ALL WAYS

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!

Plan you summer summer escape to Cadillac
Check out hiking and biking trails
Take to our waterways
Explore Cadillac's culture & rich history
Browse the event scene in the Greater Cadillac Area

Listen Locally: Live Music Summer 2023

by CAVB Staff | April 15, 2023 | Cadillac Stories, Culture and Entertainment, Events, Summer | 2 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 an variety of opportunities for you to enjoy live music this summer. The Rotary Performing Arts...

6 Pet Friendly Patios For Dining In Cadiilac

by CAVB Staff | August 21, 2022 | Downtown, Food, Drink & Markets, Summer | 0 Comments

For many of us, our pets are like family and it is only natural to want to take them everywhere. And for those with service animals, they really do need to be taken everywhere. Unfortunately, there are many places that don't allow our furry friends in while we eat and...

A Quick Guide to Fun Summer Rentals in the Cadillac Area

by CAVB Staff | August 21, 2022 | Summer, Water | 0 Comments

When in Cadillac during the summer, enjoying our lakes and rivers are a must! Kayaking, swimming, boating and jet skiing are only a handful of the things you can do. But the cost of investing in equipment is expensive, especially when you can only use it for just a...

Walk, Run, Hike & Bike – Here are the Top 7 Scenic Routes in Cadillac

by Dave Foley | June 16, 2022 | Cadillac Stories, Downtown, Out and About with Dave Foley, Self Guided Trips, Spring, Summer, Trails & Parks | 2 Comments

By Dave Foley: Tired of running the same old routes? If you’re visiting Cadillac you can go out every day for a week, never take the same route twice and start each one within five miles of downtown.#1 Keith McKellop Walkway (2 Miles) Probably the best known is the...

Take a 5 Day Golf Trip to Cadillac, Michigan

by CAVB Staff | May 23, 2022 | Cadillac Stories, Golfing, Spring, Summer | 0 Comments

There are eight dynamic courses within 30 minutes of Cadillac. While each offers a unique golfing experience, they share the special beauty that is unique to this area, feature well-cared for courses and friendly, welcoming service. Each course is easily accessible...

Treat Yourself to Sweets!

by CAVB Staff | June 7, 2021 | Cadillac Stories, Food, Drink & Markets, Summer | 0 Comments

Occasionally, the time in between holidays can seem long and boring. You may find yourself looking for reasons to leave the house or grab some treats with friends and family. This list of National Dessert days will be a great start to getting out and enjoying the...

Walking the Clam River Greenway

by Nate Houk | October 28, 2019 | Cadillac Stories, Downtown, Hiking Trails, Spring, Summer, Trails & Parks | 0 Comments

The Clam River Greenway is a 1.6 mile paved trail that takes visitors from the CASA soccer fields to a couple Lake Cadillac trails. The trail is 10 feet wide and covers multiple boardwalks, bridges, and snakes with the Clam River through its entirety. "Walking and...

Explore the Cadillac Heritage Trail

by Nate Houk | October 28, 2019 | Cadillac Stories, Spring, Summer, Trails & Parks | 0 Comments

Cadillac Heritage Trail is a 3.5-mile nature trail managed by Mitchell State Park. It can be accessed from the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center. The benefits of hiking are well documented, showing that seniors who hike regularly experience: Improved...

Keith McKellop Walkway

by Nate Houk | August 12, 2019 | Cadillac Stories, Summer, Trails & Parks | 0 Comments

Lake Cadillac's Eastern Shoreline Park The Keith McKellop Walkway is a 1.5-mile concrete trail that boasts gorgeous views of Lake Cadillac. The east shoreline walkway is four feet wide and consists of concrete. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),...