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Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park  Looking to be Named Best in America

Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park Looking to be Named Best in America

April 22, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Camping

A year after finishing in the top four in the same contest, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is once again a finalist for Best State…

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Morgan Falls: A Rewarding Waterfall Hike in Marquette

Morgan Falls: A Rewarding Waterfall Hike in Marquette

October 1, 2025
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Marquette is a must-visit location for those who love outdoor adventure, with plentiful opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and more. The Marquette area is…

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Riptide Ride: A Thrilling Lake Superior Boat Ride Past Cliffs, Lighthouses, and Waterfalls

Riptide Ride: A Thrilling Lake Superior Boat Ride Past Cliffs, Lighthouses, and Waterfalls

August 4, 2025
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Lighthouses

Munising is home to multiple options for those wishing to see the Pictured Rocks cliffs from the water. You can kayak with Pictured Rocks Kayaking…

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Pinnacle Falls: A Marquette County Wilderness Waterfall That's Worth the Drive

Pinnacle Falls: A Marquette County Wilderness Waterfall That’s Worth the Drive

July 19, 2025
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Marquette County is home to many beautiful waterfalls and seemingly endless outdoor recreation opportunities. Over the years we’ve had the chance to visit Yellow Dog…

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Damage Forces Closure of Popular Pictured Rocks Waterfall Trail for 2025

Damage Forces Closure of Popular Pictured Rocks Waterfall Trail for 2025

May 11, 2025
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

A heavy rain storm has forced the closure of the Munising Falls trail for 2025, as 75 feet of the walkway was damaged in late…

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Here Are The Six Fee Free Days For Michigan National Parks in 2025

Here Are The Six Fee Free Days For Michigan National Parks in 2025

January 6, 2025
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Michigan is home to one national park, two national lakeshores, one national historic park, part of a national scenic trail, one national heritage area, and…

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2024 Year in Review: 24 Michigan Places We Visited For The First Time

2024 Year in Review: 24 Michigan Places We Visited For The First Time

December 26, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

As 2024 winds down it is time for our annual look back at the new places in Michigan we were able to explore this year….

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Big Changes Coming at Tahquamenon Falls State Park

Big Changes Coming at Tahquamenon Falls State Park

October 11, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Tahquamenon Falls State Park is one of Michigan’s most visited Upper Peninsula parks, thanks to its large campgrounds, miles of hiking trails, and of course…

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Erick's Falls - A Roadside Waterfall in Baraga County

Erick’s Falls – A Roadside Waterfall in Baraga County

September 5, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

The Upper Peninsula’s Baraga County is home to dozens of waterfalls, most of which can be visited without too much work. Erick’s Falls is a small…

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Morgan Meadows Falls, Marquette County

Morgan Meadows Falls, Marquette County

June 19, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

The greater Marquette area in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is a fantastic spot for waterfall enthusiasts, as more than 20 sets of falls in the area…

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