Find the ultimate city beach experience at Clinch Park in downtown Traverse City. This is a great place to bring the teenagers. Whether they’d like to play beach volleyball, kayak, stand-up paddle board, jet ski, or kite surf, there’s something for everyone. There is even a splash pad for the younger kiddos. Afterward, take a short walk to downtown shops and restaurants, or enjoy a bike ride or walk along the TART trail, which runs through the area.