Northern Lower Peninsula
Emmet County, Michigan
County seat: Petoskey
Emmet County covers the tip of the Lower Peninsula's northwest, with Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Little Traverse Bay and the Headlands dark sky park.
Cities, Towns & Communities
- Petoskey
- Harbor Springs
- Alanson
- Pellston
- Mackinaw City
- Bay View
- Conway
3 full community guides available in this county.
Attractions
- Petoskey stones
- Gaslight District
- Mackinac Bridge
- Headlands International Dark Sky Park
Parks & Recreation
- Petoskey State Park
- Wilderness State Park
- Headlands International Dark Sky Park
Transportation
US-31 follows Little Traverse Bay, with US-131 ending at Petoskey and M-119 running through the Tunnel of Trees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Petoskey stones?
Petoskey stones are fossil coral found along Lake Michigan beaches in Emmet and Charlevoix counties, especially near Petoskey and Harbor Springs.