Sporting Activities
Enjoy a day on the Lake and learn about the area from the Locals! Take a day cruise and stop at the sand dunes for some Pure Michigan frolicking or anchor down at the sandbar and enjoy some swimming. For a more relaxing evening, try a sunset cruise. You can even get married on her boat. Ordained services available. Contact Barb for more information. Friendly & Affordable! Email provided upon booking.
Meauwataka Lake
Enjoy a day on the Lake and learn about the area from the Locals! Take a day cruise and stop at the sand dunes for some Pure Michigan frolicking or anchor down at the sandbar and enjoy some swimming. For a more relaxing evening, try a sunset cruise. You can even get married on her boat. Ordained services available. Contact Barb for more information. Friendly & Affordable! Email provided upon booking.
Wilderness Canoe Trips
6052 Riverview RdOffering Kayak, Canoe, Rafting & Tubing Trips down the Big Manistee River.
Offering guided paddle trips including WINTER Paddling. Pine river offers the fastest flow of any river in lower Michigan.
8 locals recommend
Pine River Paddlesport Center
9590 M-37Offering guided paddle trips including WINTER Paddling. Pine river offers the fastest flow of any river in lower Michigan.
Offering Horseback Trail Rides, Lessons, Carriage/Wagon/ Sleigh Rides. Stop halfway in Manton for Ice Cream and Eclectic Michigan shopping at Latitude 44 (also listed below in guide).
CJ's Stable
7216 West Walker RoadOffering Horseback Trail Rides, Lessons, Carriage/Wagon/ Sleigh Rides. Stop halfway in Manton for Ice Cream and Eclectic Michigan shopping at Latitude 44 (also listed below in guide).
Take a hike along the Scenic Manistee River. Park at the “Little Mac Footbridge”which crosses the river and connects the North Country Trail to the Manistee River Trail. Great scenic views!! The bridge is a replica of the Mackinac Suspension Bridge.. Small waterfall along the manistee river side. Located only 25 minutes from the cabin.
Little Mac Footbridge
Upper River RoadTake a hike along the Scenic Manistee River. Park at the “Little Mac Footbridge”which crosses the river and connects the North Country Trail to the Manistee River Trail. Great scenic views!! The bridge is a replica of the Mackinac Suspension Bridge.. Small waterfall along the manistee river side. Located only 25 minutes from the cabin.
Side by Side & Snowmobile Rentals. Ride the trails right on site! Make it an Epic Day!
Bigfoot Epic Adventures
7804 West Moorestown RoadSide by Side & Snowmobile Rentals. Ride the trails right on site! Make it an Epic Day!
Visit the largest off road park in Michigan with over 400 acres of fun. Offering year round wheeling for all UTV’s, ATV’s, dirt bikes, Jeeps, Trucks and 4 X 4. Trails, track, obstacles , mud bogs and more! Check their website for more details. Located less than 30 minutes away.
Twisted Trails Off Road Park
Visit the largest off road park in Michigan with over 400 acres of fun. Offering year round wheeling for all UTV’s, ATV’s, dirt bikes, Jeeps, Trucks and 4 X 4. Trails, track, obstacles , mud bogs and more! Check their website for more details. Located less than 30 minutes away.
Boating: Rent a boat for an afternoon on the Water.
Also serving Breakfast/ Lunch and a great selection of Ice Cream 🍦. Low Key Lakeside Patio.
8 locals recommend
Cheryl's Landing and Marina
1749 North BlvdBoating: Rent a boat for an afternoon on the Water.
Also serving Breakfast/ Lunch and a great selection of Ice Cream 🍦. Low Key Lakeside Patio.
Many area Golf Courses. See Informational Happy Cabin Guide for full list of courses.
13 locals recommend
Eldorado Golf Course
7839 46 1/2 RdMany area Golf Courses. See Informational Happy Cabin Guide for full list of courses.
This Township Park sits directly across the lake from Happy Cabin. Accessible by boat, foot, bike or car. Small Public Beach, Sand Dunes, Campground, Boat Launch, Disc Golf Course (complimentary use of disc golf sets in shed).
Be sure to check out our Indoor & Outdoor Scavenger Hunts located directly on the Happy Cabin Property. Instructions can be found in our informational guide and binder.
Clofax Township Park
515 Hillcrest DriveThis Township Park sits directly across the lake from Happy Cabin. Accessible by boat, foot, bike or car. Small Public Beach, Sand Dunes, Campground, Boat Launch, Disc Golf Course (complimentary use of disc golf sets in shed).
Be sure to check out our Indoor & Outdoor Scavenger Hunts located directly on the Happy Cabin Property. Instructions can be found in our informational guide and binder.
