Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

So long, summer! Here are 8 of our favorite photos shared with us on Instagram this past month in Northern Michigan. Want to be featured? Tag us or...

Photos of the Month: 8 Stunning Summer Scenes

by Ashlyn Korienek | Sep 5, 2024 | Counties, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation

Tropical blue hues. Coral sunrises. Sailboats on Grand Traverse Bay. These 8 Instagram photos capture the essence of summer in Northern Michigan....

Photos of the Month: Sailing, Sunflowers & Sunsets

by Ashlyn Korienek | Aug 6, 2024 | Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation

From gorgeous fields of gold to spectacular sunsets, these 8 Instagram photos remind us to soak up every moment of summer in Northern Michigan. Want...

Escape to a Deserted Island: Solo Backpacking on Grand Island

by Meagan Francis | Aug 6, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation

A rustic getaway on Grand Island offered the perfect mix of security and solitude on my first solo backpacking trip. This article first appeared in...

10 Instagram Photos That Feel Like Summer Up North

by Ashlyn Korienek | Jul 8, 2024 | Outdoors, Towns

These 10 photos shared with us over the past month give us that sweet summer feeling! Want to be featured? Tag us on Instagram or use the hashtag...

8 Ways to Enjoy Benzie–Manistee Region Beaches & Coastline

by Chase Edwards | Jun 17, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns

The Benzie, Manistee and Ludington region is overflowing with enough sand and water to fit everyone’s beach-day dreams. Read on to find where to...

Photos of the Month: Surreal Northern Michigan Skyscapes

by Ashlyn Korienek | Jun 5, 2024 | Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation

May was simply magical! From dancing ribbons of light to summery sunsets and mystic starry skies, these photos shared with us on Instagram this past...