPORT RENTALS Bear Lake MarineYour Up-North marine specialists, with marine sales, service, strorage, dock, lift accessories, and rentals. We carry Alumacraft, Sunfish, Crest, Johnson, Evinrude, ShoreStation, Alumi-span. 7798 Hopkins Dr. Bear Lake, 49614. Ph: 231-864-3667. Fax: 231-864-3669. Crystal Lake Marina, Inc. MacDonald Marine - Boat Rentals Now Available! Sunset Watersports, Inc.Ski Boats & Jet Ski Rentals - FREE Delivery. PO Box 1932, Traverse City, 49685. Ph: 231-932-1800. |
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