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Conveniently located on US Highway 131, North Country American Inn serves as your ultimate home base for exploring the rich outdoor beauty, seasonal recreational activities, and cultural landmarks of Kalkaska and Northern Michigan. Whether you are planning a summer water adventure at Torch Lake, hitting the winter snowmobile trails, or taking a scenic day trip to Traverse City, you are never far from the action.
Discover top local spots just minutes from our inn:
National Trout Memorial & Railroad Square: Located just 0.2 miles (3-minute walk) down Cedar Street, visit Kalkaska’s famous 18-foot giant trout statue, a landmark celebrating the area's rich fishing heritage and home to the annual National Trout Festival.
Twin Birch Golf Course: Located just 0.5 miles (7-minute walk) from the Inn, Twin Birch Golf Course is a popular destination for golfers, offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Timber Wolf Golf Club: Located 8.8 miles (9-minute drive) from the property, another premier regional option for a relaxing afternoon on the greens.
Log Lake & Boardman Township Parks: Ideal spot within a 10-minute drive for family picnics, swimming, trail walking, and outdoor recreation.
Kalkaska County is world-renowned for its year-round natural beauty and thrill-seeking outdoor adventures:
Traverse City State Forest & Snowmobile Trails: Located just 5 minutes from the inn, guests have quick access to hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobile, ORV, and hiking trails winding through Northern Michigan’s lush forests.
Torch Lake & Torch Lake Sandbar: Just 13 miles (approx. 18-minute drive) north, experience Michigan's famous turquoise waters. Ideal for boating, jet-skiing, paddleboarding, and summer relaxation.
Fifi Lake & Crawford Lake: Located within 10–12 minutes, offering quiet waters perfect for kayaking, canoeing, and freshwater trout and bass fishing.
Stay in comfortable budget accommodations while remaining within easy driving distance to Northern Michigan’s premier tourist hubs:
Downtown Traverse City & Grand Traverse Bay: Drive 22–35 minutes west to explore local wineries, craft breweries, boutique shopping along Front Street, and sandy Lake Michigan beaches.
Flintfields Horse Park: Host of the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival in nearby Acme, Michigan, situated just a short drive away.
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC): Located 34–36 minutes away, making travel arrival and departure convenient for flying guests.
After an exciting day exploring Northern Michigan’s attractions, retreat to the cozy, comfortable rooms at North Country American Inn. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, in-room micro-fridges, and quiet accommodations right on US Highway 131.
502 S Cedar St.
Kalkaska, MI 49646
