Manistee County Self-Guided Tour Series

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Self-Guided Tours in Manistee County & The Region

The Manistee County Visitors Center has compiled years worth of data on how travelers explore and enjoy Manistee County. Out of numerous discussions and survey’s the Manistee County Self-Guided Tour series was formed.  The tour series consists of hundreds of historic sites, attractions, natural wonders and much much more.  Browse our latest tours below.

Quilt Trail Self-Guided Tour

Quilt Trail Self-Guided Tour

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Lake Michigan Coastal Tour – M22 Scenic Drive

Lake Michigan Coastal Tour – M22 Scenic Drive

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Inland Fall Color Self-Guided Tour

Inland Fall Color Self-Guided Tour

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Coastal Fall Color Self-Guided Tour

Coastal Fall Color Self-Guided Tour

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Winter Sports Self-Guided Tour

Winter Sports Self-Guided Tour

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Natural Wonders Self-Guided Tour

Natural Wonders Self-Guided Tour

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U-Pick & Markets Self Guided Tour

U-Pick & Markets Self Guided Tour

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Bridges & Dams Self-Guided Tour

Bridges & Dams Self-Guided Tour

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Museums of Manistee County

Museums of Manistee County

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Churches Historic Tour

Churches Historic Tour

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West Homes Historic Tour

West Homes Historic Tour

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Destination Sites Historic Tour

Destination Sites Historic Tour

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East Homes Historic Tour

East Homes Historic Tour

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Downtown / Commercial District Historic Tour

Downtown / Commercial District Historic Tour

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Riverwalk

Riverwalk

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Industrial

Industrial

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Guided Tours

Looking to explore the region with a guided tour?  Browse our guided tour options below.

 

Follow the travelers that love Manistee County, enjoy these stories about our incredible outdoor recreation, things-to-do, dining, shopping and unique experiences you will ONLY find here.

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Ready for Spring Adventure

by | February 29, 2024 | Must See Manistee, Seasons, Shopping & Services, Spring, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Maybe a getaway shouldn’t require syncing schedules, endless planning, and meticulous packing. Maybe it should be as easy as planting a pin on a map, grabbing a bag of the essentials, and heading out on the road. Although previously less common, today solo travel is a...
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Victorian Sleighbell Parade & Old Christmas Weekend – The Afterglow

by | September 8, 2018 | Events, Featured, Local History, Uncategorized, Winter | 0 Comments

Written & photography by: Andrew Allen Although its been a little over a week since the Sleighbell Parade, Manistee still glows with the warmth of the holiday season. You’d think being a northern costal town our biggest event would be in the summer, but every year...
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Top 6 Fall Color Trails 2021

by | September 3, 2021 | Adventure Sports, Fall, Featured, First Time Visitors, Seasons, Trails | 0 Comments

If getting out into the fresh air and wide open spaces sounds appealing to you, you are not alone. With all that is going on in the world right now, it is a perfect opportunity to get out, stretch you legs, and enjoy some scenic fall color from our trails.  Here we...
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Outdoor Adventure in Manistee’s North Woods

by | March 22, 2017 | Adventure Sports, Fall, Featured, Local Parks, Outdoors, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Trails, Winter | 0 Comments

If you’re an adventurous explorer, you’ve come to the right place. Our North Woods are in the heart of four-season natural beauty with thrill-a-minute activities. A passionate group of entrepreneurs have developed their own visions to share, creating...
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Mortimer E. Cooley Bridge

by | February 15, 2016 | Fall, Local History, Self Guided Tours | 0 Comments

I can’t count how many times I’ve traveled across M-55 to get to Manistee County from the east side of the state.  What I recently learned is that right before the village of Wellston, you will cross one of Michigan's rarest truss bridges. The Cooley...
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Make it a ladies weekend

by | January 29, 2019 | Beer, Wine & Sprits, First Time Visitors, Shopping & Services, What To Do | 0 Comments

Start in the stores....Grab your group of girlfriends and let’s go north for the weekend!Experience downtown Boutique shopping where you receive a personal greeting from the owner who curated the items for your enjoyment.  When you shop in our boutiques...
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The Salt Industry in Manistee

by | February 1, 2016 | Local History | 5 Comments

When examining a grain of salt or a grain of sand, it is difficult using the naked eye to gauge which one is actually bigger than the other. In terms of Manistee's industrial past, both mineral and sediment have played reasonably equal roles throughout the...
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The Piper Inspires Arcadia Bluffs & Manistee County

by | May 25, 2016 | Golf Resorts, Golfing, Summer | 0 Comments

Picture this. You’re relaxing with friends on the patio at Arcadia Bluffs Lodge, enjoying the warm sunlight softened by the pastel hues that signal the sunset to come. As you gaze westward toward Lake Michigan, you spot the Scottish bagpiper in full...
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Fall Family Fun

by | September 2, 2025 | Fall, First Time Visitors, Seasons, Uncategorized, What To Do | 0 Comments

Something Fun for All Let’s get our hands dirty, breathe in some fresh air out on the trails or take flight. Kids of all ages will find something to spark their curiosity and get inspired in #MyManistee.Take to the Trails Imagine strolling through the woods, colors of...
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Discover the Origins Walk

by | January 23, 2023 | Entertainment & Culture, First Time Visitors, Historic Tours, Local History, Must See Manistee, Tours | 0 Comments

In October of 2022, the Manistee County Visitor’s Bureau unveiled an interpretive signage installation that had been in the works for a number of years. This collaborative project brought together organizations and agencies throughout the region to deliver a new way...
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