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7 Reasons Why Baraga State Park Is A Perfect Base Camp for Upper Peninsula Adventure

7 Reasons Why Baraga State Park Is A Perfect Base Camp for Upper Peninsula Adventure

July 16, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Camping

Out of all the state parks we’ve camped at in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, one of the handful we find ourselves returning to frequently is Baraga…

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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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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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Port Crescent State Park, Port Austin

Port Crescent State Park, Port Austin

August 27, 2018
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

If you’re looking for spectacular sand dunes on the eastern side of the state, look no further than Port Crescent State Park near Port Austin….

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Photo Gallery Friday: Silver Lake State Park

Photo Gallery Friday: Silver Lake State Park

May 18, 2018
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Vacation

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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Photo Gallery Friday: Van Riper State Park in Marquette County

Photo Gallery Friday: Van Riper State Park in Marquette County

November 13, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

Photo Gallery Friday is a regular feature on Travel the Mitten that will help showcase photos from places where one post just isn’t enough to…

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Van Riper State Park - Camping and Recreation on the Shores of Lake Michigamme in Marquette County

Van Riper State Park – Camping and Recreation on the Shores of Lake Michigamme in Marquette County

September 17, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is home to more than a dozen stunning state parks. We recently profiled Bewabic State Park in the Western U.P., and we’ve…

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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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Haymeadow Falls and Campground - A Serene Waterfall in the Hiawatha National Forest

Haymeadow Falls and Campground – A Serene Waterfall in the Hiawatha National Forest

August 27, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Nestled in the Hiawatha National Forest northeast of Rapid River, visitors will find a serene and peaceful waterfall on Haymeadow Creek as well as a…

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A Trip to Michigan's Two Hearted River With Bell's Two Hearted Ale

A Trip to Michigan’s Two Hearted River With Bell’s Two Hearted Ale

July 29, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

We first made the trip back to the mouth of Michigan’s Two Hearted River in June of 2012, less than a month after the Duck…

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