Outdoor Adventures
Take in the fresh air while hiking, swimming, boating and more at the best parks, beaches and outdoor attractions.
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Cherry Blossoms, Wine Trails & Whitefish
As summer dawns, Traverse City and the Leelanau Peninsula burst into life, offering endless sunny days and relaxing e... Read More
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Where serenity meets splendor
The Homestead is an escape to a world where luxury and the great outdoors meet to create unforgettable experiences. Read More
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Disconnect From Technology And Reconnect With Nature
Nestled in Michigan’s Eastern Upper Peninsula, the Les Cheneaux Islands offers a serene Lake Huron retreat. Read More
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Campfire Tales & Starlit Nights In Porcupine Mountains
Head North with us as we explore family camping in Michigan’s remote Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Read More
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A Hidden Oasis Awaits
Nestled along the scenic Crooked River this place is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Read More
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May I Have Some More-l, Please?
You’ll be begging for more tastes when you attend the 64th Annual National Morel Mushroom Festival in Boyne City this... Read More
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Experience Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island, famous for its fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages, is a picture-perfect histor... Read More
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Finding joy by the lakeside
Muskegon is a veritable utopia for kids and families year-round – not just during the summer months. Read More
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Top 5 Indoor Water Parks
Take a look at the top five indoor waterparks in Michigan. Enjoy water, warmth and a wild weekend of fun in the middl... Read More
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Mushing in the Mitten
Not many have tried dogsledding, but it’s well worth it for the bragging rights alone for such a unique life experience. Read More
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Get Away For A Much-Needed Break
Restaurants with no wait? Check. Hotel rooms aplenty? Check. The peace of newly fallen snow? Check. A roaring fire an... Read More