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Plan Your Michigan Winter Getaway
Ready to embrace the snow? MyMichiganBeach.com is your ultimate guide to Michigan winter adventures — from the best ski resorts and snow tubing hills to cozy cabin getaways and unique experiences you can only find in the Great Lakes State. Start with our complete guide to 50 Best Things to Do in Michigan in Winter — trusted by travelers and featured in media across the state.
12 Unique Michigan Winter Experiences You Can’t Do Anywhere Else
Quick Answer: Michigan offers winter experiences you simply can’t find in most states: riding an Olympic-style luge at Muskegon (one…
Plymouth Ice Festival 2026: Dates, Parking, What to See & Local Tips
The Ice Festival in Plymouth is a great opportunity to bundle up and embrace Michigan’s winter weather while you wander…
10 Best Michigan Winter Resorts Hotels: Ski Lodges, Waterparks & Cozy Getaways Unforgettable Getaways
These Michigan winter resorts and hotels are a perfect escape when the cool weather hits and snowy winter sports beckon….
40+ Best Cross-Country Skiing Trails in Michigan: Complete Guide + Map (2026)
There’s no better way to take in the natural beauty of Michigan than on a pair of cross country skis. Imagine…
50 Best Things to Do in Michigan in Winter (2026 Bucket List)
There’s nothing quite like wintertime in Michigan, when the frozen lakes and fresh snowfall turn the whole state into a…
10 Best Michigan Winter Family Getaways: Weekend Trips Your Kids Will Never Forget
As the snow begins to fall across Michigan, it’s time to gear up for some Michigan-style winter fun. Whether that means…
35+ Best Michigan Ski Resorts & Hills: Complete Guide + Map (2026)
Forget the crowded slopes of the Rockies or the exorbitant price tags of the Alps and head to these aweseom…
10 Best Winter Camping Spots in Michigan: State Parks, Cabins & Snowy Adventures
We all know that Michigan State Parks are a special treat for summer visitors, but did you also know that…
BEST Michigan Winter Festivals for 2026
My first Michigan winter festival memory is etched in frost: bundled up like a marshmallow, giggling as I tumbled down…
Michigan Snowshoeing: 25+ TOP Spots to Snowshoe in Michigan (MAP)
Quick Answer: Michigan has 25+ amazing snowshoeing trails across all regions. Best overall: Sleeping Bear Dunes (stunning Lake Michigan views)….
40+ Best Snow Tubing Hills in Michigan: Prices, Hours & Tips (2026)
Once the crisp winter Michigan air sets in, it’s time to break out our favorite hot cocoa mug and start…
New Buffalo in Winter: Your Complete Guide to Harbor Country’s Best Winter Activities
If you need a winter escape or quick getaway to reset, look no farther than New Buffalo, Michigan, in southwest…
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Best Traverse City Beaches: Your Complete Guide to Northern Michigan’s Stunning Shores
Trip planning ideas for Traverse City, MI | BEST beaches in Traverse City | Attractions & Activities | Lodging and…
Things to Do in Oscoda, Michigan: Your Ultimate Travel Guide
In search of the perfect beach day, we headed to northern Michigan and one of our favorite vacation destinations: the…
Why Sleeping Bear Dunes Bonfires Are Pure Michigan Magic
There’s something about a bonfire on a Michigan beach that never gets old — and if you’ve ever been to…
Ultimate Travel Guide to Saugatuck, Michigan (2025 Edition)
Information and tips about visiting Saugatuck and Douglas. Find the best beaches in the Saugatuck and Douglas area. Find…
17 Best Beaches near Detroit MI: Swim and Splash
Metro Detroit Beaches Michigan beaches hold something for everyone, whether it’s a vast, sandy dune overlooking one of the Great Lakes,…
Vacation in Ludington, MI: Ultimate Family Beach & Outdoor Guide
Discover the beautiful white-sand beaches of Ludington; popular Stearns Park Beach near downtown Ludington features a walkway to the North…
