Explore Boyne City on the shores of beautiful Lake Charlevoix which has been ranked second by USA Today as “America’s best lake.” Lake Charlevoix has almost 60 miles of shoreline with clear water enjoyed by boating, swimming, fishing, kayaking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and other outdoor activities. It boasts beautiful beaches and a State Park. We are located one block from downtown Boyne City and all it has to offer, including marinas with boat rental, a waterfront park with playground, specialty shops, galleries, coffeehouses, ice cream shops, restaurants with live entertainment, and multiple breweries.
Annual events held here continue to grow and include: Morel Festival, Fourth of July Celebration, Boyne Thunder, Harvest Festival, Winterfest, and weekly Farmer’s Market, to name a few. On Friday evenings during Summer, Stroll the Streets brings Water Street alive with entertainers scattered throughout downtown.
The Water Street Inn is only seven miles from Boyne Mountain’s ski slopes, golf courses, and Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark, and within a short drive of various wineries.
Boyne City is on Lake Charlevoix, it’s the perfect location for swimming, boating, sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and many other activities. Not to forget our winter activities: Ice fishing and iceboating.
Explore the area on the numerous trails: Mountain biking, hiking or snowshoeing. Avalanche Mountain is a favorite hiking location, open year round.
Additionally, Boyne Mountain offers world-class skiing and snowboarding, as well as a snow sports school and a ski village with restaurants and other things to do in the winter. Additionally, cross country skiers and snowshoers can find miles of trails in the Boyne City and Charlevoix area.