Old Mission Peninsula
A long, narrow peninsula reaching into Grand Traverse Bay, with lake views on both sides, cherry orchards, and more than a dozen wineries. M-37 takes you all the way to the lighthouse at the tip.
Old Mission Peninsula is about 30 km long and less than 5 km wide at its widest point. It is wrapped by the East and West Bays and is the heart of Michigan's "Cherry Capital." Along M-37 and the peninsula loop are wineries such as Chateau Grand Traverse, Brys Estate, and Chateau Chantal. Many have terraces overlooking both bays. In July, you can pick cherries at roadside orchards. The route ends at Mission Point Lighthouse at the northern tip. The peninsula is about 20 minutes from the city center, and it suits a half-day to full-day self-drive.
Opening hours
Tasting room about 11:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Mission Point Lighthouse
- Clinch Park
- National Cherry Festival
- Downtown Traverse City (Front Street)
- The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
- Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail
- Torch Lake
- Fishtown (Leland)