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The Paddling Trail in Michigan That’s Better Than Most Hikes

This scenic paddling trail in Michigan offers incredible views without tough climbs. Here’s why it’s better than a hike.

by Trent Jonas
on May 22
Wide aerial shot showing the sandbars and turquoise water of Torch Lake along Michigan's Chain of Lakes Water Trail.
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The Small-Town State Park in Michigan Locals Want To Keep to Themselves

by Trent Jonas
on Apr 30
Crystal clear water ripples over a rocky pebble beach along the coast of Wilderness State Park, Michigan.
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Seeing This Michigan National Park After Dark Is Better Than Daytime

by Trent Jonas
on Apr 9
The Milky Way galaxy arcs over dark dune grass silhouettes at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
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6 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Michigan for a Spring Hike

by Trent Jonas
on Apr 8
Vibrant purple wildflowers and dune grass on a sandy Michigan beach during spring.
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You Can Hike in Two States in One Day on This Michigan Trail

by Trent Jonas
on Feb 26
A dirt path of the North Country Trail winds through a lush green pine forest in Michigan.

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Don’t Try This One Hike in Michigan if You’re Afraid of Heights

Explore the Minong Ridge Trail in Isle Royale National Park in Michigan, where there are often more moose than people.

by Cait Kontalis
on Jan 30
A view from the top of a ridgeline overlooking a lake.
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Find 4 Bucket-List-Level Views in Michigan Without Needing To Be an Expert Hiker

The most bucket-list Michigan views are way up north, on the off-grid Keweenaw Peninsula.

by Stephanie Frias
on Dec 7
A wooden staircase descending onto a wide, golden sand beach next to the moody Lake Superior, Michigan.
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Hiking

This Scenic Michigan Trail Is Even Better in the Winter

Michigan's Highland State Recreation Area is full of wildlife and particularly great for birding. The park's A Loop trail is a beautiful winter hike.

by Amanda Finn
on Nov 26
Snow covered ground with many, many bare brown trees with a deep blue river running down the middle.
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Hiking

This Is the Most Claustrophobic Hike in Michigan—Would You Try It?

This densely forested trail in Michigan leads to a cave. It's not a great hike for those who dislike confined spaces.

by Trent Jonas
on Nov 23
A trail leads to a large cave in a basalt rock cliff, the opening of which is surrounded by green vegetation.
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Caves & Rock Formations

Uncover the Mysterious World Hiding in This Abandoned Michigan Mine

Visit Arnold Mine for a chance to go back in time and to journey to another world. It's one of the most fascinating hikes in Michigan.

by Noah Morriss
on Oct 26
The Arnold Mine sits crumbling in the sunlight.