Vacation In Michigan Summer

As the excitement of summer is upon us, the anticipation of a relaxing and rejuvenating break is in the air. Many people across Michigan are making plans to vacation this summer whether it be camping, hiking, kayaking etc. Summer vacations can be a great way to get respite from the stresses of everyday life and reconnect with family and friends. We have put together a list of events for you to enjoy as you plan for your perfect Michigan summer vacation.

Michigan summers are some of the best vacations in the national parks are probably the most popular, but if you want something more secluded than go here. The earliest summer resort was Mackinaw City and there are many national and state parks you will find. Lake Superior National Recreation Area is much more nature based while Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is known for its strikingly beautiful gash in the sandstone along the shore of Lake Superior.

Michigan is one of the most visited states in America, and it has so many things to offer. It also has a lot of beautiful spots to visit than can make your vacation memorable. The summers in Michigan are very pleasant, so you need to visit at that time to enjoy the best of what this popular spot has on offer.

Vacation In Michigan Summer

Summer time is nearly here and this means you will have a lot of free time. Now, if you are in the market for a great place to go on vacation or would just rather explore new places, Michigan might be the perfect destination for you.

The trouble with the typical Michigan summer travel guide is that if you’ve lived here long enough, chances are you’ve seen and done it all. So when brainstorming for our annual travel round-up, we decided to compile a list that contains some unexpected, unforgettable experiences to shake up your summer — including a few really adventurous picks for even the most seasoned Michigan traveler. Read on for our suggestions, start making some reservations, and get ready to enjoy the best summer yet.

Explore an underground mine: Hardhats are your first hint that the tours are anything but ordinary at Adventure Mining Co, a historic Keweenaw copper mine that operated from 1850 to 1920. Several tour types offer experiences for all ages and abilities, ranging from easy guided walking tours to rappelling, crawling and hiking through the mine’s depths.

Take a ride in a dune buggy: It was nearly a century ago when Malcom Wood offered Silver Lake’s first “dune scooter” expeditions in a reconfigured Ford Model A for 25 cents a ride. The dune buggies have evolved since then (think four-wheel drive and aircraft tires), but Mac Wood’s Dune Rides are still bringing family friendly, rollercoaster-style fun to coastal West Michigan’s mountains of sand.

Hike the “Grand Canyon” of the U.P.: Canyon Falls and Gorge presents one of those rare opportunities to see an impressive natural phenomenon for very little effort on the visitors’ part. A 15-minute easy, scenic trail through hardwood forests leads to a spot where the U.P.’s Sturgeon River builds from a series of rapids into a waterfall that plunges into a deep, narrow box canyon lined with towering trees. It’s simply beautiful and a must-stop if you’re cruising US-41 near L’Anse.

Visit a ghost town: Once a bustling industrial community on the tip of the U.P.’s Garden Peninsula, Fayette is now a ghost town contained within Fayette Historic State Park, where the old buildings’ brick facades and weathered dock pilings are striking against Lake Michigan’s sparkling blues. Guided and self-guided tours available; stay overnight at the onsite modern campground.

Go whitewater rafting: Adventure seekers don’t have to leave Michigan to find world-class whitewater. The wild and beautiful Menominee River in the far western U.P. features exhilarating Class III and IV rapids, which you can ride on a public or private guided rafting tour with TrueNorth Outpost based in Norway, Mich. Not quite ready for roaring rapids? The Sturgeon isn’t quite whitewater but as the fastest river in the Lower Peninsula, it still serves up a fun, challenging paddle; check out Big Bear Adventures in Indian River for river trips.

Kayak Mackinac Island: Sure, a bike ride around Mackinac Island’s perimeter is a classic Michigan experience. But some of the best views of the island are from the water, so this year consider trading the pedals for a paddle on a guided kayak tour. Great Turtle Kayak Tours’ routes showcase the island’s sunrises and sunsets, and landmarks like Arch Rock. Paddleboards are available for rental as well.