Discover Beaver Island
America's Emerald Isle
&
International Dark Sky Sanctuary
Explore Beaver island
The largest island in Lake Michigan, Beaver Island hosts many activities for every nature lover. The year round population is approximately 600 – with a large percentage of Irish descent. Time slows down here, offering a peaceful, relaxed way of life. Tour the Island by bicycle, or bring your car over on the ferry or rent a car to circle the Island in an afternoon.
Things To Do And See On Beaver Island
New & Updated Events 2026
BEAVER ISLAND BOODLE
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Come take part in this 5K walk/run. New date in 2026 as part of Lilacs & Lyrics, Saturday, June 6. Race begins at 9:30 AM the Community Center. It is fun for every one no matter what ability or level of seriousness. Registration: Adults- 25 dollars Children/seniors (60 and older) – 25-dollars Family of 4- 95 dollars. Prizes/medals awarded for adults and youth in 1st/2nd and third place. Registration also gets you a free boodle shirt.
Dark Skies
Because of our location in the middle of northern Lake Michigan Beaver Island is one of the finest dark skies star gazing locations in the United States. We are far away from the light pollution of any large metro areas.
Island Webcam
See what is going on at Paradise Bay, weather, traffic and more…
Water Trail
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BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN:
Unspoiled — Unhurried —
Unmatched in Natural Beauty!
The vibrancy of spring unfolded this week as warmer temperatures created opportunities to look for beach glass as sand is formed with gentle winds creating tapestries. We enjoy our incredible horizons while brilliant sunrises and sunsets unfold.
Gathering the mail or groceries allows for conversations in parking lots as we enjoy warmer days. The boat returns to a spring schedule and replenishes our store shelves.
Hunting for mushrooms will soon begin while catching the northern lights. It’s a beautiful season that unfolds quietly as we connect more after a winter’s slumber. Pure Beaver Island
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Beaver Island Community Calendar
The Beaver Island Community Calendar is maintained by WVBI. Content here is included in WVBI’s weekday on-air Community Calendar report at 9, noon, 3 and 6. These events are also shown on the digital displays around town and across as well as in previews for movies at the BIC Center. Want digital signage at your business or rental? Learn more here.
NOTE: This version of the calendar does not include community board and governance meetings or other events not likely to be of interest to visitors. To see those or to view more than the events for the next two weeks shown below, visit the full WVBI Community Calendar.
