Move over, Chicago the Midwest is also home to some stellar small towns.
Read on to plan your nextMidwestern getaway.
Don’t forget to hunt for the famous Petoskey stones at nearbyPetoskey State Park.
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Spend some time relaxing at theWaters Spaor hitting the links at theWhistling StraitsorBlackwolf Rungolf courses.
Other Dutch-inspired spots includeVander Ploeg Bakery,Ulrich’s Meat Market,Dutch Fix, andJaarsma Bakery.
To explore by car, take theSouth Unit’s 48-mile scenic drive, which begins and ends in town.
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“The Cape Cod of the Midwest”), but Fish Creek is a charming option.
Rest your head atThorp House Inn & Cottages, a quaint choice for accommodations.
Bikers should check out one of the state’s premier pathways, theRoot River State Trail.
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Plus, catch a play at the renowned community theater, theCommonweal.
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