Go Great Lakes Bay

Great Lakes Bay Region

Hold out your left hand. See that part where the thumb meets the rest of the hand? That’s where you’ll be when you Go Great Lakes Bay on a Michigan summer vacation.

Here, six cities filled with freshwater adventures and natural wonders are beckoning you to Lake Huron’s Saginaw Bay and beyond. Go sailing under the stars, take a Michigan ecotour, unwind on a wine tasting river cruise, or set out for one of the best walleye fisheries you’ll find on a guided Michigan fishing charter.

Experience some of the top summer festivals in Michigan, explore almost 100 miles of breathtaking Michigan trails, or golf 2 of mLive’s Must-play Public Golf Courses In Michigan and more with a Michigan golf vacation package.

Summer Vacation Ideas

Freshwater adventures and epic outdoor recreation make the Great Lakes Bay one of the best places for a summer vacation in Michigan. Explore our top summer trip ideas and favorite summer festivals!

Waterfront Escapes

Sailing on a tall ship, boating on a Michigan ecotour, or taking a scenic riverboat cruise: endless ways to enjoy a waterfront vacation in Michigan are here in the Great Lakes Bay.

Golf Getaways

Two of mLive’s Must-play Public Golf Courses in Michigan, four Championship courses, and more than 20 other places to play: your Michigan golf vacation starts with a mix & match golf package.