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Know Before You Go: Plan Ahead For Summer Construction at These Michigan State Parks

Know Before You Go: Plan Ahead For Summer Construction at These Michigan State Parks

May 23, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Camping

With an influx of funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (2021), many Michigan state parks are set to get some major upgrades in 2023…

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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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Photo Gallery Friday: Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling

Photo Gallery Friday: Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling

December 28, 2018
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 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 Jonathan Katje
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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Michigan State Park Mini Cabins and Camper Cabins

Michigan State Park Mini Cabins and Camper Cabins

April 1, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

It’s spring, and now that the snow is gone it’s time to start thinking about vacation plans. It might be a little on the cool side…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Fred Meijer White Pine Trail, Rockford to Cedar Springs

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Fred Meijer White Pine Trail, Rockford to Cedar Springs

July 19, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
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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Michigan A to Z: Travel the Mitten's Summer Guide

Michigan A to Z: Travel the Mitten’s Summer Guide

May 27, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Family Trips, Sports

Michigan is all set for a hot summer packed full of festivals, events, sports and more. Fairs, festivals, races, and can’t-miss vacation spots are all…

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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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12 Things to See and Do at Belle Isle Park in Detroit, Michigan

12 Things to See and Do at Belle Isle Park in Detroit, Michigan

November 2, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Landmarks

In 2013, the Michigan DNR added Belle Isle Park in Detroit to its amazing portfolio of state parks and recreation areas. This 982-acre island can…

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Photo Gallery Friday: Visit the "Big Spring Kitch-iti-kipi" at Palms Book State Park

Photo Gallery Friday: Visit the “Big Spring Kitch-iti-kipi” at Palms Book State Park

May 15, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Landmarks

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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