It’s winter in Michigan! Maybe you’ve got some big plans in store. A trip to a warmer climate? Maybe cross-country skiing or snowshoeing Up North with the family? Why not venture to some places that are sure to give you an only-in-winter show of nature? These spots are mostly situated on the west side of the state, at Lake Michigan, where we all know about the insane power of lake effect snow. That force creates the most astounding ice formations around. Maybe you should head over to some of these places to discover the raw beauty of it all.

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It’s so…out of this world to see how our great state is so transformed during the winter. We know we’ve really only scratched the surface, though. What do you think about Michigan in winter? Share with us some pics of some jaw-dropping Michigan landscapes during the winter. We’d love to see ’em!

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What are some of the best things to do in winter in Michigan?

Winter in Michigan may bring about freezing cold temperatures but it’s also a magical time of year! Here are some of the best things to do in winter in Michigan:

  1. Outdoor ice skating: Throughout Michigan, you can find an outdoor ice rink. Here are a few:
  • The Outdoor Ice Rink at Clark Park in Detroit, Michigan
  • Buhr Park Ice Arena in Ann Arbor, Michigan
  • Romeo Community Outdoor Ice Rink in Washington, Michigan
  • Dearborn Ice Skating Center in Dearborn, Michigan
  • Reflection Pond Public Skating in Riverview, Michigan

 

2. Snow tubing: Nothing is more thrilling than speeding down a hill on a tube! Here are a few snow tubing hills in Michigan:

 

3. Sled riding. Check out these sled-riding hills in Michigan.

4. Take a winter getaway in Michigan at one of the following places:

  • Mackinac House on Mackinac Island, Michigan
  • Double JJ Resort in Rothbury, Michigan

 

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