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Houghton-Douglass Falls: See What's New at Michigan's Tallest Waterfall

Houghton-Douglass Falls: See What’s New at Michigan’s Tallest Waterfall

August 12, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

For many years, Michigan’s tallest waterfall was one of the more difficult ones to reach. Access from the top was limited and dangerous, while access…

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Fall Color 2026: Mackinac Island, Upper Peninsula Look to Defend Best Fall Destination Titles

Fall Color 2026: Mackinac Island, Upper Peninsula Look to Defend Best Fall Destination Titles

August 11, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Vacation

Last year Michigan destinations took the top spot in two of the biggest fall polls – the USA Today/10Best Reader’s Choice polls for Best Place…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Seven Ponds Nature Center, Lapeer County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Seven Ponds Nature Center, Lapeer County

August 11, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Silver Mountain - Challenging Hike in the Ottawa National Forest Offers Stunning Views

Silver Mountain – Challenging Hike in the Ottawa National Forest Offers Stunning Views

August 9, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

In Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, we’ve been fortunate enough to visit Sugarloaf Mountain in Marquette, Mt. Arvon (the state’s highest point), Summit Peak and the Lake…

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Crossing Lake Michigan on the SS Badger: A Unique Summer Adventure

Crossing Lake Michigan on the SS Badger: A Unique Summer Adventure

August 8, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Vacation

Earlier this summer we had the chance to make a trip across Lake Michigan on the SS Badger part of a vacation trip, and it…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Rawson's King Mill County Park

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Rawson’s King Mill County Park

June 6, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions on Travel the Mitten highlights our attempts to explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways, byways and…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Anderson Woods Nature Preserve, Whitehall

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Anderson Woods Nature Preserve, Whitehall

June 2, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Kensington Metropark Is One Of Michigan's Best Birdwatching Locations

Kensington Metropark Is One Of Michigan’s Best Birdwatching Locations

May 31, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Birdwatching

One of this year’s Michigan travel goals is to hike a “new to us” trail in each of Michigan’s 83 counties, so we have been…

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This Popular Michigan Waterfall Will Be Closed For Most of 2026

This Popular Michigan Waterfall Will Be Closed For Most of 2026

April 25, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

After 2025 saw a construction project limit access to Upper Tahquamenon Falls (a project that remains ongoing), a new project in 2026 will keep visitors…

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Will Mackinac Island Be Named Best Summer Travel Destination for a Fourth Consecutive Year?

Will Mackinac Island Be Named Best Summer Travel Destination for a Fourth Consecutive Year?

April 25, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

When it comes to Reader’s Choice Polls at 10best.com, one Michigan destination comes up more frequently than others. Mackinac Island has been a finalist in…

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  • Houghton-Douglass Falls: See What’s New at Michigan’s Tallest Waterfall
  • Fall Color 2026: Mackinac Island, Upper Peninsula Look to Defend Best Fall Destination Titles
  • Michigan Trail Tuesday: Seven Ponds Nature Center, Lapeer County
  • Silver Mountain – Challenging Hike in the Ottawa National Forest Offers Stunning Views
  • Crossing Lake Michigan on the SS Badger: A Unique Summer Adventure

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