NEARBY ADVENTURES

At Crystal, adventure has no limits. We offer several off-site escapes for those who wish to explore the great outdoors beyond Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa.

 
CANOE & KAYAK TRIPS      
NEW! Thanks to Crystal Adventures and the Honor Trading Post, daily trips are now available on both the Betsie River and Platte River.     
   

On the Betsie River with Crystal Adventures
Enjoy a two-hour float trip on the scenic Betsie River - just minutes from the resort. Ideal for novice paddlers looking for family adventure. Shuttle departs daily at 1pm and returns to Crystal Mountain by 3:30pm, (June 11 thru September 5, 2011). $40 per canoe or $30 per single kayak, includes transportation to/from the river.


Minimum participation required for program to take place.
Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 800.968.7686 ext. 7500.
 
 

 
   

On the Platte River with Honor Trading Post 
This gentle, two-hour float down the beautiful Platte River ends on the sugary sand beaches of Lake Michigan. Trips offered daily on the hour, just 20 minutes from the resort. Transportation not included. $35 per canoe, $25 per single kayak and $40 per double kayak. 

Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 800.968.7686 ext. 7500. 

 
 
TUBING TRIPS ON THE PLATTE RIVER  

This mellow float trip is ideal for all ages – $25 per person includes National Lakeshore Park Pass, equipment and transportation. Float time averages 1.5 hours. Supervised trips are also available for ages 8-12, $39 per child. One trip offered from 12:30-4pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, (June 11 thru September 5, 2011).

Four-person minimum required. Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 800.968.7686 ext. 7500. 
 

 
 
NEW! ATV TRAIL TOURS  

Take an exciting two-hour tour of Benzie County with Crystal Adventures new guided ATV trail tours. Driver must have a valid license and attend a safety briefing. First ATV $99.

Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 800.968.7686 ext. 7500.  
 
 
CHARTER FISHING ON LAKE MICHIGAN
With Hammerhead Charters of Frankfort
Experience some of the best salmon and trout fishing in the Midwest. Frankfort consistently ranks as one of the top ports in Michigan for offshore fishing. Hammerhead Charters provides the ultimate fishing experience in safety and comfort.
HammerheadCharters.net


- Half-day (5 hours) up to four people: $550
$50 for each additional person (up to 6 maximum)
- Full-day (8 hours) up to six people: $750

Offered daily with advance reservations. C
all the Mountain Adventure Zone at 800.968.7686 ext. 7500.

 

 

 
 

TALL SHIP SAILING
The schooner Manitou is one of the largest sailing vessels on the Great Lakes. Enjoy a unique adventure back in time as you discover the beauty of Grand Traverse Bay from the deck of this majestic sailing vessel. TallShipSailing.com

Minimum participation required for program to take place. Offered daily with advance reservations,
call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 800.968.7686 ext. 7500.
 

 

 
 

THE GARDEN THEATER IN FRANKFORT
Benzie County has one of the greatest ways to step back in time and enjoy a summer blockbuster movie on the big screen. Frankfort's historic GARDEN THEATER has been open since 1924. The classic single-screen theater shows first-run movies and classics. For more information visit frankfortgardentheater.com or call 231-352-7561 
 

Frankfort Film Festival - October 20-23, 2011

 

 




12500 Crystal Mountain Dr. - Thompsonville, Michigan 49683 | (800) 968-7686