Try These Pure Michigan Backgrounds For Your Video Calls

As we’re all spending time at home, more and more people are turning to video conferencing software like Zoom to stay in touch with work colleagues and connect with family and friends. But being inside doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the beauty of Michigan. From trails to the fresh coast to iconic destinations, use these images to add a Pure Michigan background to your virtual conversations.

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Michigan offers four seasons of outdoor fun and scenic views. Appear as if you're in a winter wonderland of snow-covered forests, frozen waterfalls, downhill skiing and urban excitement.

Ski lift at Mount Brighton — Ski Lift in Michigan | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Hiker exploring the Eben Ice Caves — The Eben Ice Caves | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Thermal Domes outside in downtown Detroit — Winter in Downtown Detroit | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Skier on Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek Resort — Downhill Skiing | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Wagner Falls frozen in a snowy forest — Wagner Falls During Winter | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

For many, catching a glimpse of the Mackinac Bridge on the horizon means adventure awaits. Keep the excitement going until your next trip across the Mighty Mac.

Anyone who’s visited Mackinac Island knows why it’s one of Michigan’s most iconic destinations. With photos of an island bike ride, the beloved Grand Hotel porch or a sunset at historic British Landing, your virtual conversation can take place in a scenic setting on the “Jewel of the Great Lakes.”

People on bicycles downtown on Mackinac Island — Biking on Mackinac Island | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Rocking chairs on front porch of Grand Hotel — Porch of the Grand Hotel | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Tulips in garden outside Grand Hotel — Tulips in Front of the Grand Hotel | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

People sitting in chairs on beach — British Landing | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

One of Michigan’s most iconic waterfalls, approximately 50,000 gallons of water rush over the brink of Tahquamenon Falls each second. Imagine the sound and find a moment of serenity with this beautiful backdrop.

People on observation deck beside Tahquamenon Falls — Tahquamenon Falls | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

One of the most beloved shorelines in all of Michigan is Sleeping Bear Dunes. Relive your favorite summer vacations with this background of its scenic views.

Trail on dune over Lake Michigan — Trail at Sleeping Bear Dunes | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

The Soo Locks are a modern engineering marvel and a gem of Michigan. Using only gravity, the Locks raise and lower water levels so ships can safely pass the 21-foot difference between Lake Huron and Lake Superior. Appreciate the ingenuity of the Soo Locks with this up-close background!

Freighter in Soo Locks — Freighter at the Soo Locks | Photo Courtesy of Edwin Gott

Michigan’s many trails lead to some incredible destinations, and many of them are a destination all on your own. Use these photos as your background so you can feel like you’re on your way to your perfect paradise.

Stairs leading to Lake in Marquette — Stairs to the Lake in Marquette | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Trail in forest in Upper Peninsula — Upper Peninsula Trail | Photo Courtesy of Ryan Resatka

Beloved by residents and visitors alike, Michigan’s beaches and the lighthouses standing watch over the Great Lakes are an essential part of what Michigan has to offer. With these images, admire Tawas Point Lighthouse or imagine you’re walking barefoot along a sandy shore at sunset.

Shores of Port Crescent Beach — Sunset at Port Crescent Beach | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Tawas Point Light Station | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Not much is better than spending time at one of Michigan’s many state parks, whether you’re exploring trails alone or gathering for recreation with friends. This background of W. Mitchell State Park is bound to make you feel like you’re living in a perfect summer evening.

Trees along lake at W. Mitchell State Park — W. Mitchell State Park | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Beneath the waters of the Great Lakes lie plenty of shipwrecks. At Thunder Bay Preservation in Alpena, you can dive under the waters yourself and explore seven such wrecks. Don your scuba mask and set this photo as your background so you’ll always feel like you’re having the underwater adventure of a lifetime.

Snorkeler swimming over shipwreck in Lake Huron — Thunder Bay Shipwreck | Photo Courtesy of Joe Gall

Kayaking through Michigan’s many waterways is an excellent way to reduce stress and enjoy the beauty of nature in our state. Conveniently, this background lets you do the same thing.

Kayak on River — Kayak on a River | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Visit-worthy attractions abound in Michigan—and not just outdoors. At The Henry Ford, you can explore the history of some of America’s most important innovations, or learn about how Michigan’s DNR protects valuable wildlife at the DNR Outdoor Adventure Center. Which will you choose?

Plane exhibit at The Henry Ford museum — Plane at the Henry Ford Museum | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Camping exhibit at the DNR Outdoor Adventure Center — DNR Outdoor Adventure Center | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Kitch-iti-kipi is a natural spring full of clear, cool water. Visitors can take a raft to the center and enjoy looking all the way to the bottom while fish pass by. If you’ve never visited, it’s a must—but in the meantime, you can use this photo as your background.

Trees along water at Kitch-iti-kipi spring — Kitch-iti-kipi | Photo Courtesy of Ryan Resatka

Michigan is full of scenic overlooks that leave serious impressions. By using this photo from the Arcadia Overlook from Benzie County, you’re never far from a splendid Pure Michigan view.

Inspiration Point Overlook over Lake Michigan — Sunrise at Inspiration Point | Photo Courtesy of Dan Price

Michigan has more than 650 public, scenic golf courses nestled among the state’s natural beauty and designed by some of the game’s greatest architects. When you use this photo of Benton Harbor’s Harbor Shores Golf Club as your background, you’ll feel ready to tee up every time you come online.

Man putting golf ball in hole at Harbor Shores — Harbor Shores Golf Course | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Camping in Michigan is a time-honored tradition responsible for creating memories that last a lifetime. This background will have you feeling like you’re kicked back by the campfire until your next trip.

Tent and kayaks at campsite by Lake Michigan — Camping on Lake Michigan | Photo Courtesy of Pure Michigan

Michigan’s abundant waters make for a fisherman’s paradise. Whether fly fishing on Au Sable or taking a boat out on the lake, these backgrounds are sure to make you feel like you’re having a relaxed day out on the water, waiting for the next catch.