Frankfort Travel Guide

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Located in the beautiful state of Michigan, Frankfort is a charming city that offers visitors a unique blend of small-town charm and natural beauty. Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, Frankfort is a popular tourist destination that attracts visitors with its picturesque landscapes, historic downtown, and abundance of outdoor activities.

One of the main attractions in Frankfort is its stunning beaches. With miles of sandy shores, crystal clear waters, and breathtaking sunsets, the beaches in Frankfort are a paradise for beach lovers. Visitors can relax on the beach, take a refreshing swim in the lake, or even try their hand at various water sports such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing.

For those seeking a cultural experience, Frankfort's historic downtown is a must-visit. Lined with charming shops, boutiques, and art galleries, the downtown area offers a delightful shopping experience. Visitors can browse through unique handmade crafts, antiques, and local artwork, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll along the streets, taking in the architectural beauty of the historic buildings.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in and around Frankfort. The nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, a designated National Park, offers stunning sand dunes, hiking trails, and panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Visitors can climb the dunes for a truly awe-inspiring experience or explore the numerous hiking trails that wind through the park, immersing themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

Frankfort is also a haven for food lovers. The city boasts a wide array of restaurants, cafes, and eateries that cater to all tastes. From fresh seafood caught straight from the lake to delicious farm-to-table cuisine, visitors can indulge in a culinary adventure that showcases the best of Michigan's local produce and flavors.

Alternative names: Population: 1.3 thous.Area: 1.58 mi²Elevation: 591 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 44°37'58"N, 86°14'20"W

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Frankfort Attractions - What to See and Explore

Frankfort offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Point Betsie Light, Betsie Valley Trail, Frankfort Light, Navigation Structures at Frankfort Harbor. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

View point • Lighthouse • Vernacular architecture
Point Betsie Light
Point Betsie Light is located on the northeast shore of Lake Michigan — at the southern entrance to the Manitou Passage — north of Frankfort in Benzie County in Northern Michigan. Construction began in 1854, but it was not completed until 1858, and began service in the shipping season of 1859. The lighthouse cost $5,000 to build.
Hiking • Park • Outdoor activities
Betsie Valley Trail
Betsie Valley Trail is a 22-mile rail trail in Benzie County, Michigan, United States, owned by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and operated by Benzie County.
Lighthouse
Frankfort Light
The Frankfort Light is a lighthouse located on the north breakwater in the harbor in Frankfort, Michigan. The current light was constructed in 1912 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.

Piers and boardwalks
Navigation Structures at Frankfort Harbor
The Navigation Structures at Frankfort Harbor are a collection of breakwaters, piers, and other structures in Lake Michigan located at the foot of Second Street in Frankfort, Michigan. They were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997.
44°38'4"N • 86°14'16"W
Frankfort Land Company House
The Frankfort Land Company House, also known as the John Bockoven House, is a single family house located at 428 Leelanau Street in Frankfort, Michigan, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. It currently operates as the Stonewall Inn B & B.
44°37'56"N • 86°14'5"W
Benzie Shores District Library
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Frankfort – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Frankfort, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Ludington Light (Ludington), White Pine Village (Ludington), Turtle Creek Stadium (Traverse City).

48 milesS
Lighthouse
Ludington Light, Ludington
The Ludington Light is a 57-foot tall steel-plated lighthouse in Ludington, Michigan, which lies along the eastern shores of Lake Michigan, at the end of the breakwater on the Pere Marquette Harbor.
50 milesS
Historical place, History museum, Museum
White Pine Village, Ludington
White Pine Village is an outdoor museum in Ludington, Michigan, containing nineteenth-century buildings and related historical items. The thirty buildings in the village contain artifacts relating to pioneer lumbering, music, farming, shipping, sports, and businesses.
29 milesE
Arenas and stadiums, Baseball, Sport venue
Turtle Creek Stadium, Traverse City
Turtle Creek Stadium is a 4,660-seat multi-use entertainment facility in Blair Township, Michigan, in the United States that hosted its first regular season baseball game on May 24, 2006, as the tenants of the facility, the Traverse City Beach Bums, took on the Kalamazoo Kings.
42 milesS
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Big Sable Point Light, Ludington
The Big Sable Point Light is a lighthouse on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan near Ludington in Mason County, Michigan, at the Ludington State Park. It is an active aid to navigation.
27 milesS
History museum, Museum, Romanesque architecture
Manistee Central Business District, Manistee
The Manistee Central Business District is a commercial historic district roughly bounded by Maple, Washington, Water and River Streets in Manistee, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.