Rail to Trail connecting Cadillac to Grand Rapids. 92 miles. Biking, hiking, skiiing/ snowmobiling…
White Pine Trail
White Pine TrailRail to Trail connecting Cadillac to Grand Rapids. 92 miles. Biking, hiking, skiiing/ snowmobiling…
11 miles of trail loop networks. Groomed XC ski trail, WST (Winter Sports Trail-non motorized trail offering fat tire biking, snowshoeing, hiking..)
6 locals recommend
Cadillac Pathway Trailhead
3736 S Seeley Rd11 miles of trail loop networks. Groomed XC ski trail, WST (Winter Sports Trail-non motorized trail offering fat tire biking, snowshoeing, hiking..)
Ski & Golf Resort.
One of the “BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY” ski resorts around. $5 Lift tix <8 years old. The Sky View Lodge (located at the top of the Bunny Hill) offers a cozy indoor space to bring your own Picnic, Crock Pot etc with storage cubbies for your gear.
The Blackmer Day Lodge offers a Bar/Cafeteria.
62 locals recommend
Caberfae Peaks
1 Caberfae LnSki & Golf Resort.
One of the “BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY” ski resorts around. $5 Lift tix <8 years old. The Sky View Lodge (located at the top of the Bunny Hill) offers a cozy indoor space to bring your own Picnic, Crock Pot etc with storage cubbies for your gear.
The Blackmer Day Lodge offers a Bar/Cafeteria.
Crystal Mountain
Ski & Golf Resort.
K&R Outfitters,LLC
6401 East 48 RoadSnowmobile Adventure Tours
Ice Skating: The Wex Ice Rink (Open skate on select Sat/Sun 2-4 pm/Only $3 pp including skate rental) “Glow Skate” on Special Nights. Check website calendar or FB Page.
The Wex Ice Rink
1320 East 13th StreetIce Skating: The Wex Ice Rink (Open skate on select Sat/Sun 2-4 pm/Only $3 pp including skate rental) “Glow Skate” on Special Nights. Check website calendar or FB Page.
Sightseeing
City Park nestled on the shores of Lake Cadillac and the Downtown District. Shops, restaurants and a Farmers Market during select Seasons Tues/Fri/Sat. Try our downtown city scavenger hunt. Instructions can be found in the Happy Cabin binder.
The Market at Cadillac Commons
117 West Cass StreetCity Park nestled on the shores of Lake Cadillac and the Downtown District. Shops, restaurants and a Farmers Market during select Seasons Tues/Fri/Sat. Try our downtown city scavenger hunt. Instructions can be found in the Happy Cabin binder.
Educational nature center with Hiking trails at Mitchell State Park.
6 locals recommend
Carl T. Johnson Hunt and Fish Center
6087 M-115Educational nature center with Hiking trails at Mitchell State Park.
Observation Deck overlooking the Big Manistee River. North Country Hiking Trail Access.
13 locals recommend
High Rollaways Observation Deck
Observation Deck overlooking the Big Manistee River. North Country Hiking Trail Access.
Year Round Farm with seasonal offerings and events. Pumpkin Patch and the Santa Experience are Fun!
Pahl's Country Store
11168 M-37Year Round Farm with seasonal offerings and events. Pumpkin Patch and the Santa Experience are Fun!
Local Farm around the corner from the cabin. Gift shop, feed the alpacas. Call ahead for hours of operation. See more information in the Happy Cabin Binder.
The Hudson Farm
1716 North 29 RoadLocal Farm around the corner from the cabin. Gift shop, feed the alpacas. Call ahead for hours of operation. See more information in the Happy Cabin Binder.
Take a day trip in any season (not just winter/ski) to explore all the sights and activities at Crystal Mountain. Offering fall chairlift rides, alpine slide coaster, Michigan legacy art park (2 miles of hiking/ forest art) and much more…Check their website for prices and hours of operation.
Crystal Mountain (Michigan)
12500 Crystal Mountain DriveTake a day trip in any season (not just winter/ski) to explore all the sights and activities at Crystal Mountain. Offering fall chairlift rides, alpine slide coaster, Michigan legacy art park (2 miles of hiking/ forest art) and much more…Check their website for prices and hours of operation.
Entertainment & Activities
Meauwataka Lake
Scavenger Hunts Created for Guests of Happy Cabin. Inside & Outside Activities.
Live Music, Trivia, Disco, Bingo, Karaoke Nights…this performance and event venue offers something for everyone and you can order Texas BBQ right from your table at the greenhouse) Check their FB Page for more info..
On site and owned by Willow Market (Primos BBQ Cafe, Meats, Local Brews, Wines & Treats). They also have a Wine Room.
The Greenhouse
Live Music, Trivia, Disco, Bingo, Karaoke Nights…this performance and event venue offers something for everyone and you can order Texas BBQ right from your table at the greenhouse) Check their FB Page for more info..
On site and owned by Willow Market (Primos BBQ Cafe, Meats, Local Brews, Wines & Treats). They also have a Wine Room.
