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Arcadia Dunes is One of Northern Michigan's Most Rewarding Hikes

Arcadia Dunes is One of Northern Michigan’s Most Rewarding Hikes

May 4, 2022
by jonkatje
Trails

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore may get the most attention when it comes to Lake Michigan sand dunes in Northern Michigan, but we recently had…

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Connor Bayou (Ottawa County Parks) Offers Plentiful Outdoor Recreation Opportunities

Connor Bayou (Ottawa County Parks) Offers Plentiful Outdoor Recreation Opportunities

March 27, 2022
by jonkatje
Trails, Uncategorized

Like many of the parks in the Ottawa County Parks system, Connor Bayou in Grand Haven is located near a body of water (the Grand…

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L. M. Wise Preserve in Hopkins: Hiking, History, Birds and More!

L. M. Wise Preserve in Hopkins: Hiking, History, Birds and More!

March 8, 2022
by jonkatje
Family Trips, Trails

The first spring day of 2022 led us to exploring some new parks in Allegan County. Our favorite for the day was without question the…

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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 jonkatje
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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The New Lower Tahquamenon Falls Bridge Will Enhance the Visitor Experience Starting in 2022

The New Lower Tahquamenon Falls Bridge Will Enhance the Visitor Experience Starting in 2022

October 7, 2021
by jonkatje
Waterfalls

Each year, more than half a million visitors come to Tahquamenon Falls State Park to see waterfalls, hike trails, and enjoy everything else Michigan’s second-largest…

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Meridian Baseline State Park: Hike the Beautiful Trails at One of Michigan's Newest State Parks

Meridian Baseline State Park: Hike the Beautiful Trails at One of Michigan’s Newest State Parks

May 9, 2021
by jonkatje
History

Michigan is home to more than 100 state parks, and Meridian Baseline State Park is one of the most recent additions. This small yet beautiful…

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The North Country Trail Hike 100 Challenge Heads Into Sixth Year After Record Participation

The North Country Trail Hike 100 Challenge Heads Into Sixth Year After Record Participation

December 19, 2020
by jonkatje
Trails

Michigan has the most of a lot of things – we are blessed with the most freshwater coastline, the most lighthouses, and we also have…

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Powderhorn Falls, Gogebic County

Powderhorn Falls, Gogebic County

August 9, 2020
by jonkatje
Waterfalls

Just down the road from Big Powderhorn Mountain Ski Resort in Bessemer is a 15 foot tall waterfall on Powdermill Creek. Powderhorn Falls isn’t the…

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Horseshoe Harbor (Mary MacDonald Preserve), Copper Harbor

Horseshoe Harbor (Mary MacDonald Preserve), Copper Harbor

August 8, 2020
by jonkatje
Trails

Some places in Michigan are so beautiful that it’s hard to fully describe them in words. The Mary MacDonald Preserve at Horseshoe Harbor is one…

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10 Coronavirus Vacation Tips For Summer 2020

10 Coronavirus Vacation Tips For Summer 2020

June 30, 2020
by jonkatje
Family Trips, Vacation

As we approach the 4th of July weekend, many Michigan residents will soon be hitting the road for vacations they’ve had to wait a bit…

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