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Discover The Dryes, a private outdoor experience near Boyne City, Michigan, offering scenic trails and nature exploration for all. Perfect for adventurers seeking a peaceful escape with personalized guidance.
Discover The Dryes, a private outdoor experience near Boyne City, Michigan, offering scenic trails and nature exploration for all. Perfect for adventurers seeking a peaceful escape with personalized guidance.
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Operated by Lavender Hill Farm · Boyne City, Michigan
The Dryes at Lavender Hill Farm offers a unique private outdoor adventure experience just outside Boyne City, Michigan. This scenic area gives adventurers a chance to explore Michigan’s beautiful landscapes through a variety of outdoor activities tailored for all skill levels. Whether you're interested in hiking through lush forests, exploring farmland trails, or simply soaking in the peaceful natural surroundings, The Dryes provides a refreshing escape from city life. Situated near Lake Michigan’s sparkling waters, the location combines forest trails with open fields, allowing for diverse wildlife sightings and stunning panoramic views. Lavender Hill Farm ensures a safe and personalized excursion, perfect for families, couples, or groups seeking a quiet outdoor retreat. Along the way, visitors will learn about local flora and fauna and can take part in farm activities that connect guests with the land. The Dryes invites you to experience the charm of rural Michigan’s fresh air and quiet trails, all while enjoying expert guidance, making it a memorable adventure worth discovering.
moderate.
2–4 hours.
Suitable for those with moderate fitness who can handle uneven terrain and some elevation changes.
No prior experience is necessary, but being moderately fit will enhance your enjoyment of the trails.
Yes, the trails are family-friendly, but supervision and appropriate pacing are recommended.
Visitors often see deer, various bird species, and occasionally small mammals like rabbits or foxes.
Restroom access is available at Lavender Hill Farm before and after your hike but not directly on the trails.
Pets are welcome if well-behaved and leashed; please clean up after your pet to maintain trail cleanliness.
The company monitors weather closely and will reschedule or cancel for safety in case of severe conditions.
The land around The Dryes has been farmed since the early 1900s and remains a working farm with a rich agricultural tradition.
Lavender Hill Farm practices sustainable farming and promotes responsible trail use to protect local ecosystems.
Lavender Hill Farm, located in Boyne City, Michigan, operates as a farm-based events venue offering hands-on workshops and seasonal gatherings. The farm hosts a rotating schedule of creative experiences, including pottery painting sessions—stoneware mugs, beach plates, and pie plates or loaf pans—led by Cottage Pottery instructors. Most pottery workshops provide all materials and yield functional stoneware pieces. Floral design offerings are led by florist Sydney Wormell and include a Sunflower Floral Design session and Dried Floral Wreath Workshops scheduled for June 30 and August 13. The wreath workshop focuses on an 18-inch wreath made with eucalyptus and dried flowers. Painting classes feature professional artist Daniel Duncan with guided instruction to complete an 11x14 canvas; all painting supplies are provided. Driftwood Art workshops, guided by Jen Barratt, use real driftwood for nature-inspired creations. Lavender Hill Farm also programs community events in and around the Red Barn, including candlelight yoga with a concluding sound bath, and themed movie nights such as Twilight and Wicked shown under the barn’s rafters. Movie nights often include lawn games and a BYO beverage option. Activities are presented as accessible to a range of skill levels and are positioned to promote creativity, mindfulness, and relaxed social connection. Visitors are encouraged to review specific event listings for dates, times, and registration details. Lavender Hill Farm’s combination of named instructors, scheduled workshops, and the Red Barn setting provides a predictable, workshop-focused experience for individuals and small groups. Booking availability and specific instructor information are listed on event pages online.
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