Links

Please visit the links below to learn more about our area. The links will open in a new window, so all you need to do to return is close the window!

Arts & Entertainment

The Cherry Bowl Drive in Theater - The Cherry Bowl Drive in Theater is located just outside of Frankfort and has provided "Fine Film, Food, Fun and Family Entertainment" since it was opened in 1953.

Crystal Lake Art Center - As a Non-profit organization the Crystal Lake Art Center promotes art in the area with its many classes, workshops, shows, exhibits, programs, performances, and meetings. Soon to be our neighbor!

Interlochen Center for the Arts - Interlochen Center for the Arts engages and inspires people worldwide through excellence in educational, artistic and cultural programs, enhancing the quality of life through the universal language of the arts.

Michigan Legacy Art Park - Michigan Legacy Art Park offers an unparalleled experience of art, nature and history. More than 40 major works of art line 1.6 miles of hiking trails that wind through a 30-acre preserve of wooded hills.

Trick Dog Gallery & Café - Head across the Betsie Bay to Elberta for llayful artwork created by artist Greg Jaris.

Community & General Information

Benzie Area Visitors Bureau - Lodging, recreation, area information and event listings for Benzie County.

Benzie County Chamber of Commerce - Current community happenings, Chamber events, & member contact information as well as many interesting things to see and do in Benzie County.

Benzie Shores District Library - A local public library located in Frankfort, Michigan.

betsiebay.net - Photos and stories about things to see and do in Frankfort and the surrounding area.

City of Frankfort - Information and links to current events, services, city documents and parks.

Frankfort-Elberta Area Chamber of Commerce - Accommodations, recreation, web links, calender of events, FAQs, and photos of the Frankfort-Elberta area.

Lodging

Harbor Lights Motel - right next door on the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan!

Fishing

Nibbles Charter Service - Head out for the day with the Nibbles crew to fish one of the best fisheries on Lake Michigan. Chinook (King Salmon), Coho Salmon, Steelhead, Brown Trout and Lake Trout are all caught in the waters near Frankfort, Michigan.

Murphy's Law Charter Service - World class Salmon and Trout fishing on the waters of Lake Michigan, from the Frankfort harbor.

Slomosean Fishing Charters - Charter fishing with Captain Dick Murphy and Slo-Mo-Sean III.

Food & Dining (More dining from Benzie CVB)

Dinghy's Restaurant and Bar - Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar is a great place for the family, featuring a menu that includes sandwiches, burgers, steaks, seafood, salads, and our special award winning Ribs.

Crescent Bakery - The Crescent Bakery, "your hometown bakery. That place down the street... for a great cup of coffee, a cozy space to catch up with friends, and an amazing bite to eat." Located in Frankfort, Michigan.

Smeltzer Orchards - For over 120 years the Smeltzer name has been rooted in the history of Northwest Michigan. In 1872 William Smeltzer planted one of the first Michigan fruit orchards outside Frankfort, Michigan.

Golf

Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club - The course is built on the bluffs above the shore of Lake Michigan and sits on approximately 245 windswept acres of lakefront property. The course drops 225 feet from its highest point down to the bluff, 180 feet above sea level and has 3,100 feet of Lake Michigan shore frontage.

Champion Hill Golf Course - Champion Hill Golf Course is located in Benzie county 30 miles south of Traverse City in northwest Michigan just minutes from Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore.

Frankfort Country Club - Frankfort Country Club is a beautiful, 18-hole golf course open seven days a week.

Pinecroft Golf Course - Overlooking beautiful Crystal Lake with Benzie County's rolling hills tumbling to the shoreline, Pincroft Golf Course treats golfers to 18 lush and divergent challenges.

Lodging (Frankfort-Elberta Lodging page)

Betsie Bay Inn - Lovingly restored historic inn just steps away from Gold Coast features weekly, seasonal specials.

Chimney Corners Resort - Family resort on Crystal Lake offering housekeeping cottages and apartments with fireplaces.

Nature & Outdoors

Crystal Mountain - Family-owned Crystal Mountain means exceptional north country golf and skiing. Make a splash at Crystal's Park at Water's Edge outdoor water play ground with zero-depth entry pool.

The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - Located just 23 miles north of Frankfort the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of the most beautiful areas in Michigan, enjoy 35 miles of Lake Michigan's eastern coastline, explore North and South Manitou Islands, and of course climb the dunes

The Point Betsie Lighthouse - Point Betsie Lighthouse, Benzie County's most famous landmark, is located on the Lake Michigan shore of the county just south of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and just north of Frankfort, Michigan.

Betsie Valley Trail - The Betsie Valley Trail is 22 miles long and extends from Frankfort through Elberta and Beulah to Thompsonville in Benzie County Michigan. All of it is excellent for bicycles and pedestrian use.

Local Weather - 10 day weather calendar for Frankfort, MI.

Shopping (Benzie County Shopping)

Betsie Bay Furniture - Casual "up-north" furniture in a 10,000 square foot location on Main Street in Frankfort.

Gwen Frostic Gallery - Hand-crafted linoleum block prints, stationery, paper tableware, tote bags, glassware from a legendary northern Michigan artist.

Hull's of Frankfort - Quality women's clothing & distinctive accessories in downtown Frankfort.

Northern Light & Lifestyles - Distinctive home décor & gift solutions, with an inspired mix of periods & styles.