Lima Bean

Specialty Shops & Antiques · Traverse City, MI

Lima Bean got its quirky name from the property's original lima bean fields that once stretched across this corner of the Leelanau Peninsula. Local hiking enthusiasts transformed these former farmlands into a beloved trail system in the early 2000s, preserving both the agricultural heritage and the whimsical moniker. The trails wind through second-growth forests and old fence lines where lima beans once grew. Wildflowers now bloom where crops used to flourish, creating a living testament to Northern Michigan's farming past. It's become a favorite spot for families and solo hikers who appreciate both nature and local history.