January and February do not have to feel like a long indoor timeout. A Midwest winter vacation can be... The post Family Road ...

Piping plover populations around the Great Lakes plunged in the 1980s. Conservation efforts have helped the numbers grow to record highs.

Discover unforgettable Michigan weekend getaways, from dazzling dunes to charming lakeside towns, that turn ordinary escapes ...

Escape the crowds and hike to Michigan’s most beautiful hidden lakes. Peaceful trails, clear water, and unforgettable natural ...

Just four rangers bear the responsibility of patrolling 850 miles of hiking trails and monitoring more than 100 backcountry campsites.

Looking to kick off 2026 with a fresh travel experience? Then forget what's usual and typical and open your mind to some hidden gems that offer something truly unique! If you're into hiking, sampling ...

Don't let your dreams of romantic sandy beachfront walks fool you. The 3.6-mile Dune Climb Trail at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan is no joke. With just shy of 650 feet of ...

While some travelers drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore to climb the dunes and dip their toes into Lake Michigan for a day, many like to immerse themselves in the outdoors and camp while ...

A trip to Michigan's great outdoors along the Lake Michigan coast awaits at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in northwest Michigan this summer — but you'll need to get a pass to visit the ...

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore offers sandy dunes and beaches along Lake Michigan shores. You can buy passes from several sites in or near the national lakeshore or online. The National Park ...