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Michigan Kayak Trips: Fun on the Flat River (Belding to Fallasburg Park)

Michigan Kayak Trips: Fun on the Flat River (Belding to Fallasburg Park)

March 2, 2021
by jonkatje
Kayak Trips

We’ve covered a handful of Michigan kayak trips from last summer, and you may notice that many of them take place on the Flat River….

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Michigan Kayak Trips: A Relaxing Afternoon Paddle on the Flat River (Fallasburg Park to Lowell)

Michigan Kayak Trips: A Relaxing Afternoon Paddle on the Flat River (Fallasburg Park to Lowell)

January 16, 2021
by jonkatje
Kayak Trips

The Flat River is quite possibly the best river in West Michigan for beginner paddlers to test their kayak skills. We were able to kayak…

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Paddle Under Two Covered Bridges on a Flat River Kayak Trip

Paddle Under Two Covered Bridges on a Flat River Kayak Trip

November 21, 2020
by jonkatje
Kayak Trips

As Michiganders looked for ways to still enjoy this summer while maintaining social distance, kayaking became even more popular than in previous years. We made…

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Great Turtle Kayak of Mackinac Island Finishes 2nd in Best Kayak Tours

Great Turtle Kayak of Mackinac Island Finishes 2nd in Best Kayak Tours

August 31, 2020
by Chris Katje
Kayak Trips

We recently told readers that two Michigan kayak companies were up for a user poll from 10Best, a USA Today company. The poll selected 20…

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28 Great Michigan Kayak Trips

28 Great Michigan Kayak Trips

August 12, 2020
by jonkatje
Family Trips, Vacation

In a state surrounded by four Great Lakes, it should come as little surprise that we have some of the best kayaking opportunities in the…

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Photo Gallery: Platte River Kayak Trip at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Photo Gallery: Platte River Kayak Trip at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

August 8, 2020
by jonkatje
Family Trips, Kayak Trips

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of Michigan’s most popular destinations, with its breathtaking views and endless outdoor recreation opportunities. In addition to its…

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Photo Gallery Friday: Kayak Trip to the Quincy Dredge

Photo Gallery Friday: Kayak Trip to the Quincy Dredge

June 26, 2020
by jonkatje
History, Landmarks

One of the most recognizable remnants of Michigan’s mining history in the Keweenaw is the Quincy Dredge Number Two, which is easily seen when driving…

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Photo Gallery Friday: Copper Harbor Lighthouse Kayak Trip

Photo Gallery Friday: Copper Harbor Lighthouse Kayak Trip

July 21, 2017
by jonkatje
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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Copper Harbor Lighthouse, Lake Superior

Copper Harbor Lighthouse, Lake Superior

July 11, 2017
by jonkatje
Lighthouses

Copper Harbor is located at the tip of the Upper Peninsula’s Keweenaw Peninsula, the northernmost point on Michigan’s mainland. The Copper Harbor Lighthouse has stood…

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Saginaw River Range Lighthouse, Bay City

Saginaw River Range Lighthouse, Bay City

September 28, 2016
by jonkatje
Lighthouses

Many of Michigan’s lighthouses are easy to visit, but every now and then a little extra effort is required to reach one of our historical…

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