https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog daily 0.75 2026-09-30 https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/fall-hikes monthly 0.5 2026-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790791464734-ZPCTO1UXEI432NUPV362/IMG_9572.PNG Blog - Family-Friendly Fall Hikes Near Traverse City https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790791465349-ERFIW166AGRJ4OZA3PBQ/IMG_9573.PNG Blog - Family-Friendly Fall Hikes Near Traverse City https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790791468797-HHSVI2LXZ4SMD3TXD4UI/IMG_9574.PNG Blog - Family-Friendly Fall Hikes Near Traverse City https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790791467935-RTUMKLQFLZ3V2D005ATE/IMG_9575.PNG Blog - Family-Friendly Fall Hikes Near Traverse City https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/4-stroller-friendly-trails-near-traverse-city monthly 0.5 2026-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/df69f3d5-0b5e-49d5-95c2-0d8dd9a4e460/IMG_9530.png Blog - 4 Stroller Friendly Trails near Traverse City - Mitchell Creek Meadows: The don & Jerry Oleson Nature Preserve A 0.9-mile flat, crushed-gravel trail with boardwalks that’s great for strollers and little legs. The parking lot is never too far away, making this a low-commitment option when you’re hiking with babies or toddlers. Public restrooms are available in the Conservation Center during business hours. Don’t miss the working goats! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/eadbd6e5-2631-4a64-bdf8-414fa8a07c2b/IMG_9551.png Blog - 4 Stroller Friendly Trails near Traverse City - Timbers Recreation Area Timbers has a 0.5-mile universally accessible/stroller friendly trail through a mix of forest, fields, and wetlands, with 4.5 miles of marked and unmarked trails throughout the recreation area. It’s quiet and peaceful, and the shorter accessible trail is just long enough to get outside, reset, and enjoy a little time in nature with the kids. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/b00395f8-ef3f-4702-bbfe-2a9e28e9318f/IMG_9430.png Blog - 4 Stroller Friendly Trails near Traverse City - Leo Creek Preserve | Suttons Bay Tucked away in the heart of Suttons Bay just off the Leelanau Trail, Leo Creek Preserve is a quiet, peaceful spot to get outside with little ones. A boardwalk leads through the preserve to a creek and gardens, making it an easy little nature outing. Park at the Leelanau Trail parking lot off 4th Street. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/755b216f-89af-42fc-965f-e05375aebb45/IMG_9402.png Blog - 4 Stroller Friendly Trails near Traverse City - DeYoung Natural Area A short, stroller-friendly trail accessible from the Leelanau Trail that leads to a fishing pier on Cedar Lake. My kids love exploring the cedar forest around the fishing pier. For a longer walk, park at the Leelanau Trail Cherry Bend Trailhead and walk to DeYoung Natural Area—it’s about a 30-minute walk. https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/fall-fun-destinations monthly 0.5 2026-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/a683b546-0da2-4b5e-876a-6fcd4c4d58a0/Jacob%27s+Farm+Traverse+City Blog - Family Fall Destinations in Northern Michigan - Jacob’s Farm | Traverse City Apple picking, corn maze, pumpkins, cider and donuts, live music, full food & drink menu, and a kid zone with plenty of space to play. You could come here for dinner and drinks or spend a whole afternoon exploring everything the farm has to offer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/30fe9193-18a7-4611-8068-aacf45b11733/Myrtle+%26+Maude%27s+%7C+Williamsburg Blog - Family Fall Destinations in Northern Michigan - Myrtle & Maude’s | Williamsburg A little farm-market gem in Williamsburg with a playground, vintage tractors, farm animals, and seasonal fall activities like a corn maze, pumpkins, and wagon rides. They also have a brand-new baby Highland cow named Dolly! {Read my guide to Myrtle & Maude’s} https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/7f144647-5370-4f0f-8ae4-19edab3828da/King+Orchards+in+Central+Lake Blog - Family Fall Destinations in Northern Michigan - King Orchards | Central Lake A family orchard with apple and pumpkin u-pick, plus a farm market, bakery, cider garden, and a great play area for kids. It’s worth the drive from Traverse City if you want to make a trip of it. {Read about our trip to King Orchards} https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/97c729ef-9db2-4307-981a-715f4130a66c/Friske+Farm+Market+near+Charlevoix Blog - Family Fall Destinations in Northern Michigan - Friske Farm Market | Ellsworth A great fall day trip with indoor and outdoor playgrounds, the Adventure Barn & Silo, Mega Pillow, Mega Slide, zip line, farm market, bakery, and café. They also host Fall Festivals every Saturday through October 24, with wagon rides, face painting, inflatables, and more. {Read my guide to Friske