5 Of The Most Memorable Road Trips In Michigan You’ll Ever Take

Highlighting five unique and memorable road trips across different regions of Michigan.

Looking for the most unique and memorable Michigan road trips? With so many wonderful options all over the state, we thought we would do some of the research for you, by highlighting five of the very best road trips in five regions of the state. So just pack your bags, grab some snacks, and get ready to set off on five of the most memorable road trips in Michigan you'll ever take.

1. Kick off your road trip with a day in Detroit, with stops at classic destinations like...

Greektown…

Eastern Market,

and Greenfield Village.

Detroit is a total foodie paradise!

2. Next, a Grand Rapids foodie tour...

This road trip includes a trip to Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery,

A stop at Fulton Street Farmers Market,

... and finishes at Founders Brewing Company.

3. Cruise up U.S. Route 31 to explore the beauty of Lake Michigan's beachtowns, touring the cities of Ludington, Saugatuck, Muskegon, Grand Haven, Holland and St. Joseph.

You'll be awestruck bu the Pure Michigan beauty of Pere Marquette Beach.

Then, head to Saugatuck Dunes State Park,

And check out the views of St. Joseph, too.

4. Find the lighthouses of Lake Huron, including Tawas Point, Sturgeon Point, Alpena Light, Middle Island Light Station and New Presque Isle Lighthouse Park and Museum...

This is the Insta-worthy Alpena Light near Alpena.

Michigan has some truly stunning lighthouses that are worthy of a road trip, and Tawas Point Light is at the top of the list.

Check out our previous article for a truly epic lighthouse road trip through Michigan.

5. Finally, take a rugged trail tour on the shores of Lake Superior.

Stop by Grand Sable Dunes,

Then head to the incredible Tahquamenon Falls State Park,

And end your road trip at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

This is peak Pure Michigan, guys.

How many of these attractions have you visited? Planning to take any of these road trips soon? Let us know in the comments below!

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