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4 Pictured Rocks Vacation Ideas for a Long Weekend

Four trips to choose from, laid out in day-by-day plans for a long weekend in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, including deserted beaches, dune vistas and sandstone cliffs.

Beachcomb for Lake Superior Agates

The beaches at Grand Marais are excellent hunting grounds for the ancient Lake Superior agate, a semi-precious stone made up of concentric circles of microcrystaline quartz reddened by iron. Here’s the lowdown on what you’re seeking.

Travel for All: How Ludington is Embracing Accessible Travel

The beach within reach! The lakeside town of Ludington is an emerging accessible-travel haven for nature lovers of all abilities. This article first...

How to Do a Northern Michigan Beach Day Like a Local

Rockstar parking, secret beaches, easy picnics—our no-sweat guide to your best Northern Michigan beach day ever. This is a web original article from...

Grab & Go: Delicious Barbecue on the Beach in Ludington

Head out on a Grab & Go adventure in Ludington! Stop by this barbecue spot for a winner chicken dinner and take your to-go goods to this...

Shoreside Village Getaway: How to Spend 24 Hours in Elk Rapids

From local food and drink to a summertime sunset date night, there's no shortage of fun ways to spend a day in Elk Rapids. Here's how to explore...

Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Events for Your Fourth of July Weekend

Celebrate the Fourth of July weekend in Northern Michigan with 10 festivals, concerts and family-friendly events taking place across the region....

Ashlyn’s Picks: 8 Summer Events for This Weekend, June 23-25

From kite flying on the beach to a Rainbow Run on the trails, we're looking forward to another fun summer weekend in Northern Michigan, June 23-25....

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