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Harbor Springs is an exceptionally elegant, upscale coastal resort city uniquely positioned on the deep, natural waters of Little Traverse Bay's northern shore along northern Lake Michigan. Developed in the late 19th century around a historic Jesuit mission settlement, it rapidly blossomed into one of the most exclusive and high-wealth summer colonies in the American Midwest. Surrounded by towering red-pine bluffs and crystal-clear spring-fed bays, the village is lined with opulent shingle-style estates, pristine yacht harbors, and historic private beach clubs.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Stroll past high-end art galleries and upscale boutiques along historic Main Street, drive the dramatic tree canopy curves of the Tunnel of Trees scenic highway, and kayak the clear waters of Thorne Swift Nature Center.
