things to do in Traverse City, MI

Cast a line from a stable fishing pontoon

Cruise Elk Lake with shade, fuel, and life jackets included

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

Cruise with a tube, ski pole, and sun awning

Ride a 1.5-hour guided off-road tour on new Polaris machines

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

Hoist the sails and cruise Grand Traverse Bay aboard a historic tall ship

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

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

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

Drive an open-air 2026 Polaris Slingshot around Traverse City

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

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

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

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

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

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

Flexible paddleboard rentals for exploring local waters

Flexible paddlesport rentals with delivery options and life jackets

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