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Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City

4.7
#1 of 7 in Nature in Grand Traverse County
Water Body · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By RICART75
    We spent several hours driving around the bay. There were some beautiful homes on one side, and even more beautiful views of the bay and surrounding area on the other. A truly pleasurable way to...  more »
  • By MTBGreenie
    The water in Grand Traverse Bay is so clear - it reminded me of the Caribbean. The early morning hours were a particularly magical time. We enjoyed riding bikes along the shore and sailing on a boat.....  more »
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