If you didn't find what you were looking for, try a new search!
All across the United States are 150 designated scenic byways, three of which are in the state of Michigan. The 47-mile Copper Country Scenic Byway that runs through the middle of the Keweenaw Peninsula of the U.P. traverses one of Michigan’s most remote and picturesque wilderness. The historic towns, once the centers of commerce and [...]
The east portion of southern Michigan is home to some of the state’s most historic cities. Detroit, for instance, was founded in 1701 as a fort and settlement. Today it’s an industrial urban center, with 300 years of history under its belt, some of which still haunt visitors today. Ann Arbor, home to the University [...]
When summer temperatures rise, taste buds and appetites turn their attention to something sweet and cold: ice cream. Michigan is full of fun, unique ice cream spots that are most beloved and often “must-stops” for travelers. Many have very distinctive flavors you can’t find anywhere else, and of course, most if not all carry the [...]
Where, oh, where, do you begin? This region of the state is ideal for cultivating nearly 14,000 acres of vines of multiple grape varieties, making us the fourth largest grape-growing state. Not all of it is for wine, however. Most of it is for juice grapes (i.e., Concord grape). Wine grapes grown here - due [...]
The water of Torch Lake in Northwest Lower Michigan has been compared to that of the azure and turquoise of the Caribbean. In fact, National Geographic called it one of the 10 most beautiful lakes in the world. And at 19 miles long, it’s Michigan’s longest inland lake, which means there’s plenty of room for [...]
There’s a part of central Michigan known as the Irish Hills. According to the website, area encompasses parts of two counties (Jackson and Lenawee), as well as Onsted, Tipton, Somerset Center, Napoleon, Norvell, Cement City, Clarklake, and more. The name originated from the Irish immigrants who settled the area in the mid-1800s. Truly an honor [...]
Mileage: 310 Miles Driving Time: 5 hours, 35 minutes A lot of travelers simply use I-75 to move vertically over the state on their way to the Upper Peninsula or to visit Motown - or simply to move across the state as quickly as possible. Although this highway is the main vein, there are dozens [...]
Mileage: 68.7 miles Driving Time: 2 hours, 14 minutes The remote Upper Peninsula wilderness and breathtaking Lake Superior shoreline beckon travelers and adventurers from all over the country, and the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is one of the most stunning areas. The National Park Service can provide you with a comprehensive map and information about [...]
Driving Time: 2 hours, 7 minutes Total Distance: 94.5 miles Visit Harbor Country once, the southwest region of Michigan, and you’ll be hooked for life. The region that is so picturesque and crowded in the summer months gets a little sleepier when cold weather rolls around. But that’s when the fun can truly begin. Avoid [...]
Total Driving Time: 6 hours, 34 minutes Mileage: 317 miles If you enjoy wildlife, scavenger hunts, and a leisurely pace, this driving tour is just the ticket for you. You may want to consider doing this tour over the course of two or three days. It’ll take you to some of the top spots [...]
