- The list below includes 36 free or cheap things to do in or near Williamsburg, Michigan, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Walking Trails, Natural History Museums, Parks and Art Gallery.
- From Whitewater Township Park to Sand Lakes Quiet Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Williamsburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Traverse City, Leland, Suttons Bay and Bellaire.
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Old Indian Trail is a hiking trail that traverses woods, passes through dunes, and ends at a secluded beach. The trail is a loop, so hikers do not have to retrace their steps to return to the beginning.
32.2 Miles
Located in the Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Platte Plains Trail is composed of several loops that create a total trail of just under 15 miles. Three viewing sites reveal Lake Michigan, and there are a few intermediate skill level ski trail sections.
32.3 Miles
Designed like the original Roen Saloon, the Empire Area Museum still has the original bar, a Victorian parlor, a turn-of-the-century kitchen, artifacts, and more. Visitors can also explore the schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, and more.
32.4 Miles
The Secret Garden is a seasonal art gallery featuring artwork from over 200 American artists with a focus on artists from Michigan. The gallery is located in a nineteenth-century storefront and offers various art pieces and other merchandise for sale.
32.6 Miles
Lake Michigan Beach Park, located in the city of Empire, is a public beach and park with a pavillion and the working Manning Lighthouse. It also includes the shore of Empire Bluffs and the Empire Bluff Hiking Trail.
32.6 Miles
Located on Lake Michigan, Empire Beach is a small community beach open to the public. Visitors to the beach commonly enjoy activities like swimming, having picnics, or relaxing in the sand.
32.7 Miles
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The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Empire offers hiking and biking paths, paddle boating and kayaking, and climbing on the dunes. Multiple trails are featured and there is also a driving trail with scenic stops.
33.1 Miles
Hanson Hills Recreation Area offers trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as slopes for skiing and snowboarding. There are also disc golf courses and an archery range.
33.2 Miles
The Grayling Recreation Authority operates the Hanson Hills Recreation Area that offers skiing, mountain biking, and disc golf. The recreational area also offers archery, disc golf, a snow sports school, and summer programs.
33.6 Miles
Bier Gallery consists of three buildings including a 19th century school, an artist workshop and the main gallery. It features a collection primarily created by local artists and including jewelry, paintings, pottery, glass and sculptures.