Take These 10 Country Roads In Michigan For An Unforgettable Scenic Drive

Sometimes the perfect getaway is a simple drive along some scenic country roads in Michigan. It doesn't have to be action-packed or involved a bunch of sightseeing. Just being surrounded by relaxing vistas and rolling, winding roads takes you out of yourself for a while. Here are some stunning scenic routes you need to check out in Michigan.

1. Grand Marias to Munising: Grand Sable Dunes at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Lake Superior has never looked so magical than when driving through Grand Marias to Munising. This is certainly one of the most scenic drives in Michigan.

2. Harbor Springs to Cross Village's Tunnel of Trees

Sure everyone has heard of a Tunnel of Love, but this Tunnel of Trees is a paradise for all lovers of beautiful places in Michigan come fall.

3. M-134 from Hessel to Drummond Island

This quaint drive gives visitors a view and a trip to the overlooked Les Cheneaux Islands, a hideaway filled with cottages and old-fashioned boats.

4. Cut River Bridge

Just west of St. Ignace you can drive along this bridge for an incredible view of Lake Michigan, which is highly recommended.

5. US-2 from St. Ignace to Manistique

This Upper Peninsula drive offers stunning views of the shoreline.

6. River Road Scenic Byway

You'll have your breath taken away as you drive along AuSable river, and don't be afraid to stop and head out on a hike along the AuSable River Trail.

7. M-23 from Tawas City to Alpena

The drive to Alpena is wonderful and once you arrive, it's a perfect view of the waterfront. Picnic anyone?

8. M-22 from Arcadia to Frankfort

A spectacular drive from these cities gives the driver an amazing view of the beaches of Arcadia.

9. Weko Beach

This hidden gem of a beach along Lake MIchigan is the prize for driving up from Bridgman.

10. Red Arrow Highway from New Buffalo to St. Joseph

Along this drive, we can see the beautifully eerie view of the coastal town of Union Pier at dusk. This is worth it for the drive alone, trust us.

So, do you think you're up for a nice scenic drive sometime soon? The great thing about these no-muss road trips is that you literally don't need a plan. You just hit the gas station, turn on that GPS to get on the right roadway, and drive. Where are your favorite scenic country roads in Michigan? Tell us in the comment section.

One more scenic drive you may want to add to your list is the seven-mile-long Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive located in the western part of Northern Michigan.