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These Four Michigan State Parks Turn 100 Years Old in 2023

These Four Michigan State Parks Turn 100 Years Old in 2023

March 19, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Camping

The first Michigan state park dates back to 1919, and more than 100 have joined it since then. Four of our Michigan state parks will…

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Muskegon South Breakwater Light: Rusty Lake Michigan Beacon Will Soon Be Repaired

Muskegon South Breakwater Light: Rusty Lake Michigan Beacon Will Soon Be Repaired

July 17, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Back in April we made a trip out to Muskegon to get a look at a freighter (the Kaye E. Barker) that had become stuck…

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Things To Do In Michigan This Winter - Holland

Even With 2020 Increase, Michigan Recreation Passport Still An Incredible Value

January 20, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

On January 15, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced that the Michigan Recreation Passport will increase from $11 to $12 in 2020 (beginning March…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Muskegon State Park

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Muskegon State Park

May 9, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesdays is a new feature that will showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands…

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Muskegon South Pierhead Light, Lake Michigan

Muskegon South Pierhead Light, Lake Michigan

August 11, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks, Lighthouses

Muskegon, Michigan was once an important Great Lakes port thanks to a thriving lumber industry. The Muskegon South Pierhead Light is the third beacon to…

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Photo Gallery Friday: Muskegon State Park

Photo Gallery Friday: Muskegon State Park

April 1, 2016
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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16 Things to See and Do in Muskegon, Michigan

16 Things to See and Do in Muskegon, Michigan

March 31, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Landmarks, Lighthouses, Museums

Muskegon is known for its beautiful sandy beaches on Lake Michigan and a vibrant downtown full of history and art. Lumber drove the economy in…

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16 Michigan State Parks You Should Visit in 2016

16 Michigan State Parks You Should Visit in 2016

January 4, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

Michigan is home to more than 100 state parks, more than 140 state park campgrounds and 13,500 campsites, and nearly 900 miles of state park…

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Michigan State Parks That Border Lake Michigan

Michigan State Parks That Border Lake Michigan

February 15, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

The state of Michigan boasts one of the best state park systems in that nation, with more than 100 parks and recreation areas that see…

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