10/2-3/2021 Hancock, MI We arrive with barely enough sunlight to set up camp. A bit of fog is already rolling in. And out go my hopes for a starry night sky or a peak at the northern lights. I get a campfire started and lay out our damp towels and blankets. Gob lays on themContinue reading “McLain State Park”
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Fort Wilkins State Park
October 2, 2021 Copper Harbor, MI There’s something quite lovely about the sun-bleached white old buildings that make up these historic parks. Maybe it’s the contrast against the bright green grass. Gob and I take a quick walk around “town,” but since he refuses to wear a shirt or shoes he is not allowed insideContinue reading “Fort Wilkins State Park”
Baraga State Park
October 2, 2021 Baraga, MI What’s not to love about a small park perched on a lake? Especially one nestled into a small town. So nestled that the 1 mile hiking trail crosses the train tracks, and you can hear the local diner calling names for waiting tables while you hike. For all of theContinue reading “Baraga State Park”
Wagner Falls Scenic Site
October 1, 2021 Munising, MI We have driven past this stop on other trips, but the parking lot is always full so we keep going. Today is no exception, but I squeeze into the last spot. We must check it off the list. Couples and families of all ages are spilling out of cars, crowdingContinue reading “Wagner Falls Scenic Site”
Wilson State Park
September 30, 2021 – October 1, 2021 Harrison, MI I love a good night drive. The road is empty. No construction traffic. No cars swerving around trying to get one cars length ahead. No side by side semi trucks holding everyone up for miles on end. Just the occasional fellow night traveler whisking by. SureContinue reading “Wilson State Park”
Van Riper State Park
September 11-12, 2021 Champion, MI After a busy day, Gob and I are both ready for a quiet night. We settle into our campsite for dinner and are soon fast asleep. We awaken shortly after sun down to the distant sound of fireworks. Gob lets out a woof of displeasure before going back to sleep.Continue reading “Van Riper State Park”
Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park
September 11, 2021 Ontonagon, MI This park has been on my list for a long time. Granted, all of these parks are technically on my list. But there are few things I enjoy more than mountains. So it’s only fitting that this park marks the halfway point to my goal of visiting all of Michigan’sContinue reading “Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park”
Lake Gogebic State Park
September 10-11, 201 Marenisco, MI Gob is going to like this campsite. I know this as soon as I pull into our spot, which is perched right on the edge of a beautiful lake. The couple camping next door also has a dog. They say hello, then Gob goes to explore his lake. I don’tContinue reading “Lake Gogebic State Park”
Bond Falls Scenic Site
September 10, 2021 Paulding, MI Just a short distance from Agate Falls we find another beautiful site to explore. Similar to Agate, this trail is also paved and leads to a wooden boardwalk/viewing platform. But this platform is far superior. It arcs around the front of the falls, providing a spectacular view from all angles.Continue reading “Bond Falls Scenic Site”
Agate Falls Scenic Site
September 10, 2021 Trout Creek, MI After 5 hours in the car, Gob is ready to get out. He prances in place like a dressage horse, impatiently waiting for me to gather my multiple cameras. I know he will be disappointed that this hike is more of a leisurely half mile stroll, but the reviewsContinue reading “Agate Falls Scenic Site”
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