Harbor Springs, Michigan
Top Spots in and near Harbor Springs
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Charlevoix, Michigan
Camp at Fisherman's Island State Park
0 mi / 0 ft gainLocated just south of Charlevoix is Fisherman's Island State Park. The park offers miles of biking/hiking trails, and campsites directly on the beach of Lake Michigan. Although located just outside of town, there is no service in this area, leaving you completely cut off from the outside world. ...Read more -
Boyne Falls, Michigan
Snowshoe at Boyne Mountain
3.1 miThe trailhead for the snowshoe trail is located across the street from the Boyne Cross Country Ski center parking lot. The trail starts out by winding through the woods sandwiched between the Boyne Mountain Resort maintenance facility and a road, so you’ll hear traffic and equipment noise for th...Read more -
Indian River, Michigan
Agnes S. Andreae Nature Preserve Loop
5.02 mi / 89 ft gainAgnes S. Andreae Nature Preserve Loop is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Afton, Michigan.Read more -
Mackinaw City, Michigan
Photograph the Mackinac Bridge
5.0The upper peninsula of Michigan is connected to the mainland by the Mackinac Bridge. This bridge is quite impressive from a distance and it makes a great object for photography at any time of the day. If you want to get up close to the bridge, try visiting one of the parks located on the north or...Read more -
St. Ignace, Michigan
Mackinac Bridge
Straits State Park is located on the upper peninsula of Michigan and is minutes from the Mackinac Bridge. Named after the straits that pass through the two peninsulas, this state park offers gorgeous views of the bridge at night. From the campground, head just a few feet towards the beach on the...Read more -
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Bike around Mackinac Island
4.08.05 mi / 115 ft gainMackinac Island is accessible only by ferry, and there are no cars allowed on the island. While you can rent bikes over there, we opted to bring ours along on the Star Line ferry. Super easy and we had no problems! Lake Shore Boulevard, or State Highway M-185, wraps around the entire island and ...Read more -
Bellaire, Michigan
Ski Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek Resorts
Just about an hour north of Traverse City in the village of Bellaire lies Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek Resorts! The mountain offers 53 runs with several base areas. The terrain is applicable for any type of skier, whether you are a beginner or a more advanced rider. We spent the majority of ou...Read more -
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Tranquil Bluff Trail on Mackinac Island
5.03.09 mi / 180 ft gainYou will need to take a ferry to the island to access this hike, but the fare is cheap and is worth it for a day trip. This hike starts at the very popular (and thus usually crowded) Arch Rock and takes you halfway across the island to British Landing. Even with the initial crowds, you should be...Read more -
Traverse City, Michigan
Hike Old Mission Peninsula Park
6 mi / 183 ft gainAt the end of the Old Mission peninsula sits Mission Point Lighthouse. The lighthouse is surrounded by 5 acres of wooded township and many acres of state land! Upon arriving you can explore the shores just below the lighthouse - there can intriguing iceberg islands forming at the edge of the wate...Read more -
Traverse City, Michigan
Explore Mission Point Lighthouse
0.2 miMission Point Lighthouse is situated between the East and West Grand Traverse Bays, about 20 minutes north of downtown Traverse City. This historic lighthouse offers stunning views of Grand Traverse Bay in Lake Michigan. There is a parking lot located a few hundred feet away where visitors can p...Read more -
Leland, Michigan
Camp on South Manitou Island
5.0South Manitou Island is situated off of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Lake Michigan. The island is only accessible by a two-hour ferry ride, which leaves once a day from Leeland.Upon arriving at the island boat dock, you'll soon realize this isn't an ordinary experience. South Man...Read more -
Leland Township, Michigan
Paddle Board Lake Michigan from Leland Harbor
5.0For a day on the water, off the shores of Lake Michigan head to Leland. Park in the marina and load onto your paddle boards from the boat ramp. You'll quickly find your way out of the marina, in which you can head right, left or to open water. Either way you'll find accessible beaches and clear s...Read more
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Mackinaw City, Michigan
Mackinaw City / Mackinac Island KOA Journey
Mackinac Island is the most spectacular destination in Michigan, and this KOA is a perfect location to stay. Free shuttles to island ferr...
St. Ignace, Michigan
St. Ignace / Mackinac Island KOA Holiday
Located at the Straits of Mackinac where Lake Michigan and Lake Huron converge, the St. Ignace/Mackinac Island KOA provides a terrific no...
Gaylord, Michigan
Gaylord KOA Holiday
Make Gaylord KOA your base camp as you explore all that northern Michigan has to offer. Day trips to Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island, G...
Moran Township, Michigan
Lake Michigan At St. Ignace
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Lake Michigan Campground at St. Ignace provides great views and unlimited access to Lake Michigan. The area has excellent trails...
Moran Township, Michigan
Brevoort Lake Campground
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Brevoort Lake Campground stretches along the western shore of its namesake in the Hiawatha National Forest. This popular fishing...
St. Ignace, Michigan
Carp River Campground
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Nestled in a quiet, rustic setting adjacent to the Carp Wild and Scenic River, Carp River Campground is an ideal place to get aw...