ADVENTURE

NOW IN BLOOM

Welcome to the spring issue of Explore Michigan—where the thaw is an invitation. As sap rises and trails dry out, we’re celebrating the first true season of motion with stories that taste like sweet maple syrup and sound like tires on fresh singletrack.

 

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Christi & Todd Petersen, owners of Maple Moon Sugarbush & Winery (MAPLE MOON SUGARBUSH AND WINERY)

Sap Runs, Spirits Rise

Petoskey’s Maple Moon ferments maple syrup, guides tap-to-table tours, and keeps it local. Read More

COURTESY KEWEENAW MOUNTAIN LODGE

Stargazing in pure darkness

The Great Lakes State is home to an impressive constellation of officially designated Dark Sky Preserves and parks. Read More


COURTESY TOP OF MICHIGAN TRAILS COUNCIL/ERIC COX

Pedal power

For Chicagoans craving wide-open paths and scenic views beyond the Lakefront Trail, Michigan offers a cyclist’s dream… Read More

Things to See & Explore

Grand Haven South Pierhead Inner Light, built in 1905, Lake Michigan, MI, USA. (Dreamstime │ #77763701 - Haveseen)

A shore to explore

Michigan’s historic West Michigan Pike is more than just a road; it’s a living piece of history. Read More

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Harvest & Harmony

In Michigan, some venues are redefining what it means to host live entertainment. Read More

Amur tiger - Potter Park Zoo, Lansing (Melissa Tucker)

Go Wild!

From lush urban parks to sprawling natural landscapes, Michigan’s zoos offer unforgettable experiences! Read More

Things to Do

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Summer thrills

Michigan’s Adventure is the state’s largest amusement park, offering a mix of high-speed thrills, water attractions, … Read More

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Play, learn, repeat

Michigan is home to an impressive collection of children’s museums, offering fun, educational experiences. Read More

Get away for the weekend!

Get Away For The Weekend!

The quaint harbor towns along the Lake Michigan coastline have attracted Chicagoland travelers for generations. Read More

Drink & Dine

Clyde’s Drive-In (ST. IGNACE VISITORS BUREAU)

Northern Michigan’s Drive-In Icons

With windows down and retro carhop service on the menu, these local icons offer a delicious detour for any road trip. Read More

Michigan Foodies’ Favorite Restaurants

With wine and beer tours prompting people to travel and taste, why not create a foodie tour. Planning your stops arou… Read More

Shop and Dine at a Restored Historic Michigan Village

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons is one of Michigan’s most amazing places. Originally constructed in the early 1… Read More

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