Farm Market} https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1753ab03-909a-46d8-bf95-0d93c5412698/Pond+Hill+Farm+Pumpkins Blog - Family Fall Destinations in Northern Michigan - Pond Hill Farm | Harbor Springs Pond Hill Farm is a great day-trip option from Traverse City, especially if you’re heading up M-119 for the Tunnel of Trees. It’s right along the route and has enough going on to make it a destination of its own. During their Fall Fest weekends, you’ll find live music, a corn maze, hayrides, a playground, farm animals, a gnome hunt, pumpkin bowling and smashing, apple cannons, trails to explore, and more. There’s also a full café menu with pizza and other options, plus cider and donuts. Adults can enjoy wine tasting, too, making it a great option for everyone. https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/fall-eats-amp-drinks monthly 0.5 2026-09-30 https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/mitchell-creek-meadows monthly 0.5 2026-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790708102370-VNFRSJ0ABZXBRWJVHB43/IMG_9483.png Blog - Mitchell Creek Meadows Trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790707769624-BGF0IDYS2CUBWA6QC20B/IMG_9484.PNG Blog - Mitchell Creek Meadows Trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790708071735-V6OOUMPAUPU56CQUBTJG/IMG_9530.PNG Blog - Mitchell Creek Meadows Trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790707771608-6YHCX5Z3DP10SDV357YH/IMG_9485.PNG Blog - Mitchell Creek Meadows Trail https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/lfqkron154z1rayfzhtl43owhgotut monthly 0.5 2026-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/b809096d-eb37-4df9-b645-d9c3130008cb/IMG_9508.png Blog - 3 Coffee Shops in Traverse City Where You Can Actually Finish Your Coffee - Mundos West Mundos West has a large outdoor space where little ones can roam while you enjoy your coffee. There are picnic tables, Adirondack chairs, and plenty of green space for kids to run and play. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/d8873597-e678-41fb-a07f-c61364683353/Picnic++Table+at+Farm+Club+Bakery Blog - 3 Coffee Shops in Traverse City Where You Can Actually Finish Your Coffee - Farm Club Bakery $2 drip coffee, fresh pastries, and plenty of outdoor space for kids to explore. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/f6af23a3-6028-4771-a777-b3568bf2a7e0/IMG_9526.png Blog - 3 Coffee Shops in Traverse City Where You Can Actually Finish Your Coffee - Right Bower Kitchen & Coffee | Old Mission Peninsula Coffee, breakfast, yard games, and plenty of room for kids to move around outside. Bowers Harbor Park is also just around the corner if the kids need a little more space to burn off some energy. https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/pyramid-point-trail monthly 0.5 2026-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790706081006-CGYGDL97J19BLHWHBI8S/IMG_9517.PNG Blog - Pyramid Point Trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790706151636-MBER7AC6KYPXGHHDZU4L/IMG_9519.PNG Blog - Pyramid Point Trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790706078561-KC7GV0RXSMRZSO8QSGYB/IMG_9522.PNG Blog - Pyramid Point Trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/1790706080386-O32AYYLWBVKNJKW0G4U2/IMG_9520.PNG Blog - Pyramid Point Trail https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/pumpkin-picking-near-traverse-city monthly 0.5 2026-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/68a1c58a-5d5a-4259-88ed-6feeed52ca79/Pahl%27s+Pumpkin+Patch+in+Northern+Michigan Blog - Where to Pick & Buy Pumpkins near Traverse City - Pahl’s Pumpkin Patch | Buckley Pahl’s is a classic pumpkin patch in Buckley, about 30 minutes from Traverse City, and a fun option if you want to make an afternoon of pumpkin picking. Admission is $8/person and includes two corn mazes, slides, farm animals, and a nature walk. Children 2 and under are FREE. On weekends, they also offer pig races, barrel train rides ($4), tractor-pulled wagon rides ($4), and apple cannons for even more fall fun. Open daily through October 31- 10AM- 6PM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/adad2c75-b53b-40e2-a301-79395aa7f3a0/Pumpkin+Patch+in+Northern+Michiga Blog - Where to Pick & Buy Pumpkins near Traverse City - King Orchards | Central Lake If you’re looking for a place that offers both apple picking and pumpkin picking, King Orchards is the place. They also have a playground, bakery, and hard cider garden, making it easy to spend a few hours here with the kids. Open Monday-Saturday 9AM-4PM, Sunday 9AM-3PM {Read about my trip to King Orchards} https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/f3f41fa7-4372-46e4-a11b-4916139ac532/Pumpkins+in+Traverse+City Blog - Where to Pick & Buy Pumpkins near Traverse City - Pre-Picked Pumpkin Spots Gallagher’s Farm Market Jacob’s Farm Local Yokel’s | Old Mission Peninsula Cory Holman’s