Ludington State Park Michigan: 2025 Complete Guide
If you’re looking for the perfect place to experience the beauty and magnificence of Lake Michigan, Ludington State Park is…
Port Austin, Michigan Travel Guide: A Thumb Coast Gem
Looking for a fun place to vacation with a seemingly endless sandy shoreline perfect for swimming and splashing? If you…
Caseville, Michigan Travel Guide: Beaches, Things to Do & Summer Fun
Looking for a fun place to vacation with a seemingly endless sandy beach perfect for swimming and splashing? You’ll want to…
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55+ Best Michigan Cider Mills, Apple Orchards & Fall Farms
Michigan Apple Orchards and Cider Mills Fall is apple season in Michigan, and there is no better way to spend a…
Must-Visit Michigan Wineries: A 2025 Guide
Over the past few years, I’ve developed a stong affinity for Michigan wines. Starting with the popular Blue Heron from…
Frankenmuth Restaurants: Best Places to Eat in Frankenmuth, MI (Zehnder’s,
Situated on the picturesque Cass River, Frankenmuth, Michigan is not only surrounded by gorgeous landscape, but the town itself is…
12 Best Keweenaw Peninsula Restaurants (MAP)
Are you planning a trip to the Upper Peninsula (UP) of Michigan? If so, the Keweenaw Peninsula should be at…
Traverse City Wineries Guide: Old Mission & Leelanau Wine Trails
Situated between Michigan’s pinky finger (also known as the Leelanau Peninsula) and the rest of the mitten, Old Mission Peninsula…
20 New Buffalo Restaurants for 2025
There is no shortage of New Buffalo restaurants, and that’s a great thing for visitors who flock to the area…
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Iargo Springs, Oscoda: 300 Steps to Clear Springs & Au Sable River Overlooks
As the beach-loving creator of MyMichiganBeach.com, I’m always chasing those off-the-beaten-path spots that make our state feel magical. Iargo…
Things to Do in Oscoda, Michigan: Your Ultimate Travel Guide
In search of the perfect beach day, we headed to northern Michigan and one of our favorite vacation destinations: the…
Best Camping in Oscoda MI 2025 (Tent Camping, RV Parks)
Looking to do some camping in or near Oscoda MI? The Huron coast of Michigan isn’t called the Sunrise Side…
Why Sleeping Bear Dunes Bonfires Are Pure Michigan Magic
There’s something about a bonfire on a Michigan beach that never gets old — and if you’ve ever been to…
Best Things to Do in Sleeping Bear Dunes (2025 Guide)
Information and tips about visiting the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. Find the best beaches in the Sleeping Bear Dunes…
Ultimate M-119 Tunnel of Trees Michigan Guide 2025
It’s one of northern Michigan’s not-so-best-kept-secrets: a beautiful drive north of Harbor Springs that takes you under a leafy ceiling…
Mackinac Bridge Walk: Labor Day 2025 Guide (Updated parking Info)
Ever dreamed about crossing the Straits of Mackinac on foot? You can, of course, thanks to the amazing feat of modern…
Exploring Old Mission Peninsula, Michigan: My Perfect Day Trip Itinerary
Are you ready for a journey through the 15+ best things to do and see on Old Mission Peninsula? If…
Headlands International Dark Sky Park: A Night-Sky Treasure
You can see the universe as it was meant to be seen at the Headlands International Dark Sky Park, located…
Welcome to My Michigan Beach
Founded by Michigan native and travel expert Jill Halpin, My Michigan Beach is your trusted resource for discovering the best beaches, small towns, wineries, and local attractions across Michigan. With over 500 curated guides and insider tips based on real-life exploration, Jill and her local team make trip planning easy and stress-free, so you can explore the lakeshore with confidence—any time of year.
Let Jill’s expertise and love for Michigan help you find unforgettable adventures and hidden gems across the Great Lakes State!
