ALL WAYS
EXPLORING CADILLAC
Learn about all of the things to do and see from those that have experienced the splendor of Cadillac first hand.
Cadillac Stories
Nature is calling you to come Explore Your Way… our rolling forest-covered hills, ample rivers, diverse lakes, and varied trails all interconnect and span for miles and miles of fun. Our authors share stories and insights from the local perspective.
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SPRING ACTIVITIES
Out and About, 10 Essentials for Your Next Hiking Trip
By Dave Foley: If you enjoy hiking, be it a day trip or an overnight on the trail, there’s plenty of opportunities in the Cadillac area. Pick any stretch of the more than 50 miles or North Country Trail in our area, or hike the Manistee River Trail between Hodenpyl...
Out and About, Fishing Hotspots for Free Fishing Weekend
By Dave Foley: The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has designated June 10-11 as Free Fishing Weekend. That’s right, no license needed. Residents and out-of-state visitors may fish fish for free on both inland and Great Lakes waters, but fishing regulations...
Out and About, 7 Top Running Routes in Cadillac
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 run the same route twice and start each run within five miles of downtown. #1 Keith McKellop Walkway (2 Miles) Probably the best known is the...
5 walking trails that won't disappoint fall color seekers
by Dave Foley When the sumac bushes turn crimson and the maple leaves burst forth in red, I adjust my priorities. Being indoors when nature is staging its annual leafy color show is just wrong. Starting in the last days of September the dominant woodland green starts...
Waterfowl Hunting Tips
Cadillac, Michigan has the luxury of being located in the middle of the Mississippi Flyway. This means that many ducks and geese will migrate through the area on their way south. The Cadillac area also has the good fortune of having many lakes, ponds, and marshes for...
Waldeck Island Nature Preserve
Waldeck Island Nature Preserve is an 11-acre nature preserve located on Stone Ledge Lake. On the preserve is a 1.2-mile looped trail through the serene forests and around the bio-diverse swamp. Walking the trail, exploring the shoreline, and visiting the viewing...
Clam River Greenway
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...
Cadillac Heritage Trail
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...
Cadillac Pathway
The Cadillac Pathway is an 11.3-mile pathway with six loops on the pathways. The Cadillac Pathway is a multi-use, non-motorized recreation trail open for users year-round. The Pathway is on State-owned lands managed by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The...
Keith McKellop Walkway
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),...
Tips From the Tee – Eldorado
We’re here this week with Eldorado Golf Course for “Tips From the Tee.” Eldorado offers 18 holes of pristine Northern Michigan golf. With 18 holes there are 5 different tee boxes that range from 5,018-7,134 yards, there is plenty of course to please all levels of...
Tips From the Tee – Evergreen
Evergreen brings you this week's Tips From the Tee. Evergreen offers 27 total holes on its premises. The full-fledged 18-hole Spruce course boasts a 6,438 yards with a par of 71. Norway, the executive course, has 9-holes of fun with 2,793 yards with a par of 36....
Tips From the Tee – Missaukee Golf Club
The Missaukee Golf Club, a Bob Meyer design, is an 18 hole par 71 course which has been open to public play since 1970. This course ranges from 4,905 yards from the front tees to 6,045 yards from the back tees. The range in distance allows golfers of all skill levels...
Winter Weddings in Cadillac
(Submitted by Kathy Morin, Group Sales Manager at the Cadillac Area Visitors Bureau) When my husband and I got engaged a few years back, we couldn’t decide initially what time of year to have our wedding. Spring is so lively and flowers are in bloom, summer is warm...
A Family Winter Weekend for $500
Enjoy the Winter Views in Cadillac! Here we have outlined a complete weekend in Cadillac filled with lodging, dining shopping and of course, exploring our outdoor winter wonderland. We have taken the guess work out of your weekend, and have outlined a complete...
9 ½ Reasons to Bring Your Meeting or Event to Cadillac
Hi! I’m Kathy Morin, the Group Sales Manager at the Cadillac Area Visitors Bureau. I’d like to share with you about the 9 ½ reasons you need to come to Cadillac. You may wonder, why 9 ½? Read on or watch the video! ...
Cadillac Positioning To Host More Government Meetings
For immediate releasePhoto Caption: Morin (farthest right) at SGMP Conference in Detroit with 26 others who took the CGMP Exam. Contact:Joy VanDrie, Executive Director, 231-775-0657, jvandrie@cadillacmichigan.comKathy Morin, CGMP, Group Sales Manager, 231-775-0657,...
Nate’s Camp Greensky Experience
Twenty-five miles west of downtown Cadillac sits a quaint plot of land that, to the unfamiliar eye, appears to just be an open field. Little do they know that 2,000 some people flock from across the country to experience lovely bluegrass music. This Hoxeyville field...
Listen Locally: Live Music Summer 2019
Have an itch to get outside and listen to local music? This summer the Greater Cadillac Area has multiple opportunities for you to enjoy live, local music. The Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion in downtown Cadillac is hosting live music throughout the summer, as well as...
Touring Old Cadillac
Touring Old CadillacStep back in time and explore the key historic buildings that were built during the thriving lumber era in Cadillac. Many of these buildings still stand proudly today. See the map below that corresponds to the numbered items underneath....
BEST OF 4 SEASONS
Summer 2020 Family Bucket List – Cadillac, Michigan
Take a Day to go Hiking – from wide trails to forest trekking, there are several trails in the area to take the whole family. Always ensure you pack water, possibly a few snacks and bug spray. Most trails only have bathrooms at the trailhead. Make sure you have a...
A Family Winter Weekend for $500
Enjoy the Winter Views in Cadillac! Here we have outlined a complete weekend in Cadillac filled with lodging, dining shopping and of course, exploring our outdoor winter wonderland. We have taken the guess work out of your weekend, and have outlined a complete...
The Superbowl of Deer Season
(Mike Porter, Tim Porter, Levi Rowan, Lynn Frankenberger, and Jon Porter take a break from hunting for a picture and some lunch) November 15, a day for many Michiganders filled with incredible excitement. The opening day of deer rifle season is one of the best days of...
A Family Winter Weekend for $500
Enjoy the Winter Views in Cadillac! Here we have outlined a complete weekend in Cadillac filled with lodging, dining shopping and of course, exploring our outdoor winter wonderland. We have taken the guess work out of your weekend, and have outlined a complete...
Women entrepreneurs succeeding in Downtown Cadillac
CADILLAC — Retail shops in downtown Cadillac are flourishing. Gone are the dark faces of empty storefronts. Instead, colorful window displays, fabulous interior decor and merchandise, and personal service are attracting destination clientele. Behind the retail revival...
5 Reasons to Take Your Kids to a U-Pick Farm this Summer
Looking to get your kids outside this summer? Grab them and head out to one of Greater Cadillac Area’s U-Pick farms for an experience they will love. Here are 5 reasons why:Encourages Healthy Eating: Going to U-Pick farms exposes kids to healthy food...
