Haystacks

Specialty Shops & Antiques · Traverse City, MI

The Haystacks rise like ancient sentinels from the Leelanau Peninsula's rolling countryside, their distinctive rounded peaks visible for miles. These geological formations got their name from early settlers who thought they resembled giant haystacks scattered across the landscape. Local hikers have carved informal trails through the surrounding hardwood forests and meadows, creating a network of paths that wind between these natural landmarks. The area remains largely undeveloped, maintaining its rural character that attracted those first farming families. On clear days, you can spot Lake Michigan glinting through the trees from the higher elevations.