Harbor Springs, Michigan

Harbor Springs is on the north shore of Little Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan. The Little Traverse Lighthouse is a historic landmark on the Harbor Point peninsula that shapes the harbor. With only 1,500 year-round residents, this small town has a most impressive number of delights. A large number of restaurants cater to your palette, thirst or sweet tooth. The four-block commercial district has a bookstore, numerous fudge and coffee shops, and art galleries galore. In the winter, the town serves as the base for visiting skiers, as both the Boyne Highlands and Nubs Nob ski resorts are only a few miles away. During warmer months, Thorne Swift Nature Preserve provides visitors with a nature center, observation platforms and opportunities for hiking and bird watching. EARNS OUR HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION.