Young State Park
"Boyne City is a convenient base for travelers seeking restaurants, breweries, and access to Lake Charlevoix. Park visitors from here often come for beach time and camping weekends."
Young State Park sits on the north shore of Lake Charlevoix and offers one of the area’s best public beaches. The park is a favorite for swimming, fishing, picnicking, and camping, with easy access to nearby Charlevoix and other northern Michigan attractions.
Fisherman's Island State Park
"Boyne City is a popular nearby destination for visitors who want a small-town downtown and access to Lake Charlevoix. It works well as a base for day trips to the park and surrounding northern Michigan recreation."
Fisherman's Island State Park offers a natural Lake Michigan setting with sandy shoreline, rolling dunes, and forested areas for day-use activities. It is especially popular for beachgoing, fishing, wildlife viewing, and enjoying a less-developed coastal landscape.
Petoskey State Park
"Boyne City residents and visitors often make the short drive for a beach outing, especially during summer weekends."
Petoskey State Park offers one of northern Michigan’s most popular Lake Michigan beaches, along with dune scenery and family-friendly recreation. It is especially well known for shoreline walks, swimming, and searching for Petoskey stones after storms.