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Continue reading →: Camping at Marquette Tourist CampgroundFinding a place to camp near Marquette can be quite a challenge. There aren’t very many options if you want to be close to the city. There is, however, the Marquette Tourist Campground. This campground is located in a nicely wooded park on the Dead River. It has 110 camping…
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Continue reading →: The Awe-Inspiring Grand Sable DunesFrom the sandy beaches on the Great Lakes to the massive dunes that tower above them, Michigan has some incredibly beautiful sandscapes. When you mention these sandy terrains to someone from Michigan, it’s likely that they think of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes or Silver Lake Sand Dunes. But the…
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Continue reading →: Visiting General Sherman in Sequoia National ParkLocated in Sequoia National Park is the world’s largest tree. Standing 275 feet tall and over 36 feet in diameter at the base, General Sherman is one impressive sight to see. Sequoia National Park is also known as a land of giants. And it’s easy to see why. With an…
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Continue reading →: Egg and Sausage Breakfast Roll Up
Who am I kidding? These aren’t just for breakfast. A quick and easy meal, packed full of protein. What You’ll Need Serving size: 5 6″ flour tortillas Fully cooked sausage links 3 large eggs 3/4 cup shredded cheese What You’ll Do Heat the sausage over medium-high heat. Cook, turning occasionally until…
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Continue reading →: Getting Away to Big Eric’s Bridge State Forest CampgroundIt’s hard to pick just one campground that’s a favorite, especially in the U.P. But if there is one place that I keep coming back to, it’s Big Eric’s Bridge State Forest Campground. This rustic campground is located on the Huron River about 30 minutes from downtown L’Anse. It’s a…
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Continue reading →: A Roadside Stop: Jacob’s FallsMichigan has few roadside waterfalls that compare with the beauty of Jacob’s Falls. Located about 3 miles east of Eagle River in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, Jacob’s Falls provides something for everyone. From tt’s roadside convenience of it’s final drop to the more adventurous upper drops, this waterfall allows people of all…
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Camping at Fort Wilkins Historic State Park
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Continue reading →: Camping at Fort Wilkins Historic State ParkIf you’re looking for a campground in the Copper Harbor area, you’ll quickly find that your options are limited. Fort Wilkins Historic State Park is one of three options currently available for campers and in my opinion, has the best to offer for what you pay. The park itself features…
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Continue reading →: Hiking to Hunter’s PointWhile not the best views in the area, Hunter’s Point provides a quick stop with some interesting sights. Located just west of Copper Harbor, Hunter’s Point is a 9.4 acre of land that juts out into Lake Superior. It has pebbly beaches (and trails) with some nice views of basalt…
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Continue reading →: Camping in the Porkies: Union Bay CampgroundUnion Bay Campground is a modern campground located in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Without a doubt, this campground has some of the finest sunset and sunrise spots in the area. Even in a modern campground, camping on the shores of Lake Superior in July can be risky. It’s prime…
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Continue reading →: Visiting Dead River FallsRunning 43.2 miles through Marquette County, the Dead River is home to several very impressive waterfalls. The falls known as Dead River Falls are located just outside of Marquette, Michigan. Three of the falls are over 15 feet in height. All of them are rugged and beautiful. While the hike…
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