michigan outdoors

Michigan’s Beaver Island Retreat earned a flawless five-star TripAdvisor rating, making it the best-reviewed campground in America among hundreds of sites.

Growing up in small-town Michigan means your classmate’s dad is the auto exec, the neighbor’s house is always “in process,” and the diner table is a news hub. It’s universal, yet uniquely Mitten State.

Michigan’s spongy moth infestations keep returning, shredding oaks and aspens while dropping frass across backyards statewide.

Michigan hunters can legally take certain species year-round—no “opening day” required—under rules that balance wildlife management with property protection.

Before hitting Michigan’s trails, learn about these seven plants that can cause painful rashes or worse.

Bassmaster ranks Lake St. Clair #10 in 2025’s best bass lakes. Michigan claimed a quarter of the Northeast Top 25—and don’t forget those hush-hush honey holes.

Every April, the lines blur between chaos and fun in Michigan's waters—discover the thrill of smelt dipping and its unique local charm.

These inland Michigan lake names range from weird, creepy to scary.

In 2008 they decided to reduce the deer population in the Jackson area. Mission accomplished I suppose.

When it comes to outdoor activities in Michigan, especially in the winter, for me it's limited to ice skating.  But when most think of Michigan it becomes a Winter Wonderland!