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2024 Michigan Recreation Passport Fee to Increase, Still an Incredible Value

2024 Michigan Recreation Passport Fee to Increase, Still an Incredible Value

December 26, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Camping

We’ve been huge fans and supporters of the Michigan Recreation Passport since its inception in 2010. The days of needing to get a window sticker…

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William Mitchell State Park in Cadillac is a Water Recreation Paradise

William Mitchell State Park in Cadillac is a Water Recreation Paradise

August 10, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

This year marks the 100th anniversary of William Mitchell State Park, a 334 acre park in Cadillac that has access to both Lake Cadillac and…

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Photo Gallery Friday: A Lake Superior Trip With Sand Point Charters

Photo Gallery Friday: A Lake Superior Trip With Sand Point Charters

July 22, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Lighthouses

Photo Gallery Friday is a regular feature on Travel the Mitten that will help showcase photos from places where a few pictures just aren’t enough…

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Holland Harbor "Big Red" Lighthouse - A Lake Michigan Icon at Holland State Park

Holland Harbor “Big Red” Lighthouse – A Lake Michigan Icon at Holland State Park

October 2, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Our Lake Michigan shoreline is home to more than 20 unique and beautiful lighthouses, but few are as iconic as the Holland Harbor Lighthouse, know…

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Muskallonge State Park - Camping and Outdoor Recreation in a Secluded Setting

Muskallonge State Park – Camping and Outdoor Recreation in a Secluded Setting

September 21, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Camping

It takes a bit of work to get to Muskallonge State Park, a hidden gem in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan that is 28 miles…

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Bewabic State Park - Camping and Outdoor Recreation in Michigan's Western Upper Peninsula

Bewabic State Park – Camping and Outdoor Recreation in Michigan’s Western Upper Peninsula

September 5, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Camping

One of our favorite state parks in the Upper Peninsula, and one we consider a “hidden gem,” is Bewabic State Park near Crystal Falls. At…

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Lake Michigan and Lake Superior Both in Running to be Named Best Recreational Lake in the United States

Lake Michigan and Lake Superior Both in Running to be Named Best Recreational Lake in the United States

June 28, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

  When it comes to choosing the best recreational lake in the United States, it should be little surprise that two of the lakes bordering…

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