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EXPLORING SUMMER

Cadillac is the perfect Northern Michigan destination for everything summer. Make way for summer fun on the trails, beaches, and waterways of Cadillac.

SUMMER DAYS IN CADILLAC

Imagine the sun shining on your face as you leisurely travel the path around Lake Cadillac, making your way toward Kenwood Park for a day at the beach without a care in the world. Or maybe cruising across Lake Mitchell headed out on the water fishing the day away.

Cadillac offers an abundance of opportunities for summertime fun: fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking, backpacking, camping, mountain biking, golfing, horseback riding, kayaking, and bird-watching. Whatever your interest, adventures abound!

Throw. Laugh. Repeat. Disc Golf in Cadillac

by CAVB Staff | July 27, 2026 | Cadillac Stories, Out In The Middle Of Everywhere, Summer, Trails & Parks | 2 Comments

Disc golf is another way to Fuel Your Soul in Cadillac, MI. With sixteen disc golf courses to choose from within 25 miles of downtown Cadillac, you can even make a weekend out of it!

Jump into Reel Life: Greater Cadillac Fishing Guide

by CAVB Staff | July 1, 2026 | Cadillac Stories, Fall, Out In The Middle Of Everywhere, Self Guided Trips, Summer, Water | 0 Comments

Did you hear the news? The fish are biting, and the docks are in at Lake Mitchell and Lake Cadillac. Greater Cadillac is an outdoorsman’s paradise, and fishing here is like that sandy Caribbean beach you can’t leave – it’s everywhere. If water is your thing,...

Events FAQ

by CAVB Staff | June 26, 2026 | Cadillac Stories, CAVB News, Culture and Entertainment, Events, Fall, Shopping, Summer, winter | 0 Comments

Are you hosting an event and don’t see it on our website? This is the place for you. Today, I’ll guide you through the process to ensure your event makes it to us. Q: I have an event, it has no Facebook page, or website, how can I create a Facebook event?...

Dogwalker’s Paradise: A Guide to Dog-Friendly Travel in the Cadillac Area

by CAVB Staff | May 13, 2026 | Fall, Hiking Trails, Late Fall, Spring, Summer, Trails & Parks, winter | 0 Comments

Dogwalker’s Paradise: A Guide to Dog-Friendly Travel in the Cadillac Area *Our Dog Blog is updated regularly; any additional suggestions are welcome* Traveling is great, but when you have dogs, it can get a bit “hairy” at times. In the Cadillac Area, there are plenty...

Paddling 5 Northern Waterways This Fall In Cadillac

by CAVB Staff | August 31, 2025 | Cadillac Stories, Fall, Out and About with Dave Foley, Spring, Summer, Water | 0 Comments

You don't have to go north to Ontario or the Upper Peninsula to enjoy a wilderness-like paddling experience. In less than an hour's drive from Cadillac, one can find stretches of the Pine and Manistee River as well as the Tippy and Hodenpyl backwater impoundments...

10 Must-Do Experiences for a Ladies Weekend in the Cadillac Area

by CAVB Staff | June 27, 2025 | Cadillac Stories, Downtown, Self Guided Trips, Shopping, Summer | 0 Comments

Looking for the perfect spot for your next girls' getaway? The Cadillac area combines lakeside charm, boutique shopping, delicious dining, and unique activities to create the ultimate ladies weekend. Whether you're ready to relax, explore, or indulge—Cadillac has you...

Lace Up Those Shoes for a Week’s Worth of Trails in Cadillac, MI!

by CAVB Staff | May 19, 2025 | Biking, Cadillac Stories, Downtown, Hiking Trails, Out and About with Dave Foley, Self Guided Trips, Spring, Summer, Trails & Parks | 0 Comments

Tired of running the same old routes? If you're looking for different views of Cadillac here is a plan for your week - never run the same route twice and start each run within five miles of downtown!Sunday McKellop Walkway Probably the best known is the McKellop...

Listen Locally: Live Music Summer 2025

by CAVB Staff | May 15, 2025 | Cadillac Stories, Culture and Entertainment, Events, Spring, Summer | 9 Comments

Looking for details on the Cadillac music scene? Find the best in local performers and even Grammy award-winning artists on tour, up north! The Greater Cadillac Area has a variety of opportunities for you to enjoy live music this summer. Coyote Crossing Summer Music...

10 FREE Things For Kids To Do In Cadillac This Summer

by CAVB Staff | May 13, 2025 | Cadillac Stories, Summer | 2 Comments

Are you ready for a fun-filled summer? Check out some of the best FREE things to do with your kiddos this summer right here in Northern Michigan!1. Take A Trip To The Cadillac Farmers Market Experience the vibrant flavors and colors of the Cadillac Farmers Market...

Cadillac Area Events You Can’t Miss in 2026

by CAVB Staff | March 5, 2025 | Caddy the Bear, Cadillac Stories, Events, Spring, Summer | 6 Comments

Fatty Caddy Fat Tire Bike Race, January 10th - Cadillac Pathway. 13- mile course consisting of three laps through the wooded trails, a longer, two-lap raced covering 22 miles. Courses are designated for seasonal and newcomers to Fat Tire Biking. Learn more at...