Benzie Manistee (M-22) Pure Michigan Byway
a day / 120 miles / 3 hours 16 minutes
"The M-22 route along Lake Michigan is one of America's most beautiful tours, and it gets even better in the fall." - USA Today
Day 1
"The Victorian Port City of Manistee is a favorite destination in Northwest Michigan." - M-22 Michigan
9:00 - 19.3 miles / 32 minutes - 9:33
"Enjoy Breathtaking Views at Inspiration Point, the Arcadia Scenic Turnout Along M-22" - M-22 Michigan
9:38 - 39.7 miles / an hour 10 minutes - 10:50
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Miles of sand beach, bluffs that tower 450’ above Lake Michigan, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna make up the natural world of Sleeping Bear Dunes. High dunes afford spectacular views across the lake. An island lighthouse, US Life-Saving Service stations, coastal villages, and picturesque farmsteads reflect the park’s rich maritime, agricultural, and recreational history.
12:50 - 33.1 miles / 57 minutes - 13:48
"At the very tip of scenic route M-22, Northport is an historic town known for its fine marina, beautiful parks, friendly downtown shops, scenic beaches and the annual Northport Dog Parade and Wine Festival." - M-22 Michigan
14:48 - 27.6 miles / 36 minutes - 15:25