With some awesome road trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to soak up all that Manistee, 19 miles away, has to offer. Explore the area starting with Little River Casino, S.S. City of Milwaukee and Ramsdell Theater. Located 20 miles away, Mears is another place to aim for. If you stop by, make sure you check out Silver Lake State Park, Craig’s Cruisers Family Fun Center and Little Sable Point Lighthouse.