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Great Lakes Bay

Rise above it all on America’s longest canopy walk, wander through botanical gardens in bloom, or drift away on a relaxing river cruise. Spend a day unearthing unique antiques & artisan-crafted finds, or bask in the warm European charm of Michigan’s Little Bavaria.

 

Whether you’ll savor one of six inviting cities or wash away your cares on calm waters, discover the best of what spring brings when you Go Great Lakes Bay.

Discover the Great Lakes Bay Region

Walkable riverfront towns where shops & eateries dot the blocks, with cozy stays right near inviting waters. Neighborhoods alive with public art & humming with low-key nightlife, local pours & delicious comfort food. Historic theaters & architecture, pristine art galleries & polished museums.

Moments like these fill every pocket of our six magnetic cities. But if you’ve seen one of them? You’ve still only seen one. Because while unsalted freshwaters & unspoiled trails knit this nature-rich region together — each one-of-a-kind locale adds its own splash of personality. Explore them all!

Explore Bay City

Explore Birch Run

Explore Chesaning

Explore Frankenmuth

Explore Midland

Explore Saginaw

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