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Boyne City
Bending to meet the shores of Lake Charlevoix and nestled in the valley of the rolling hills of northern Michigan lies Boyne City, a quaint community of approximately 3,500 people. You can tell by the friendly faces and the way people greet you, that you're truly welcome here. One of the many reasons people make their home here is that Boyne City has a refreshingly casual atmosphere. Whatever the season or occasion, you will find the atmosphere serene and the people "small town" friendly. That's the reason our slogan means so much: "Boyne City - Home Town Feel, Small Town Appeal."
You are never more than a scenic drive away from quality shopping in one of the quaint downtown specialty shops or dining in one of Boyne's unique and delightful restaurants.
Travel down any one of the tree lined streets to see refurbished Victorian homes of yesteryear. Of particular interest is the charming historical district where architectural styles suggest days of an era gone by. The allure of Boyne goes far beyond the time when Boyne City was a bustling town filled with lumber barons and entrepreneurs.
Visitors and locals alike are amazed at the unparalleled panorama view from the summit of Avalanche Mountain Overlook. This stunning view of Lake Charlevoix kissing the shores of Boyne City conjures up feelings of a small European village. Recreational opportunities here go far beyond the seemingly endless wooded hills and crystal blue waters that have encouraged visitors for decades. Visit Boyne City to see for yourself that Boyne is the place for all!
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East Jordan
Where Lake Charlevoix's south arm meets the Jordan River sits the fastest growing city in the state, East Jordan. The relaxed pace and friendliness of the community makes East Jordan an ideal place to raise a family, retire or vacation in year after year. The recreational opportunities are endless with scenic Jordan River at the town's back door, the pristine Jordan River Valley a hikers step away and beautiful Lake Charleviox at its front door. Whether it's fishing, boating, hiking, canoeing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling or biking, these vast amenities have your outdoor sporting adventures covered.
The quaint specialty shops and knowledgeable shopkeepers of the downtown business district contribute to the sincere warmth of the entire community. As the town has continued to grow a number of various services, gift shops and businesses have located around the perimeter of the down town area. A nice selection of dining establishments offering food, spirits and entertainment will satisfy your breakfast, lunch and dinner appetites.
Driving down any of the tree lined streets returns one to the late 1800's when the booming lumber era was upon us and large majestic homes were built to accommodate the lumber barons of that time. Some of the homes from the period still exist and are rapidly being reborn as homeowners and historians renovate them to preserve their unique charm and splendor for many years to come.
East Jordan is truly "Up North", the way you have always imagined it... friendly, picturesque, and magnificent. Come and discover our "Diamond in the Rough."
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Boyne Falls
Boyne Falls derived its name from the Boyne River with the "falls" or "rapids" at its beautiful location. The name was given by "Uncle" John Miller, the first settler near the mouth of the stream that empties into the head of Pine Lake. The town of Boyne Valley was organized in 1873, and in the spring of 1874, the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad began operation. Boyne Falls was incorporated as a village in 1893.
With the coming of the railroad the village began to grow which marked the beginning of the logging era. Other related industries sprouted, while the town boasted three hotels and at least five saloons. Over the next one hundred years, the Village of Boyne Falls and Boyne Valley Township grew to its present population of 1,102.
The residents of Boyne Falls seem to agree that it's a great little town. A small village where everyone knows everyone else. During the season, the school is filled with people rooting for the Boyne Falls Loggers at the Friday night basketball game. The Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts are important in the community and the good interaction with Boyne Mountain (opened in 1946) has led to three restaurants and seven motels right in "downtown" Boyne Falls.
Perhaps the biggest event the town is famous for is being the Home of the Annual Boyne Falls Polish Festival, held the first weekend of every August. What began as an idea to celebrate the Polish heritage of the Boyne Falls area has become a major Michigan Festival that attracts thousands of people annually. Each year, family, friends and visitors gather in the village of Boyne Falls at the foot of Boyne Mountain. The smell of Polish food, the sound of lively Polka music and the sight of smiling faces brings joy to all who attend.
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Lake Charlevoix
Forest-reflective Lake Charleviox has a long standing reputation among pleasure boat boaters as the perfect gateway-to-the-world with its easy access to Lake Michigan via the Pine River Channel. The Channel bisects the city and joins Lake Charlevoix, Round Lake and Lake Michigan. As well as having well-protected harborage, Lake Charlevoix is one of the best and most exciting under fished lakes in Michigan.
Lake Charlevoix, in addition to most of the Great Lakes species, holds walleye, northern pike, bass and bluegill. With trout and salmon migrating from Lake Michigan into Lake Charlevoix, the angler has an opportunity to fish for Great Lakes size trophies on calm, protected waters.
During the winter, Lake Charlevoix freezes solid to afford excellent ice-fishing opportunities. The Lake Charlevoix area Trout Tournament takes place the second weekend in June, offering thousands of dollars in prizes and a host of activities.
The Lake Charlevoix Association, an open membership organization, was formed 25 years ago to aid in the formation and establishment of local policies and practices designed to conserve, restore, protect and regulate the natural resources of Lake Charlevoix. The association advocates responsible lake usage and development to insure water quality. Through active participations in a continuing project of sampling lake water and its tributaries, the association pursues other water quality studies and provides education programs to the public.
All in all, Lake Charlevoix is truly one of the most beautiful jewels in mother nature's crown.
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Walloon Lake
For years the word around Walloon Lake has been that it is "One of the seven most beautiful lakes in the world". While we are not sure who made this determination and what the criteria was, we don't know of anyone who has spent a day on the blue green waters of Walloon who would doubt it. Walloon is nestled in the rolling hills of hardwoods and conifers between Boyne City and Petoskey. It stretches within a mile of Lake Michigan, although its surface is approximately 100 feet higher in elevation. The lake is one of Michigan's deepest, with an average depth of almost 30 feet and with some waters as deep as 100 feet. There are about 27 miles of shoreline around the lake and approximately 800 cottages and homes. Perhaps in return for the care that the community has shown the lake, Mother Nature treats Wallooners who watch closely with sightings of loons, bald eagles, and the occasional whitetail deer taking a morning swim.
In terms of recreational opportunities, Walloon has much to offer. There is great fishing for rainbow trout, lake trout, bass and perch. The protected leeward shore lines provide smooth water for waterskiing and canoeing. Afternoon breezes provide prime conditions for sailors - from sailboarders to skippers of the famous Walloon keel boats, the "17's". Another common sight in the evening is the occasional wooded runabout or pontoon boat cruising the shore with its cargo of after dinner sightseers. Although most docks on the lake are home to some sort of water craft, the lake is very quiet the vast majority of the time, providing what are probably the most popular attributes of Walloon pristine natural beauty plus solitude.
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