Camping in Northern Michigan during the summer and fall offers all the ingredients for a perfect trip — pristine lakes, beautiful weather, and friendly people. Northern Michigan also sits right between two great lakes: Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. This means you can find camp spots on or near the shores of either lake. Additionally, …
Michigan beach towns are the places to explore when seeking a beach adventure but don’t want to travel to a coast. On the shores of Lake Michigan, you’ll experience all that the typical ocean beach towns have to offer without the salt in the eyes and the sharks in the water. We’ve got five of …
If you gravitate toward the water for your summer vacation but want to avoid the crowds, you might consider a getaway to the Great Lakes. You can have your beaches, coastal towns, and water sports without the swarms of people found on either coast. There will be room on the sand for the whole family, …
Camping at Sleeping Bear Dunes is the perfect way to stay near the national lakeshore. You’ll have access to epic views from atop the 450-foot dunes, and the surrounding area is full of history and excitement. There are many outdoor activities you can partake in during your visit. Are you ready to make reservations? Keep …
Holland, MI, campgrounds are the perfect place to base yourself in the lakeside city. There’s plenty to do with sandy beaches, downtown district shopping, breweries, and historical Dutch attractions. There’s a high chance that you’ll get addicted to this beautiful place. Keep reading to learn more about Holland, Mich., and what it’s known for. And …
Michigan is a state that has a lot to offer. It’s a heavily touristed state and one that you may be interested in revisiting or trying out for the first time. When making plans for your trip to Michigan, it can be difficult to narrow down the best places to visit. In this article, we’ll …
When people buy an RV, they usually think they’ll save money by staying at campgrounds and avoiding hotels. They can also cook their own meals without eating out a lot. But the reality is, the RV lifestyle has gotten more expensive. Some RV resorts can cost just as much as staying at luxury hotels. Plus, …
Michigan is a vast and varied state. From the coastline to the bustling inland cities, there’s much for travelers to see and do. We’ll look at seven of the best Munising, MI, campgrounds close to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. We’ll also help you become more familiar with Munising as a city and see what it …
The bottom of Lake Superior seems like something out of a science fiction film. Lake Superior is the largest lake in the world and holds 10% of all earth’s surface freshwater. That’s right 1 in 10 drops of freshwater belongs to lake superior. Being so large the bottom of this Great Lake holds many secrets. …
Are you planning an RV trip to Northern Michigan? If so, plan to spend some time in the city of Petoskey. It’s got all the small-town charm you could ask for and some great options for camping. We’ve found five Petoskey, Michigan, campgrounds that we think you should check out. Let’s get started and see …
Are you looking for options for Traverse City campgrounds to visit in northwestern Michigan? Traverse City is one of the top five foodiest small towns in America and minutes from the most beautiful place in America. And we want to help plan your trip by gathering a list of the top Traverse City campgrounds. Let’s …
With more than 3,000 miles of shoreline, there’s no shortage of beaches in Michigan. Millions of Midwesterners have their own go-to places for rest, relaxation, and recreational pursuits on the water there. These beaches are not all flat stretches of white sand, either. Many of them have towering dunes and bluffs and are just steps …
Upper Michigan State Parks are fantastic places to visit any time of the year. However, you can’t beat summer or fall in the Upper Peninsula (U.P.). Not only is the U.P. gorgeous, but it’s also much less crowded than other locations. Keep reading for the best places to camp on your trip to the U.P. …
If you’ve never tried your hand at dispersed camping, Michigan is a great place to start. Michigan is one of the top locations in the world for outdoor enthusiasts. The waterfalls, the dunes, the 11,000 inland lakes, and the 19 million acres of forest–what’s not to love? Explore the Great Lakes State through dispersed camping! …
When you go beach camping in Michigan, you’ll find some of the best sandy shorelines in the U.S. You heard right–golden sand beaches in the Midwest! Keep reading to learn more about these wonders and how to camp near them. Planning a Camping Trip to Michigan’s Beaches Michigan has 3,288 miles of freshwater coastline, which …
Michigan is a land of wonder. From the beautiful shorelines in the Upper Peninsula to the quaint beach towns of Southern Michigan, it’s an outdoor haven. But did you know that many of the state’s wonders belong to our nation’s parks? Let’s look more closely at some of the best national parks in Michigan. How …
Camping in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan puts you up close and personal with nature. Lakes, rivers, forests, and wildlife abound in “da U.P., eh?” (Bordering Canada, you’ll hear a lot of “ehs” in the Upper Peninsula!) The peninsula’s vast landmass features minimal population and towns, making camping one of the best ways to stay …
Torch Lake is in Northern Michigan, but you’d think it’s a Caribbean beach. If you’re in the area, you’ll want to spend at least a weekend or more experiencing this beautiful lake. To help you do so, we want to share with you 10 campgrounds near Torch Lake. Why You Should Visit Torch Lake in …
Travel Stage: After Pictured Rocks, before going WestDate Range: June 19 – July 10, 2016Summary: We made it back to Cait’s hometown for Father’s Day! We stay for 3 weeks and during that time we soak up the summer fun the Keweenaw Peninsula has to offer. From boating the Portage Canal, to Fourth of July …
Travel Stage: After Lower Michigan, before getting to Cait’s hometownDate Range: June 17 – 19, 2016Summary: Despite having grown up in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Cait had never been to the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore along Lake Superior. We double-towed a boat up with us from the Lower Peninsula which gave us an amazing …