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Grand Traverse County, Michigan

County seat: Traverse City

Grand Traverse County is centered on Traverse City, Grand Traverse Bay and the Old Mission Peninsula, one of the state's best-known wine and hospitality regions.

Cities, Towns & Communities

  • Traverse City
  • Kingsley
  • Fife Lake
  • Interlochen
  • Acme
  • Williamsburg
  • Lake Ann

1 full community guide available in this county.

Attractions

  • Old Mission Peninsula wineries
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts
  • Traverse City's Front Street
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes

Parks & Recreation

  • Traverse City State Park
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
  • The Commons

Transportation

US-31 and M-72 meet at Traverse City, with M-22 and M-37 serving the peninsulas and Cherry Capital Airport on the east side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Traverse City in Grand Traverse County?

Yes. Traverse City is the Grand Traverse County seat, at the base of the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay.

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