What to do and see in Michigan, United States: The Best Geologic Formations

November 18, 2021 Phylicia Berquist

Think you need an ocean for a beach? Think again. There are miles and miles of sandy lakefront beaches in Michigan (thanks to the four Great Lakes that border it). The west coast of Michigan has especially nice beaches—try a rental in Muskegon, Grand Haven or Saugatuck. You won’t need a car when visiting Mackinac Island. In fact, they’re not allowed—this lovely Victorian resort town is pedestrian-only.
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1. Palms Book State Park

Manistique, MI 49854 +1 906-341-2355 http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/details.aspx?id=425&type=SPRK
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5.0 based on 301 reviews

Palms Book State Park

Reviewed By romanekj - Lansing, United States

Palms Book State Park’s Kitch-iti-kipi is Michigan’s largest spring. Kitch-iti-kipi is an Ojibwa word said to have many meanings, including The Great Water, The Blue Sky I See, and The Roaring Bubbling Spring. Kitch-iti-kipi is 200’ in diameter, 42′ deep and delivers 16,000 gallons of crystal clear water per minute. The water stays at 45 degrees year round. You can ride the observation raft for a beautiful view across the spring. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the floating dock was closed for a long time but, since people kept breaking the locks, it was opened very recently. Looking down the center of the raft, you can see the bubbling spring doing its work. Large trout seemed to be everywhere, but no fishing is allowed. A must see!!! #puremichigan #summer2020 #nofilter

2. Keweenaw Peninsula

near Houghton, MI 49931
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

Keweenaw Peninsula

Surrounded by Lake Superior this northern Michigan area was the first site of the United States' copper boom.

3. Upper Peninsula

MI
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Upper Peninsula

4. Miners Castle Rock

Munising, MI http://www.lakesuperiorphoto.com/miners_castle_collapse.html
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5.0 based on 838 reviews

Miners Castle Rock

Reviewed By cristipayton - Lowell, United States

The walk to the lookout is easy, just a few hundred steps from the parking lot and the views of Lake Superior and shoreline are STUNNING!

5. Devils Washtub

M-26, Mohawk, MI 49950
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Devils Washtub

6. Boyne Highlands

500 Highlands Drive, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 +1 231-526-3000 [email protected] http://www.boyne.com/BoyneHighlands/index.html
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4.5 based on 172 reviews

Boyne Highlands

The resort features one of the longest ski run sin the lower peninsula of Michigan at over a mile long and the most skiable acres. Boyne Highlands is the perfect place to spend your vacation with so many additional activities such as dog sledding and horseback riding. Boyne Highlands offers great four-season activities, which means you can enjoy the fun and excitement of the Petoskey area all year long!

Reviewed By Chipintn - Knoxville, United States

Two tremendous golf courses. Arthur Hills is one of the most scenic you will every play and The Moor course is also special. Both are in perfect shape and the greens are consistent, true and fast. I would go again in a minute. Fantastic views and elevation changes.

7. Arch Rock

Mackinac Island, MI
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4.5 based on 2,662 reviews

Arch Rock

Natural rock bridge soaring 149 feet above the Straits of Mackinac appears to be suspended in midair.

Reviewed By S60WIannal

We reached the arch rock at first by horse carriage tour and then returned to visit this beautiful site by bike and kayaking. You have to climbed up some stairs to reach it and take turns to do photos but it's worth it.

8. Leelanau Peninsula

MI
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Leelanau Peninsula

9. Mount Pisgah

Off Ottawa Beach Road, Holland, MI 49423 +1 616-786-4847 http://www.holland.org/listings/Mt-Pisgah-Dune-Boardwalk/244
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4.5 based on 264 reviews

Mount Pisgah

Reviewed By PattiHunt - Roselle, United States

I noticed this in my AAA tour book and after tulip sight-seeing, decided to give it a go. After a short walk through some wooded area you reach a large stair and boardwalk system. Stairs are numbers by ever 25th one, if you check the lower right side of the stairs...the numbers are faint so look closely. Thankfully, there are benches placed for weary climbers to rest a spell and look out over Lake Macatawa. The view of the sand dunes and Lake Michigan is worth the climb, along with the satisfaction of succeeding.

10. Horseshoe Harbor

Mandan Road Mary Macdonald Preserve, Copper Harbor, MI
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Horseshoe Harbor

Reviewed By Eldereaglewatcher - Chippewa Falls, United States

Drive onto the gravel road at the end of Hwy 41 to get to Horseshoe Harbor. There's a parking area and signage for the 1/2 mile hike to Horseshoe Harbor which is serene and beautiful. If you're a little unsteady on your feet, take hiking poles and wear boots. Otherwise athletic shoes are fine.

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