5 days in Bridgman & Petoskey Itinerary

Bridgman is a city in Berrien County in the U.S. Start off your visit on the 4th (Sun): experience rural life at Shuler Dairy Farms and then sample the fine beverages at Round Barn Estate. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Mon): kick back and relax at Weko Beach Park, learn about winemaking at Lemon Creek Winery, and then admire the majestic nature at Warren Dunes State Park.

To see photos, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Bridgman day trip planner.

Detroit to Bridgman is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. In August, daily temperatures in Bridgman can reach 80°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Petoskey.

Petoskey is a city and coastal resort community in the U.S. Venture out of the city with trips to Mackinaw City (Colonial Michilimackinac & Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse), Mackinac Bridge (in Saint Ignace) and Traverse City (Mission Point Lighthouse, Beer Tastings & Tours, &more). There's still lots to do: grab your bike and head to Little Traverse Wheelway, immerse yourself in nature at Petoskey State Park, wander the streets of Historic Gaslight District, and work some fitness into your day at North Western State Trail.

To find maps, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Petoskey trip planner.

Traveling by car from Bridgman to Petoskey takes 4.5 hours. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Bridgman in August: highs in Petoskey hover around 75°F, while lows dip to 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) to allow time to drive back home.