Looking for a little adventure? Something to break the monotony of everyday life? Luckily in Michigan, there are plenty of opportunities to step away from the ordinary. Whether you’re a fan of the outdoors, looking to get active, or even if you’re type who likes a good scare, there’s lots for the adventurous in the Mitten.
- Detroit Free Press Talmer Bank Marathon
Elizabeth/Flickr Each and every year, runners from all walks of life come to Detroit to participate in this unique marathon, which takes participates across international lines on the Ambassador Bridge and through the Windsor Tunnel.
- Glamping
Bella Solviva/Facebook Sometimes the thought of the outdoors is romantic in theory, but a little less appealing in practice. What if, instead, you got the beauty of nature, but the amenities of a resort? Come later this year, we will soon be able to have the best of both worlds, with the Bella Solviva eco-resort, which promises a state-of-the-art “glampground." Think plush bedding, a spa, and even catered meals. Oh, yeah.
- Prehistoric Forest
Kim Scarborough/Flickr Venture into a forest in Irish Hills to come across a long-forgotten, 1960s era roadside attraction with the most unusual features - gigantic, weathered dinosaur sculptures that have sat abandoned since around 1999 when the park closed to the public.
- Isle Royale National Park
Ray Dumas/Flickr This remote island, which sits on the frigid Lake Superior, is among the most remote places in the country. But if you’re lucky (and patient!) you may just get a glimpse of some spectacular wildlife.
- Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
ay Dumas/Flickr If you’ve stood on top of the dramatic sandstone cliffs that line Lake Superior in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. For added effect, you’ll be enchanted by the many colors of the stained minerals.
- Platte River
Kari/Flickr Glide down this shallow, slow rolling river on a tube and you’ll be feeling like Huck Finn in no time.
- Porcupine Mountain State Park
Jim Sorbie/Flickr Porcupine Mountains in the Ontonagon area of the Upper Peninsula is one of those places where you can lose yourself in nature. There’s an expansive hiking trail system, room for camping, and stunning views all around.
- Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore
Rachel Kramer/Flickr Routinely ranked as one of the most beautiful places in the country (if not the earth), Sleeping Bear is the kind of place where your entire family can enjoy the adventure of climbing the majestic dunes.
- Tahquamenon Falls
George Thomas/Flickr You’ll have quite the experience witnessing the UP’s largest waterfall system.
- Traverse City State Hospital
Joseph Erlwein/Flickr If you’re in for a good scare, take a guided tour through the spooky tunnels that make up Traverse City Hospital.
Now these are some adventures worth pursuing this year. Tell us though, where do you go in Michigan for a bit of adventure?
Elizabeth/Flickr
Each and every year, runners from all walks of life come to Detroit to participate in this unique marathon, which takes participates across international lines on the Ambassador Bridge and through the Windsor Tunnel.
Bella Solviva/Facebook
Sometimes the thought of the outdoors is romantic in theory, but a little less appealing in practice. What if, instead, you got the beauty of nature, but the amenities of a resort? Come later this year, we will soon be able to have the best of both worlds, with the Bella Solviva eco-resort, which promises a state-of-the-art “glampground." Think plush bedding, a spa, and even catered meals. Oh, yeah.
Kim Scarborough/Flickr
Venture into a forest in Irish Hills to come across a long-forgotten, 1960s era roadside attraction with the most unusual features - gigantic, weathered dinosaur sculptures that have sat abandoned since around 1999 when the park closed to the public.
Ray Dumas/Flickr
This remote island, which sits on the frigid Lake Superior, is among the most remote places in the country. But if you’re lucky (and patient!) you may just get a glimpse of some spectacular wildlife.
ay Dumas/Flickr
If you’ve stood on top of the dramatic sandstone cliffs that line Lake Superior in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. For added effect, you’ll be enchanted by the many colors of the stained minerals.
Kari/Flickr
Glide down this shallow, slow rolling river on a tube and you’ll be feeling like Huck Finn in no time.
Jim Sorbie/Flickr
Porcupine Mountains in the Ontonagon area of the Upper Peninsula is one of those places where you can lose yourself in nature. There’s an expansive hiking trail system, room for camping, and stunning views all around.
Rachel Kramer/Flickr
Routinely ranked as one of the most beautiful places in the country (if not the earth), Sleeping Bear is the kind of place where your entire family can enjoy the adventure of climbing the majestic dunes.
George Thomas/Flickr
You’ll have quite the experience witnessing the UP’s largest waterfall system.
Joseph Erlwein/Flickr
If you’re in for a good scare, take a guided tour through the spooky tunnels that make up Traverse City Hospital.
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