If you're looking for a serene lakeside getaway just outside of Detroit, this Michigan lake is a great fit with boating, fishing, camping, and beaches.
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Apart from the Great Lakes, Michigan is home to a number of other popular lake destinations. If you're looking for something lowkey, this is the lake for you.
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Discover a little-known island nestled between Michigan's eastern edge and the Canadian border, where you can enjoy some local eats and trek through nature.
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Nestled in the uppermost part of Michigan's mitten is a county filled with great beaches, lots of parks, and an affordable option for retirees to consider.
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Delicious foods, hands-on activities, walkable shopping, exciting art galleries, and more all await you in this Michigan town's exciting downtown district.
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For 100 years this island park was a popular urban escape in Michigan, then it fell into disrepair. Today, with $144 million in renovations, it's beloved again.
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This underrated glacial lake in Michigan is a boating paradise with incredible scenery and a water depth of only around 10 feet, making it great for fishing.
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Michigan is famous for its many lakes, and this lesser-known gem has clean water, year-round trout fishing, boating, and waterfront cottages.
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Charlevoix County ranks among Michigan's best places to retire, offering charming lakeside towns, beautiful scenery, and year-round outdoor recreation.
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This lesser-known inland lake in Michigan offers swimmers more favorable water for swimming than nearby Lake Michigan and pretty trails and overlooks.
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One major Midwest city hopes to attract and keep talent by offering $15,000 awards to residents, but not everyone qualifies for the benefit.
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Under an hour from Detroit and Lansing, this nearly 5,000-acre park is an adventure haven for hiking trails, nature camping, swimming, fishing, and lake fun.
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This affordable county in Michigan is popular with retirees because it has lakes, a county fair, horseback trails, and an International Dark Sky Park.
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This Michigan lake rewards underwater explorers with unexpected artifacts, while boaters and anglers enjoy clear waters and an active summer recreation scene.
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This Michigan lake offers leisurely paddles and angling, with picnic lawns, wetland paths, and a floating boardwalk providing more ways to enjoy the shore.
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Michigan is chock full of incredible lakes, even beyond the Great Lakes. Here's where you can enjoy a full day of fishing and beautiful lakeside views.
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Whether you're looking for some prime fishing or a scenic getaway, these salmon fishing spots are great for a solo vacation or a family trip.
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One of the many perks of traveling is the food, so why not plan a trip around visiting a world-renowned food festival that attracts tons of crowds every year?
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Thrift shoppers, antique collectors, and general road-trip lovers will revel at this 690-mile long yard sale that spans across six states.
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The Midwest is an underrated, autumnal gem that deserves just as much fall foliage hype as New England. Here are some of the best places for leaf peeping.
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The defeat at this site later became a rallying cry for American forces during the War of 1812, and the battlefield is preserved with a small national park.
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Travel to Europe all without leaving home — or at least the state of Michigan! You'll love this park's Dutch charm, with food, fun, and entertainment for all.
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The beaches around Lake Michigan can get crowded. This underrated Michigan state park offers safe and calm waters along with less-busy beaches and camping.
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There are 12 states that are considered part of the Midwest region of the United States and even other Americans can have a unique cultural experience there.
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If you're in the mood for a scare this Halloween, there are hundreds of haunted house attractions across the United States. Here are the best ones we found.
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The orchards of Michigan are alive and well at this time of year, and one gorgeous village near Grand Rapids makes a great base for family adventures here.
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This peninsula was named Michigan's top county to retire to in 2026. It offers four seasons of recreation, lakeside views, and charming communities.
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