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6 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Michigan for a Spring Hike

Explore six picture-perfect nature trails in Michigan for a spring hike, featuring wildflowers, scenic views, and unforgettable outdoor escapes.

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

by Cait Kontalis
on Jan 30
A view from the top of a ridgeline overlooking a lake.
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This Scenic Michigan Trail Is Even Better in the Winter

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

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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The Sandy 3.6-Mile Hike at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Worth the Sweat

Explore the Dune Climb Trail at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan.

by Cait Kontalis
on Oct 24
A sandy dune hike overlooking a lake.
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4 Underrated National Forest Hikes in Michigan That Rival Jordan Pond Path

Discover waterfalls, cliffs, and suspension bridges along these national forest hikes in Michigan.

by Cait Kontalis
on Aug 25
Rocky cliffs overlooking the waves of Lake Superior.
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Michigan Has a Hiking Trail Where Every Stop Is a Sculpture or a Poem

Take a stroll through Brighton, Michigan, where nature meets poetry and sculpture. This trail turns every corner into a discovery.

by Jacki Mick
on Jul 3
A dirt trail curves through green woods in Brighton, Michigan.
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I Hiked 2 Miles Under a Full Moon on Lake Huron. The Moonrise Was Worth Every Step

Hoeft State Park near Rogers City, Michigan, boasts a mile of pristine, east-facing beach on Lake Huron. This makes it a perfect place for a moonlight hike in the Great Lakes State.

by Trent Jonas
on Jul 2
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Stroll Then Swim on This Beach Hike in Michigan That’s Perfect for Summer

Just north of Honor, Michigan, this short trail winds through dunes and wildflowers to a peaceful Lake Michigan beach. It’s perfect for a summer stroll and a swim.

by Jacki Mick
on Jun 27
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