Our Family's Adventures Around the Great Lakes.
The Empire Bluff Trail in Sleeping Bear Dune National Lakeshore. The trail to the top of the Empire Bluffs is probably the most popular short hike in lower Michigan. If are planning a visit to Sleeping Bear Dunes this 1.5 … Continued
Hiking The Dune Trail at Sleeping Bear Point – July 19, 2012 On our first morning camping in Sleeping Bear I tip toed out while everyone was still sleeping and went to hike the 2.8 mile Dune Trail at Sleeping … Continued
Rosy Mound Natural Area – Grand Haven, Michigan – July 7, 2012 Rosy Mound Natural Area is a 164 acre park managed by the Ottawa County Parks Division. This park is hidden gem just a few miles South of Grand Haven … Continued
Hiking to Spray Falls – August 4, 2011 Spray Falls is the most remote waterfall in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. I think it is also the most impressive as it drops from the top of the cliffs right into the … Continued
Regan’s First Backpacking Trip – Spending a night at the Jack Pine Hike-in campground in Ludington State Park – Sept 25-26, 2010 A good way to escape the crowds in one of the most popular parks in the state is to stay … Continued
Hiking the Chapel Loop – August 26, 2010 If you are looking for the best loop to day hike in Michigan, try the Chapel Loop in Pictured Rocks National and you will not be disappointed. This 10.4 mile loop passes … Continued
Manistee River Trail – April 23,24 & 25, 2010 We left right from work on Friday. We made a quick stop at Buffalo Wild Wings in Muskegon for some wings and a buffalo chicken sandwich and then on to the Seaton … Continued