The incredible beauty of the state of Michigan is found in its nature scenes filled with water, woods and wild animals. Over 50% of Michigan is forested and Michigan is home to over 11,000 inland lakes meaning everywhere in Michigan is close to a water adventure. Michigan also borders four of the Great Lakes giving it some of the nations best beaches.

Because of the size and number of Michigan’s lakes and because of its 3,200 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, boating and other water recreation activities such as fishing, diving and snorkeling are very popular and easy to arrange. In fact, there are more private boats registered in Michigan than in any other state in the US!

Rivers like the Menominee, Michigamme and Sturgeon are perfect for the canoeist or spring kayaker while fishermen can enjoy the beauty of Michigan’s peaceful lakes and streams year round. Because so much of Michigan is woodland, it is the perfect place hunting or for ATV or snowmobile riding.

Michigan has four seasons with recreational opportunities abounding year round. Michigan is unique in that it is divided into two peninsulas connected by the Mackinac bridge. The low rolling hills become a tableland of hilly belts in the northern part of Lower Peninsula while the upper Peninsula’s east side is flat with some swampy areas and the western side is higher and more rugged.

Home to over 10 million people, Michigan also sports a more civilized form of recreation in its big cities and lovely golf courses. Michigan is the perfect destination for any type of recreation or for any type of interest.