Things to Do in Idlewild & Lake County!
Live at Idlewild Historic Bus Tours
led by Yates Township Historian, Chris Grier
Learn about the history of Idlewild and hear stories from a legacy Idlewilder before enjoying the music festival.
Tours are available Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, 10:30 – 12:30 pm. Purchase tickets for the timed tours here.
Lake County Historical Museum
a non-profit entity organized exclusively for the provision of a museum of local history
915 N. Michigan Avenue, Baldwin, MI 49304
231.898.6500
Open Wednesday – Saturday, 12 pm to 4 pm
IDLEWILD ABOUT ART!
a free, self-guided outdoor art & history tour
A walking, biking or driving self-guided, outdoor art and history tour through the community. Enjoy beautiful views of Idlewild Lake while learning about “Black Eden’s” historic past through the eyes of local artists. Free, family-friendly.
Download the IdleWild About Art map.
Curated by Artist Nicolena (Koko) Stubbs
Featured Artists: Nicolena Stubbs, Damien DeYonte, Paul Collins and Tabitha Rasul
Starting Point:
The Historic Flamingo Club on Williams Island
1002 E MLK Dr., Idlewild, MI 49642
Black Eden Brews Coffee Bar
A feel-good breakfast & coffee community hang out, art gallery & gift shop.
Located inside Morton’s Motel
6389 Tacoma St, Idlewild, MI 49642
Open Saturday and Sunday, 8 am – 12 pm
Space is Limited: First Come, First Served
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce has a list of activities and events taking place around the County here.
Pere Marquette Rail Trail is 30 miles of paved, flat, scenic trail. The northern segment goes from Reed City to Baldwin adjacent to US 10, passing through Idlewild. Click here for more info and a map.
Interested in Fishing? The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) lists all the lakes in Lake County here.
Fish or drop a kayak or canoe at the Idlewild Lake Public Access Park Beach & Dock (Corner of Lake Drive and E. Jefferson) or via the public access dock at Paradise Lake.
