Michigan Outdoors

Michigan outdoors. Where the nation’s largest fresh water coastline invites us to swim, boat and sink our toes in the sandy beaches. Where 3,100 miles of off-road vehicle routes twist through national and Michigan state parks. Where 11,000 inland lakes are teeming with fishing stories waiting to be told. Come outside and play. Among the wind, water, earth and sky of Pure Michigan.

RV Rentals

Michigan brings ample opportunities to enjoy fun and exciting adventures any time of the year, but many RVers will tell you that autumn is their favorite season to travel around our state. Visit the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles & Campgrounds (MARVAC) for more information.

Photo courtesy of the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles & Campgrounds (MARVAC)

Tahquamenon Falls State Park, Paradise

Tahquamenon Falls, a must-see for any one who enjoys natural beauty in its finest setting. View it close up. The soothing rush of water from the 200-ft-wide Upper Falls drops nearly 50-ft and is considered one of the largest falls this side of the Mississippi River. The Lower Falls are equally magnificent and gush around an island.

Photo courtesy of Upper Peninsula Travel & Recreation Association

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakshore

West of Traverse City, this immense sandbox covers the Lake Michigan shoreline plus two pristine islands, encompassing historic sites, scenic drives, forests and fishing. Clamber a dune; or hike almost 100 miles of trails, which traverse everything from high vistas at Empire Bluff Trail to wildflower fields at Bayview Trail. This is Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Photo courtesy of Midwest Living and Brian Confer

Sailing in Grand Haven

Miles of soft, golden sand, rolling dunes and towering trees make the area one of the most attractive Lake Michigan waterfront communities. When walking along the beach, listen for the “singing sand”, a phenomenon unique to Lake Michigan beaches. This photo is off the shores of Grand Haven.

Photo courtesy of Grand Haven/Spring Lake Area Visitors Bureau

Fishing in Holland

Spend a day at the breakwaters of the Holland State Park angling for perch. Troll Lake Michigan for five species of sport fish aboard a Holland charter boats with an experienced captain. Fish our inland waters for pan fish, walleye or bass. Whatever your pleasure, enjoy some of the best sport fishing in the Midwest.

Photo courtesy of Holland CVB

Kayaking the AuSable River

Photo courtesy of Midwest Living

Wolverine Campground, Genesee County

Nestled in a pine forest on the shores of the Hollo Reservoir, Wolverine Campground has daily park activities to keep your family active. Swim at Buttercup Beach and fish on the Holloway Reservoir.

Photo courtesy of Genesee County Parks and Recreation

Beachtowns

Harbor Country

Michigan’s West Coast

Grand Rapids

Sault Ste. Marie

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