What’s on your travel to-do list this year? There always seem to be too many places to visit and not enough time to do it all in one year. As the calendar flips to January, make it a priority to plan to scratch one or two things off the list in the next 12 months. Our RVs can help us visit and experience new destinations in a convenient, affordable manner. Plus, wherever you go and whatever you do, your RV provides a haven between activities and between destinations. We offer a few suggestions as a starting point.
Explore a Winter Wonderland
Michigan wouldn’t be Michigan without its four seasons, and winter can be the most enchanting season of all. Locals and visitors alike flock to the outdoors in the Mitten State when mitten weather comes around. Snowshoeing has been a favorite activity for generations, and there are trails too numerous to count that are worth exploring when the snow falls, such as these Six Enchanting Winter Trails for Snowshoeing at Michigan State Parks. If walking is too slow of a pace, then Snowmobiling Michigan’s Hills and Valleys might be just right. Make sure you enjoy some fresh coffee or hot cocoa after your outdoor adventures!
Search Out Wildlife
The Northeast and Upper Peninsula regions of Michigan are full of wildlife viewing opportunities. These four locations will better ensure that you have an encounter while you’re out and about at these Wildlife Viewing Hot Spots in Michigan. Of course, if you get outside and get into nature, you’ll encounter plenty of wildlife, too.
Go Stargazing
Michigan is fortunate in that we have a lot of open space, and open air. What better way to use it than to go stargazing? From meteor showers to super moons to simply basking in the vastness of the night sky, you can find a perfect sitting spot across the western coastline, north and south. Locals may be able to tell you where to find a more remote – and private – location that is different than those found on our list in “Fall Stargazing at its Finest in West Michigan.”
Grab a Paddle
The big lakes are the stars of the show when it comes to water in Michigan, but the state has its fair share of inland lakes and rivers that are perfect for paddlers of all skill levels. You just need to know where to go. Our article 12 Kayaking Trips in Michigan offers two options in each region of Michigan, but there are dozens of others that are worthy of exploration. Your best bet: Check with your campground or a local business and ask for the best spots.
Visit a Lighthouse
Michigan has the most lighthouses of any other state—thanks to the 3,200 miles of shoreline—with some of them standing in the same position for nearly 200 years. There is great history as well as beauty in these structures. You can go on a driving tour in many regions of Michigan. Tour some of the beacons of Lake Superior, or those situated in Southwest Michigan along Lake Michigan.
Hit the Trails
If being outside and walking through nature is your forte, then you can find the ideal trail for you in Michigan. From the straight and flat to the challenging, Michigan’s diverse terrain and ecosystems offer a variety of options to explore. Simply find one that suits your interests, stamina, and desired location. These Picturesque Hiking Trails Across Michigan can give you a start.