If you seek a pleasant newsletter, look about you

View in Browser

Lovable Michigan
 
FacebookInstagrammlive tiktokYouTube
A view of Lake Huron at Port Crescent State Park. Clear blue water extends as far the eye can see. A delicate strip of clouds streaks through the blue sky.

Tour Michigan’s ‘Thumbcoast’ with a 140-mile lakeside trip

Some people forget about Michigan's Thumb — not when they draw their little mitten map, but when they're planning their summer vacations. Of course, those living in thumb country know they have a Great Lakes paradise that's off the beaten straight-to-traverse-city path. So give it a shot. Here's one great way: A 140-mile lakeside joy ride that includes stops at Algonac State Park in Marine City, Lakeport State Park in Lakeport, Port Crescent State Park in Port Austin, and ends at Albert E. Sleeper State Park in Caseville.

JOY RIDE GUIDE
 
 
 
Two adorable dogs pose next to their baby guardian's stroller at Ludington State Park

Popular Lake Michigan state park has trails for wheels

Bravo, Ludington State Park 👏 There are three main trail loops at Ludington State Park that afford accessibility to some of the park’s most popular areas, including its two beaches, historic lighthouse and views of the Hamlin Dam. Accessibility matters and Ludington State Park is where it's at. 

HERE'S WHERE TO GO
 
 
 
A woman with dark brown hair holds the wheel at 10 and 2 as she drives across the Mackinac Bridge

Driving over the Mighty Mac

There is no image more linked to the Michigander identity than the Mackinac Bridge. Driving across it is not just a way to get between our peninsulas, it's a rite of passage. Do you remember the first time you drove across her? Reconnect with what that feels like as Jamie Rewerts takes her first-ever drive across. 10 and 2! 

WATCH
 
 
 
The sunrise glow on the shore of Lake Huron

Sunrise side beaches

Let's end this week's Lovable Michigan just where we began - on the sunrise side of Michigan. If you're in the thumb for your 140-mile joy ride and looking for a beach day, we got you. Here are the Top 10 Lake Huron beaches. There's a whole different glow to a Great Lake at sunrise. 

TOP 10 BEACHES
 
 
 
 
Up North

UP NORTH

Mackinac Island

MACKINAC ISLAND

Michigan's Best burger

MICHIGAN'S BEST

Mackinac Bridge

LIFE & CULTURE

 
 

EVEN MORE LOVABLE MICHIGAN

For those who love Michigan,  positive stories about our state's most beautiful, breathtaking and delicious

MORE AWAITS HERE
 
 
 
 

MLIVE MEDIA GROUP

169 Monroe Ave NW #100, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE