Beaches

Lake Michigan (The Big Lake)

  • Van’s Beach: This public beach is a local favorite. The trail head to the beach is just beyond Van’s Garage at the end of Cedar Street, right in downtown Leland.

Lake Leelanau - North

  • Bartholomew Park (Nedow’s Beach): Public beach and park on North Lake Leelanau with boat launch, picnic area and dock. This beach also has a lifeguard at times during the summer and swimming lessons. Located on Pearl Street, east of Main Street - 7 blocks.

  • Schneider’s Beach & Park: Public beach with picnic area on North Lake Leelanau at the end of Popp Road (off M-204), 1.5 miles west of the village of Lake Leelanau.