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EXPLORING CADILLAC
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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),...
Woods & Water Fishing
The warm low waters seen as the summer drags on create an increased density of trout in the deep pools. Targeting these deep holes after rapids and gravel often create the most opportunities to hook into a quality trout. Time of day is also an important factor. The...
Top 5 Places to Fish Opening Day of Trout Season
By Dylan Cook For many, the opening day of trout season is a woodsmen’s holiday only rivaled by the opening day of deer season. The last Saturday of April, which falls on the 27th this year, will see anglers from across the state head to the river in search of the...
Gobble, gobble… Spring is upon us; turkey hunting season is here
We are, in my opinion, in the “good ole days” of turkey hunting. It may be hard to believe, but not too long ago the wild turkey hunting season was unimaginably different. In the late 1970’s, according to Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources, a hunter had only a...
A December Backpacking Trip on the Manistee River Trail Loop
As the seasons change and winter arrives, many people put away their backpacking gear. But as the snow falls and the crowds disappear, a new adventure awaits. It was a cold December night, and our group met at the Upper River Road trailhead on the North Country...
New Winter Sports Trail at Cadillac Pathway popular with Fat-bikers
By Dave Foley When the snow conditions are right, the MDNR Cadillac Pathway parking lot off Seeley Road just east of Cadillac, will be filled with cars left by cross country skiers, fatbikers, and snowshoers. While the Cadillac Pathway has been a popular cross country...
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...
Oh my Cod, Michigan has great Seafood Dishes!
By Erica Benham Oh my Cod, Michigan has great Seafood Dishes! You can enjoy Lake Cadillac and Mitchell in more ways than one while sitting lakeside at one of our many lakeside restaurants. Get hooked on the abundant fish dishes. Cadillac Grill Salmon Eldorado: A...
2 Lakes, A Canal, A Railroad & A Bit of History
2 Lakes, A Canal, A Railroad & A Bit of History When George Mitchell, timber seeker, arrived on the eastern shore of Little Clam Lake (later Lake Cadillac) in 1871, two events that year led him to establish his community quickly at the site. The Great...
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....
The Mystery of the Canal
A WINTER MYSTERY ON THE CANALHave you ever visited the canal connecting Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell? Built as a lifeline during the logging era in the late 1800s, the canal has a mystery that many notice every winter. The lakes will freeze and the...
10 Beautiful Places for Wedding Photos in Cadillac
By Sisters Studio AMAZING PHOTO SITES Cadillac City Park – Find it on a map Cadillac Commons and City Park evoke all the historical charm and sophistication that makes our town unique. The Eggle Fountain and Shay Locomotive at City Park are among the most requested...
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...