Mancelona Motel is located 8 miles from the Applesauce Inn Bed and Breakfast, near the trail in Mancelona. Tour guides and deliveries to other trail heads available. Helmets, trail maps and instruction included. To make reservations call 231-587-8621 for details.
Northern Michigan Sleigh Rides
There’s nothing more romantic or exhilarating than a sleigh ride through the "Great North Woods". There are several places in the area that offer sleigh rides. Be sure to call ahead, sleighs fill up fast and sometimes the weather can impact schedules. Shanty Creek Resort (5 minutes from the Inn) (800) 678-4111 Antler Ridge Farm (20 minutes from the Inn) M-72 East, Williamsburg (231) 645-3647 Hoxsie’s Orchard Hill Farms (20 minutes from the Inn) M-72 E., Williamsburg (231) 267-9087 Ranch Rudolf (40 minutes from the Inn) Brown Bridge Rd. Traverse City (231) 947-9529
Join the experienced Guides at Jordan Valley Outfitters for a memorable winter raft trip complete with homemade cookies and a hot drink. See the snow covered trees and native wildlife, including: duck, beaver, mink, deer, coyote and the occasional bald eagle. This trip is for young and old alike, a true nature adventure.
The Basic Guided Winter Rafting Trip includes a stop along the rivers edge for a hot beverage, snack and to take in the natural wonder. Time outdoors is about 2 hours. A guided snowshoe hike (snowshoes provided) is an option that you may add to explore further into the snow-covered forest. Hikes are tailored to your group for length and ease.Guided Winter Rafting Dinner Trips are also available.
Saturdays and Sundays or midweek by appointment. Raft trips start at $39.00 per person. Trips are by reservation only and they do book up fast so call 231-536-0006 to plan your special trip.
