Pennsylvania Park and the state park have sandy beach stretches and rolling dunes for an ideal picnic setting; the former even has an Art in the Park juried exhibition in July. The lakefront Little Traverse History Museum is a must-visit for history buffs who will also revel in the historic architecture of the town’s Victorian style buildings and quaint shops lining the downtown streets. Nearby Walloon Lake’s beauty will make you realize how it inspired the genius in Ernest Hemmingway who spent his childhood summer vacations here; Lake Charlevoix is a must-visit, too. Even golfers have Petoskey’s Crooked Tree Golf Club to enjoy the scenic lake waters while they putt; nearby Harbor Springs has some spectacular golf courses, too. Enjoy it all with various cabins, cottage houses, condos, apartments and vacation rentals that dot Petoskey aplenty.
Taste the best of both worlds as Petoskey is rich with natural beauty while still providing a big city's amenities. Winters bring upon plenty of snow sports such as ice skating, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling while in summers one can bask on the sandy lake shores. Collect the beautiful Petoskey stones - Michigan’s state stone; walk the street side walks indulging in gourmet foods and shop-till-you-drop; or simply enjoy the beautiful bay sunset from the cozy confines of your Petoskey vacation rentals.