Apartment in Manistee, MI
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Manistee Northside
The Manistee Northside is a part of Manistee, Michigan, located on the north side of the city. Here's a breakdown of some key areas and attractions in this area:
Manistee Historic North Pier & Catwalk: Listed on the State Register of Historic Sites, this historic pier is a popular photography subject.
Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse: Accessible from Fifth Avenue Beach.
City of Manistee Beaches: Manistee boasts three main beaches (First Street, Fifth Avenue, and Manmade Lake) that are cleaned weekly.
Beaches:
North Beach Access: This public beach is suitable for kids and dogs and features scenic lake views and a sandbar close to shore.
Fifth Avenue Beach: A large, attractive beach with a parking lot, beach house, snack stand, and access to the North Pier and Lighthouse. It's listed as one of four remaining catwalks on the west Michigan coast and is a popular spot for photos and painting. Fifth Avenue Beach features restrooms, a playground, a walkway to the pier and lighthouse, and a beach house with concessions and seating.
1st Street Beach: A large, clean beach with soft sand, clean water, restrooms, and a playground.
Orchard Beach State Park: Situated on a bluff, this park offers shaded campsites and a stairway to the Lake Michigan shore, although beach access may be limited due to erosion.
Parks:
Douglas Park: Home to family-friendly events like the "Whispering Pines Petting Zoo" during the National Forest Festival.
Veterans Memorial Park/North Riverwalk: Features a universally accessible boardwalk along the Manistee River, with benches, fishing decks, and a gazebo. Summer concerts are held here weekly. The park also commemorates soldiers lost in World War II with a monument and trees.
Red Szymarek Park: Located on Fifth Avenue, it includes a playground, picnic tables, mature oak trees, and a Disc Golf Course.
Duffy Park: Includes a little league baseball field, playground, and soccer fields.
Community Events:
Manistee National Forest Festival: An annual event around the 4th of July, featuring a festival marketplace, arts & crafts, a carnival, and fireworks.
Manistee Arts & Crafts Show: Held during the Forest Festival, showcasing handmade creations from over 70 artisans.
Sidewalk Sales Weekend: Downtown Manistee event in August with deals from local businesses.
Roots on the River concert series: Live music performances held throughout July and August at Veterans Memorial Park.





