120 acres of preserve only reachable via boat on the Cedar River. A kayak or canoe ride through the Cedar River twists dramatically through four ecosystems and includes two shallow lakes.

“A paddle through the Cedar River Preserve is the perfect place to view stunning yellow pond lilies, see a mink slip into the water or watch an osprey dive for its dinner. The wetlands here provide not only a home for a vast array of wildlife, they also filter water entering Lake Leelanau and are a crucial hedge against pollution.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Cedar River Preserve.