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EXPLORING CADILLAC
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Hooking Into The Fall Steelhead Run
(Parker McNitt fighting a steelhead on a center pin rod) The Manistee River, located west of Cadillac, is the mecca of steelhead fishing. Steelhead, a migratory rainbow trout, are one of the most sought-after fish in the world. Every year, thousands of these fish...
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...
Tour Waldeck Island
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...
Walking the 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...
Explore the 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...
U-Pick, We Pick, Everyone Picks – Fresh Fruit this Summer
Take advantage of Northern Michigan by grabbing a bucket and heading out to pick fresh Blueberries at Double L Farms here in Cadillac. Double L Farms is a family owned business. At the farm they sell local, fresh blueberries. They are MAEAP certified which...
Top Spots for Sweets and Treats in Cadillac
By Erica Benham DONUT Worry, Be Happy About These Great DessertsCadillac has some of the best homemade treats around. It would be a shame for you to leave town without indulging in some of them. Here’s a list of some great options! Passage North: Top off your meal at...
5 Signs You Should Eat Out in Cadillac
By Erica Benham Cadillac has a lot to offer. If you needed a reason for a night out, give one of these a try. You enjoy a hefty serving of meat with a side of potatoes or vegetables. You’d be immediately drawn to Coyote Crossings’sirloin steak dinner or the Lakewood...
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...
Greater Cadillac Area ‘Time Traveling Tour’
Are you looking to immerse yourself into the local history and culture? The Greater Cadillac Area has seven museums available to you throughout the summer, all located within 30 minutes of Cadillac. Spend some time traveling to each location and experience not only...
U-Pick, We Pick, Everyone Picks – Fresh Fruit this Summer
Take advantage of Northern Michigan by grabbing a bucket and heading out to pick fresh Blueberries at Double L Farms here in Cadillac. Double L Farms is a family owned business. At the farm they sell local, fresh blueberries. They are MAEAP certified which...
10 Ways to Spend Your Days in Cadillac: With Your Kids!
1. Putt-Putt, Go-Karts, & Waterslides—Oh My! Adventure Island: Adventure Island Family Fun Park was developed with the family in mind. Two water slides provide the ultimate in water entertainment. Try our Hydro-tube Speed Slide for a real thrill. Our...
Navigating through History
Are you looking to dive deeper into the history and culture of the Greater Cadillac area? The Wexford County Historical Society (WCHS) Museum is the right place for you. With artifacts, photographs, maps, paintings, documents and exhibits of daily life in...
Top 5 "Early Summer Hot Spots" in Cadillac
It could be considered rare for a relatively laid back northern Lower Michigan community to have such an eclectic mix of options to include in its choice for Top 5 Destinations. But if you know anything about Cadillac, this is pretty much business as...