Unwind in October
- Play golf on the island's 9 hole course
- Walk the harbor and explore our history and museums
- Collect some amazing rocks on our shorelines for interior decorations or art.
- Take some bicycle tours or hike the trails of the Island while bird watching.
- Rent a car and explore our beach's and inland lakes.
- How about some fly-fishing on the island's shore lines or inland lakes
- With the sun's intensity slowly softening into the fall, photography becomes a true delight of colors and shades.
- Explore the island's 43 miles Water Trail in a kayak or canoe.
- Charter a boat for a marvelous sunset cruise or a great fishing trip
- Unwind with some long beach walks have lunch at one of the camp grounds.
- Marvel at our 'far from the big city' Dark Sky as it exposes millions of stars in the galaxies
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
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.
Visitors Guide
Water Trail
Learn more about the NEW Beaver Island Water Trail. Fun for all on beautiful Lake Michigan surrounding Beaver Island.
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Visit Our Facebook Page - Friends of Beaver Island
Visit our Facebook Page – Friends of Beaver Island
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 7 days shown below, visit the full WVBI Community Calendar.
