Leland, MI Road Trips
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Trip Routes
1
Longest Drive
269.6 mi
Livonia, MI
Quickest Drive
5h 26m
Livonia, MI
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Leland, MI by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
393
Median Income
$114,250
Median Home Value
$635,600
Median Age
63.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Leland, MI at a Glance
Founded
1853
Elevation
1,906 ft
Notable People from Leland, MI
A sampling of people born in Leland, MI.
Alisha Glass
1988
American volleyball player
City data from Wikidata (Q648172), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Leland, MI
Leland is a village in Leelanau County, Michigan (also known as the Leelanau Peninsula on the shore of Lake Michigan. Leland is the site of the oldest and largest Ottawa village on the Leelanau Peninsula named Mishi-me-go-bing, "the place where canoes run up into the river to land, because they have no harbor". European settlement began when the Antoine Manseau family came from North Manitou Island in 1853.
1 Leland Historic District (Fishtown). A fishing village dating from the mid-19th century that retains a historic air and a small commercial fishing industry. Leelanau Historical Society Museum. (updated Jan 2020)
The Bluebird Restaurant & Tavern. On the banks of the Leland River has a casual 100 seat bar and a dining room overlooking the river. Known for Bluebird style whitefish, cinnamon rolls and an extensive wine list. The Village Cheese Shanty. In Fishtown is a local favorite with big and tasty sandwiches on pretzel bread. The Riverside Inn. On the river, it features fine dining and an excellent wine list.
The Cove. In Fishtown, it features the best views of Lake Michigan in town. Leelanau Wine Trail. Offers numerous wineries for wine tasting and touring.
The Leland Lodge, 565 E Pearl St, ☏ +1 231-239-6176. In-house restaurant. Rooms and cottages, Smoke-free and pet-friendly. From $160. (updated May 2018)
Leland Township Marina. A harbor of refuge with water, electricity (30- and 50-amp service), restrooms, showers, gasoline, diesel, pump-out, ice, boat launch.
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