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At 19 miles long and over 18,000 acres Torch Lake is Michigan's second largest lake, with a shoreline dotted with little secluded beaches. It is considered to be one of the top five clearest lakes in the world. I've never seen such clear water! #blue #colorful #AquaTrove #BeachTips #Nature
At 19 miles long and over 18,000 acres Torch Lake is Michigan's second largest lake, with a shoreline dotted with little secluded beaches. It is considered to be one of the top five clearest lakes in the world. I've never seen such clear water! #blue #colorful #AquaTrove #BeachTips #Nature
Heading up Torch River we spied several of these beauties.
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The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort

The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort

3.5 out of 5
5780 Shanty Creek Road Bellaire MI
Stay at this ski resort in Bellaire. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a golf course. Popular attractions The Legend and The Chief Golf Course are located ...
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The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort
The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort

The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort

3.5 out of 5
2400 Troon Dr. S Bellaire MI
Stay at this ski hotel in Bellaire. Enjoy a golf course, a 24-hour front desk and a conference centre. Popular attractions Schuss Mountain and Hawk's Eye Golf ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (166 reviews)
Jacuzzi didn’t work, fire place in room didn’t work. When i call for help in jacuzzi i left technician to work and came back my ring was missing !!

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

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The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort
Spillway Lodges

Spillway Lodges

2 out of 5
247 Portage Dr Bellaire MI
The price is AU$336 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$336
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bellaire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Short's Brewing Company and The Chief Golf ...
10/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
The lodge was very nice, very clean and a great location. Check in was super easy and we had no issues with that piece. Our only negatives are I had a difficult time sleeping because the mattress was extremely firm. My wife thought there could be a couple wall hangings to make the room have a warmer ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Charming 2-bedroom cabin with Water Views on Thayer Lake

Charming 2-bedroom cabin with Water Views on Thayer Lake

2 out of 5
Bellaire MI
Stay at this cabin in Bellaire. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Short's Brewing Company and The Chief ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
House had everything we needed for our winter stay of 3 nights. Dog friendly was perfect. We snowshoed on the lake and did day trips to Traverse and Boyne.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Charming 2-bedroom cabin with Water Views on Thayer Lake
Enjoy your stay at our in-law suite, just minutes away from Bellaire MI.

Enjoy your stay at our in-law suite, just minutes away from Bellaire MI.

Bellaire MI
Stay at this apartment in Bellaire. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Torch Lake and The Legend ...
10/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
Beautiful space for our family, and accommodating host! Truly enjoyable experience. 10/10 would stay again!

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Enjoy your stay at our in-law suite, just minutes away from Bellaire MI.
Pinebrook Retreats: Serene Seclusion Just Minutes from Everything

Pinebrook Retreats: Serene Seclusion Just Minutes from Everything

2 out of 5
Bellaire MI
Stay at this condo in Bellaire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pickleball courts and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Torch Lake and The Legend are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Lori was extremely friendly, prompt to our needs, and accommodating. The place was spotless and cozy with a beautiful view of the river. Would definitely book here again!

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Pinebrook Retreats: Serene Seclusion Just Minutes from Everything
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Lake Bellaire

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Bellaire during your travels in Bellaire. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Lake Bellaire
Hot Air Ballons Over Indian Lake

Clam Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Clam Lake during your travels in Bellaire. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Clam Lake

Schuss Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Schuss Mountain during your travels in Bellaire. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out its ski slopes.

Schuss Mountain

Grass River Natural Area

Explore the great outdoors at Grass River Natural Area, a lovely green space in Bellaire. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Grass River Natural Area

Short's Brewing Company

You can take time to visit Short's Brewing Company during your travels to Bellaire. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Short's Brewing Company

Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead

You can take time to visit Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead during your travels to Bellaire. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead