Right on the Boardman
Lake Loop. Steps from everything TC does best.

The Mill District sits at the intersection of Traverse City's most-loved outdoor assets — on the shores of Boardman Lake, adjacent to the TART Trails network, and minutes from downtown. There isn't another address in the city quite like it.

Mill District · Traverse City, MI

On Boardman Lake · 1032 Woodmere Ave. Traverse City, MI 49684

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WHY THIS LOCATION MATTERS

The best of Northern Michigan, right outside the door.

Group of five women biking on a paved trail surrounded by green trees and grass on a sunny day.

A 3.2-mile paved loop around Boardman Lake — one of TC's most beloved outdoor spaces for walking, running, and cycling. The Mill District sits directly on it.
The Traverse Area Recreational Trails network connects dozens of miles of trails across the region — including the Traverse City loop, the Leelanau Trail, and beyond. The Mill District is a natural trailhead gateway.
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Kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and open-water swimming — Boardman Lake is a four-season outdoor destination, and the Mill District is on its shore.
West Grand Traverse Bay, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Old Mission Peninsula — all within a short drive. The Mill District is a basecamp for Northern Michigan living.