Pumpkin Patch | Old Mission Peninsula Farmer White’s | Williamsburg https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/4-family-friendly-beaches-near-sleeping-bear-dunes monthly 0.5 2026-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/a780b2f2-c795-4922-863d-b4f9fb07d1d4/IMG_9375+%281%29.png Blog - 4 Family-Friendly Beaches Near Sleeping Bear Dunes - Empire Beach Empire Beach is one of my favorite family-friendly beaches in Northern Michigan. You get soft sand, clear water + beautiful dune views, and there’s plenty to keep kids busy beyond the beach. There are two playgrounds, a lighthouse to check out, and easy access to South Bar Lake. With clean restrooms and plenty of space to explore, it’s an easy place to spend most of the day. Good to Know: Paid parking is enforced Additional parking is available down the road if the main lot fills up Great sunset beach https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/557b751f-1073-4fec-afc1-9efbf7cfd8d7/IMG_9478.png Blog - 4 Family-Friendly Beaches Near Sleeping Bear Dunes - North Bar Lake North Bar Lake is a great spot for kids! You get access to North Bar Lake + Lake Michigan, and where the two meet, the water is shallow + warm — perfect for little ones to splash and play. Good to Know: National Park pass required Vault toilet near the parking lot It’s a bit of a walk to Lake Michigan since you have to walk around North Bar Lake If your littles are up for a walk, it’s a great spot. If not, it’s probably better for elementary-age kids. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/3ecee19d-ab58-40d3-aaf0-00fe8c27e2d9/IMG_9474.png Blog - 4 Family-Friendly Beaches Near Sleeping Bear Dunes - Glen Haven Beach Glen Haven is a great family beach if you want soft sand, clear water, and a little more to explore beyond the beach. There’s plenty of room to spread out, plus an old boat near the parking area that kids will want to check out. It’s also close to the Dune Climb, so you can easily combine the two. Don’t miss Glen Haven Historic Village. Just a short walk from the beach, you can explore the maritime museum, blacksmith shop, cannery, and boat museum. These historic sites are included with your park pass, with daily demonstrations offered Memorial Day through Labor Day. 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Good to Know: Park pass required Vault toilets VERY rocky- so definitely recommend Teva or Keen style sandals. https://www.thirdcoastkids.org/blog/family-friendly-restaurants-in-traverse-city monthly 0.5 2026-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/0e2f0bc8-fe81-43b1-b6f3-fbdba0b19fb0/IMG_9471.png Blog - 5 Places I’m Not Afraid To Take My Toddlers To Eat Near Traverse City - Glendale Burger Shop Sometimes you just need burgers and fries. Glendale Burger Shop is a casual spot near Greilickville Harbor Park, so you can grab a meal and then head over to the park to let the kids run around. My kids also love the vintage arcade game inside—and, of course, the suckers by the checkout. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/ca8cbf7c-fc1b-4f5e-bee1-b99a04268de6/IMG_9472.png Blog - 5 Places I’m Not Afraid To Take My Toddlers To Eat Near Traverse City - Farm Club Farm Club offers farm-to-table food in a casual, family-friendly setting, and it’s one of those places where I don’t mind bringing a busy toddler. There’s plenty of room to roam while you wait for your food, with a large grassy area, flower garden + lots of outdoor space. They often have campfires in the fall, too. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/13e6c1bb-e8dc-4fef-89e4-06ca6c40cf58/IMG_9476.png Blog - 5 Places I’m Not Afraid To Take My Toddlers To Eat Near Traverse City - The Little Fleet The Little Fleet is a fun option when everyone wants something different. With multiple food trucks, there’s plenty of variety, and you can eat outside. It’s also close to F&M Park, so you can easily make a bigger outing out of it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/6da27616-a18c-4916-be56-9cc5da329838/IMG_9475.png Blog - 5 Places I’m Not Afraid To Take My Toddlers To Eat Near Traverse City - Hoplot Brewing Company Hop Lot is easily my favorite place to take my kids. It’s enjoyable for them—they absolutely love the dig pit—and enjoyable for us, too. There’s live music, bonfires, s’mores kits, yard games, and usually a ball game playing in the tent. There’s always something going on, but it still feels relaxed enough to let the kids run around and be kids. It was voted the 2nd best beer garden in America, but it’s #1 in my heart. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6a9eedc042daa216dfc85c7c/e555f093-2100-4889-bdd6-82bd24820220/IMG_5291.png Blog - 5 Places I’m Not Afraid To Take My Toddlers To Eat Near Traverse City - Jacob’s Farm Pizza, drinks, live music, a corn pit + a playground? This is an easy yes with toddlers. 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