Offering affordable SPA services specializing in massage therapy with additional treatments available. Located just 15 min north of Happy Cabin in the small town of Mesick. Check their website for specials and online booking.
Spa Adrift
Offering affordable SPA services specializing in massage therapy with additional treatments available. Located just 15 min north of Happy Cabin in the small town of Mesick. Check their website for specials and online booking.
Mini Golf, Go Karts, Batting Cages, Arcade, Ice Cream etc…Open seasonally Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Adventure Island
6083 M-115Mini Golf, Go Karts, Batting Cages, Arcade, Ice Cream etc…Open seasonally Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Gateway to the Clam River Greenway. Trailhead to a 1.6 mile paved trail. A community clean up project turned nature park that takes you along the banks of the Clam River on paths, boardwalks and bridges. Walk, run, bike or XC ski.
6 locals recommend
Cadillac Sound Garden
398 Chestnut StGateway to the Clam River Greenway. Trailhead to a 1.6 mile paved trail. A community clean up project turned nature park that takes you along the banks of the Clam River on paths, boardwalks and bridges. Walk, run, bike or XC ski.
The Pines Sports Bar & Bowling Center
5992 E Michigan 55GQT Cadillac 4
202 S Mitchell StMovie Theater Downtown. A great cold or rainy day option!
Dining Cafe, Coffee, Ice Cream, Eclectic little Michigan Shops. Stop in halfway when going Horseback Riding at CJ’s!
Latitude 44
308 Wall StreetDining Cafe, Coffee, Ice Cream, Eclectic little Michigan Shops. Stop in halfway when going Horseback Riding at CJ’s!
Spend time with friends trying a new group activity. An alternative way to Lumberjack Up North!
Skeggox axe throwing
1604 North Mitchell StreetSpend time with friends trying a new group activity. An alternative way to Lumberjack Up North!
Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel
7741 M-72Casino 45 minutes north of Cabin near Traverse City
Food scene
Local general store 1.5 miles from Cabin. Firewood, pizza/ salads, daily meal deals, ice cream, alcohol and more…
Meauwataka General Store
2020 East 24 RoadLocal general store 1.5 miles from Cabin. Firewood, pizza/ salads, daily meal deals, ice cream, alcohol and more…
Clam Lake Beer Co
106 S Mitchell StExperience Downtown Cadillac at this local Brewery.
Many Lakeside Dining Locations:
Dockside Inn, Lakeside Charlies, Burke’s Waterfront, Cheryl’s Landing…
6 locals recommend
Dockside Inn Restaurant
2404 Sunnyside DriveMany Lakeside Dining Locations:
Dockside Inn, Lakeside Charlies, Burke’s Waterfront, Cheryl’s Landing…
Farm to Table Downtown Restaurant.
Closed Sun/Mon. Check website for details.
14 locals recommend
Raven Social
119 South Mitchell StreetFarm to Table Downtown Restaurant.
Closed Sun/Mon. Check website for details.
The Truck Stop
902 West 13th StreetFood Truck Restaurant/ Bar.
Restaurant and Social Hangout. Popular with snowmobilers in winter and live music buffs in summer.
9 locals recommend
Coyote Crossing Resort
8593 S 13 RdRestaurant and Social Hangout. Popular with snowmobilers in winter and live music buffs in summer.
Chico's Taco House
5954 Michigan 55The Timbers Restaurant
5535 M-115Steak Anyone?
Non Profit Cafe in the old Train Depot proving employment for those with disabilities. Serving breakfast and Lunch.
7 locals recommend
After 26 Depot Cafe
127 W Cass StNon Profit Cafe in the old Train Depot proving employment for those with disabilities. Serving breakfast and Lunch.
Mi Mezcal Mexican Grill
Downtown Cadillac Dining
Little Mexico 115
Across from Mitchell State Park
Day Trips
Visit the quaint Michigan Town of Glen Arbor, home of the Nationally recognized Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Climb the dunes or attempt a trek to swim in Lake Michigan!
303 locals recommend
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
9922 W Front StVisit the quaint Michigan Town of Glen Arbor, home of the Nationally recognized Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Climb the dunes or attempt a trek to swim in Lake Michigan!
Traverse City has everything to make for an exciting Day trip. Wineries, Breweries, Shopping, Casino, Mini Golf/ Bumper Boats and many Beaches!!
259 locals recommend
Traverse City
Traverse City has everything to make for an exciting Day trip. Wineries, Breweries, Shopping, Casino, Mini Golf/ Bumper Boats and many Beaches!!
Day trip to the quaint Michigan Town of Manistee on the Lake Michigan Shores. Beach, Lighthouse, Shops, Casino, Restaurants…
27 locals recommend
Manistee
Day trip to the quaint Michigan Town of Manistee on the Lake Michigan Shores. Beach, Lighthouse, Shops, Casino, Restaurants…
Frankfort
Quaint Lake Michigan Beach Town
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