things to do in Lake Leelanau, MI

Paddle Elk Lake’s quiet coves beneath mountain reflections and towering pines

Cruise the water with 225 HP power

Cruise local waters on a 22-foot pontoon with a towbar

Tow tubes, skis, and boards on a powerful 21-foot wake boat

Easy sit-on-top paddling on Boardman Lake

Bring your dog or fishing gear for a full day on Elk Lake

Bring your dog along for an e-bike adventure

Bring your dog along for the ride in a comfortable, enclosed trailer

Ride a 2-hour guided off-road tour near Torch Lake

Drive an open-air 2026 Polaris Slingshot around Traverse City

Cruise with a tube, ski pole, and sun awning

Easy sit-on-top kayaks and paddle boards for a self-paced lake outing

Explore Northern Michigan backroads by Polaris side-by-side and stop in Kalkaska to eat

Make a splash with a waterslide-equipped tri-toon on local waters

Set out on local waters with safety gear and a pre-departure boating orientation

Get on the water with a 110 HP Waverunner and included safety gear

Self-guided kayak and paddle board rentals with life jackets included

Flexible paddlesport rentals with delivery options and life jackets

Cruise with a quiet Yamaha 50HP engine, stereo, and Bimini shade

Rent a Sea-Doo RXP 300 and ride with up to 3 seats

Drive a Polaris Pro S UTV straight onto the trails, for 1 hour to 5 days

Make room for family time, fishing, and watersports on the water

Flexible paddleboard rentals for exploring local waters

Choose a bike, helmet, and lock for easy rides around Traverse City