Best Places to Visit to Experience the Great Lakes

10 Amazing Places the Great Lakes Have to Offer

1. Keweenaw Peninsula

At the top of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the Keweenaw sticks up into Lake Superior. The peninsula is characterized by mountains and cliffs, streams and waterfalls, and splendid views of Lake Superior. Along the shore of the lake, you can collect some interesting rocks, and at night, the clear air gives way to some amazing views of the stars. You will have very limited cell phone reception, but the nature should make up for it. Make your way from the Keweenaw Bay at the Southern end to the small town of Copper Harbor at the Northern tip. Enjoy the hiking and swimming and rock collecting and make sure you eat a pasty or two. Look to the Northwest on a clear day and see if you can spot the next location on the list, Isle Royale.

2. Isle Royale National Park

Get away from it all and take in the beautiful sights of the 900 mile long Island. Experience wildlife up close by backpacking, boating, kayaking, or scuba diving. Isle Royale provides a serene getaway from civilization. Your visit will give you’re the opportunity to experience the breathtaking nature and also to take some time to reflect. The Park is made up of one large island, and 450 smaller islands that surround it. Stepping…