Manistee County is located in western Lower Peninsula of Michigan with a population 24,517 people. It features several outdoor recreational activities such as camping at the nearby state parks surrounded by lush woodlands ideal for nature lovers all seasons long or horseback riding at Little River Casino Resort during spring and summer months perfect for adventure seekers anytime throughout the year. Visitors can also explore some tranquil small towns like Manistee offering plenty of pleasant shopping experiences as well as delicious eateries serving up scrumptious dishes made from locally sourced ingredients creating picturesque scenarios perfect for photography anytime throughout the year.