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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Mortimer E. Cooley Bridge (M-55), Manistee County

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Mortimer E. Cooley Bridge (M-55), Manistee County

March 20, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks, Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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These Two Michigan Lighthouses Will Receive MLAP Grants in 2022 From the "Save Our Lights" License Plates

These Two Michigan Lighthouses Will Receive MLAP Grants in 2022 From the “Save Our Lights” License Plates

March 12, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

We love Michigan lighthouses here at Travel the Mitten, and owe them a debt of gratitude for being the original catalyst for our exploration of…

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10 Michigan Abandoned Places and Ruins Worth Checking Out, Part 3

10 Michigan Abandoned Places and Ruins Worth Checking Out, Part 3

February 8, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

Abandoned places and ruins continue to fascinate travelers, as they provide a window into the past as well as some amazing pictures. Many Michigan abandoned…

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The Ultimate Michigan State Park Tour (Upper Peninsula Edition)

The Ultimate Michigan State Park Tour (Upper Peninsula Edition)

February 5, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

Michigan is home to more than 100 state parks, and more than 20 of those are located in the Upper Peninsula. As we continue our…

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Happy Birthday Michigan: A Look at 185 Michigan Places We Love

Happy Birthday Michigan: A Look at 185 Michigan Places We Love

January 26, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

On January 26, 1837, President Andrew Jackson signed a bill that made Michigan the 26th state. The Michigan Territory had pushed for statehood for a…

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10 Michigan Abandoned Places and Ruins Worth Checking Out

10 Michigan Abandoned Places and Ruins Worth Checking Out

January 25, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
History

Abandoned places and ruins continue to fascinate travelers, as they provide a window into the past as well as some amazing pictures. Many Michigan abandoned…

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Two of Our Favorite Michigan State Parks Are 100 Years Old in 2022

Two of Our Favorite Michigan State Parks Are 100 Years Old in 2022

January 23, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

The Michigan state parks system dates back to 1919, and has grown to include more 100 state parks and recreation areas and 16 state harbors…

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Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore 2021: Record Visitors For Seventh Consecutive Year

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore 2021: Record Visitors For Seventh Consecutive Year

January 16, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Earlier this month we looked at a record breaking 2021 for Michigan’s Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and today we turn our attention to the Upper…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Quincy Dryhouse Ruins, Hancock

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Quincy Dryhouse Ruins, Hancock

January 15, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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Here are the Fee Free Days for Michigan National Parks Sites in 2022

Here are the Fee Free Days for Michigan National Parks Sites in 2022

January 10, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Each year the National Park Service offers a handful of “Fee Free Days” during which entrance fees are waived so that more people can get…

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