There is something to do for everyone.

• Family Reunions - Check out our family reunion planner for an unforgettable northern experience.
• Mountain Bikers - Balsams Resort is near great trails for you
• Hikers - We are 3 miles from Hiawatha National Forest Trails and just south of the North Country Trail which is a National Scenic Trail that will stretch from North Dakota to New York State.
• Families - We are family friendly with a beach, playground, biking area and acres to explore.
• Birders - The ever-popular Whitefish Pointe is within an hour's drive.
• Armchair Crowd - We have a beach on Lake Michigan, peaceful forest and shuffle board. What else could you want?
• History Buffs - Explore Native American, Early French, British and American history at local sights like Fort Mackinac, Fort Michilimackinac, Ojibway Museum and more.
• Wildflower Lovers - See native and rare flower species of the northern humus forest. as well as other plant types.
• Lighthouse Tourists - Visit the lighthouses on Lake Michigan, Huron and Superior, and learn about the many shipwrecks in the Great Lakes.
  Check out Lighthouse Getaway
• Golfers - Golf with spectacular views of the Mackinac Bridge, golf at historic Mackinac Island, golf at superb course in Hessel, golf...you bet! Check out Golf-Mackinaw for more information.
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Tour the area and return to the resort...you will enjoy every minute of your stay. Within 1/2 hour: Mackinac Island, Fort Michilimackinac, Cut River Gorge, Brevort Dunes, Hiawatha National Forest (borders Balsams Resort).
Within 1 hour: Tahquamenon Falls, Whitefish Point, Soo Locks Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Museum,
Within 2 hours: Seney National Wildlife Refuge and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. We are thankful to have such a beautiful area for you to visit.