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Lake Huron Michigan: A Local’s Complete Travel Guide (2026)
Lake Huron is synonymous with wide, sandy beaches and clear turquoise waters. It’s a perfect spot for swimming, splashing and…
Things to Do in Lexington Michigan: A Local’s Lake Huron Guide (2026)
Lexington | Lexington MI Travel Guide | Where to eat, shop, stay, and enjoy Lexington Michigan | Visit charming Lexington…
Best Lake Huron Beach Towns in Michigan: A Local’s Guide (2026)
Looking for the best beach towns to visit on Lake Huron? You’re in luck, because I grew up spending every…
20 Best Lake Huron Beaches in Michigan: A Local’s Guide (2026)
With endless miles of pristine public beaches from Port Huron to Mackinaw City, the Lake Huron beaches are some of…
Tawas Michigan Travel Guide: East Tawas, Tawas City, and Tawas Point (2026)
Discover East Tawas and Tawas City, MI, also known as the Cape Cod of the Midwest. Set on beautiful Tawas…
Best Beaches at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (With ADA + Dog Info)
I have found some of the most pristine beaches in the Upper Peninsula along Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, a mix…
Things to Do in Port Austin Michigan: A Local’s Thumb Coast Guide (2026)
Looking for a fun place to vacation with a seemingly endless sandy shoreline perfect for swimming and splashing? If you…
Things to Do in Caseville Michigan: Beaches, Festival & Local Tips (2026)
Looking for a fun place to vacation with a seemingly endless sandy beach perfect for swimming and splashing? You’ll want to…
Best Beaches in Michigan: My Top Picks by Region (2026)
Ever wonder why vacationer’s from across the Midwest flock to Michigan beaches every summer? The answer is simple: the wide,…
South Haven Michigan: Top Beaches, Food & Travel Tips
South Haven Travel Guide | Discover South Haven’s BEST beaches and plan a South Haven beach vacation | Find ADA…
Best Quiet Beaches in Michigan: My Favorite Peaceful Escapes
Shhhh…we’re going to let you in on some of Michigan’s best-kept secret beaches. These are the beaches that you only…
Saugatuck Michigan Travel Guide: Beaches, Things to Do & Where to Stay (2026)
Information and tips about visiting Saugatuck and Douglas. Find the best beaches in the Saugatuck and Douglas area. Find…
Best Grand Haven Beaches + MAP
The Grand Haven beaches are some of the best beaches in West Michigan. From busy, bustling beaches with tons of…
Things to Do in Petoskey, Michigan
Visit Petoskey and Harbor Springs, MI | BEST Beaches in Petoskey and Harbor Springs | Vacation in Petoskey, MI |…
25 Best Things to Do in Traverse City Michigan: A Local’s Guide for Every Season
Traverse City is located in Michigan’s Northwest Region of the Lower Peninsula and is home to miles of picturesque hiking…
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Best Restaurants in South Haven, Michigan (2026): Where Locals Actually
Last Updated: March 2026 South Haven, Michigan is a town of 4,500 people with a restaurant scene that routinely surprises first-timers….
Best Traverse City Wineries: Old Mission + Leelanau Picks
Situated between Michigan’s pinky finger (also known as the Leelanau Peninsula) and the rest of the mitten, Old Mission Peninsula…
25 BEST Mackinac Island Restaurants (MAP)
f you’re looking for the best Mackinac Island Restaurants, you’re in the right place.Sure, Mackinac Island is Michigan’s travel gem,…
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…
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Tawas Michigan Travel Guide: East Tawas, Tawas City, and Tawas Point (2026)
Discover East Tawas and Tawas City, MI, also known as the Cape Cod of the Midwest. Set on beautiful Tawas…
Best Hotels in Mackinaw City Michigan (Beachfront + All Options)
There is no shortage of hotels in Mackinaw City, one of the top tourist destinations in Michigan.The challenge is finding…
Things to Do in Petoskey, Michigan
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25 Best Things to Do in Charlevoix, MI (2026 Local’s Guide)
Information about ADA-Compliant, Dog-friendly and family-friendly beaches in Charlevoix and Petoskey and Harbor Springs and activities for visitors….
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…
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.
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