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Discover the best handicap-accessible hiking trails in Southwest Michigan, including paved paths and wide packed-dirt routes perfect for wheelchairs, rollators, and strollers. Explore accessible trails at Frederik Meijer Gardens, Portage Creek Bicentennial Trail, Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, Kal-Haven, Lillian Anderson Arboretum, Pierce Cedar Creek, Celery Flats, Dorr Bysterveld Park, and TRACK Trails at various state parks. Perfect guide for inclusive, family-friendly outdoor adventures.

Celebrate the holidays in true Michigan style! From dazzling light displays and live reindeer visits to cozy small-town festivals, these 12 magical Christmas events in Michigan are perfect for families with kids. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a festive day trip, you’ll find lights, parades, Santa sightings, and plenty of cocoa.

As a mom of 4, I’m always looking for ways to keep my kids active and outdoors — and our climbing dome has been one of the best backyard investments! In this post, I’m sharing our favorite climbing dome games, creative add-ons, and accessories that make outdoor play even more fun. Plus, turn your dome into a cozy igloo for winter, so the kids can enjoy it year-round. Real mom-tested ideas to help your family spend more time outside, no matter the season!

Looking for a family-friendly stop in Michigan’s U.P.? Visit Oswald’s Bear Ranch in Newberry — the largest bear-only rescue in the U.S.! Feed bears apples, snap a photo with a young cub, and learn all about Michigan’s black bears on your Upper Peninsula road trip.

Family biking adventures in Michigan! Explore the best bike-friendly campgrounds — from Holland and Petoskey, to South Haven and Mackinac Island. Perfect for families who love camping, biking, and exploring the Great Lakes. Whether its mountain biking in Marquette or a 22 mile paved Little Traverse Wheelway- your family will love every minute.

Planning a family camping trip? Check out the best large family tents on Amazon —from blackout tents that help kids sleep in to roomy cabin tents with space for everyone. After researching, reading reviews, and chatting with other camping families, here are our top picks for comfort, affordability, function, and easy setup!

Discover everything you need to know about hiking the Miners Falls Trail in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. This family-friendly guide covers trail distance, terrain, parking, restrooms, and what to expect along the shaded forest path to one of Michigan’s most beautiful waterfalls. Includes tips for visiting with kids, climbing to the base, and nearby things to do around Munising.

Explore Michigan’s stunning Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with kids! Our family of six camped near Munising, hiked to Miners Falls and Miners Beach, took the Riptide Ride Pictured Rocks boat tour, searched for Yooperlites, and tasted famous pasties at Muldoon’s. Get family-friendly tips, nearby activities, and where to stay in this complete guide to visiting Pictured Rocks and Munising on your Upper Peninsula road trip.

Planning a trip to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula? Discover everything you need to know about visiting Tahquamenon Falls with kids—best things to do, hiking trails, camping, swimming in the falls, the shuttle between the Upper and Lower Falls, nearby attractions like Whitefish Point, plus tips for making the most of your family adventure.

Discover everything you need to know about camping at Muskegon State Park in Michigan! This family-friendly camping guide includes photos, tips for choosing between Lake Michigan or Channel Campground, and advice for planning the perfect trip. Explore nearby things to do, from hiking scenic trails to fishing and swimming, plus fun activities for kids and families. Whether you’re tent camping, RVing, or looking for a rustic getaway, this Muskegon State Park camping guide will help you plan an unforgettable Michigan adventure.

From the moment you cross the Mackinac Bridge, adventure in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula begins! This guide highlights 50 bucket list stops and must-see places stretching from the Eastern U.P. to the Central region and all the way to the Porcupine Mountains. Discover waterfalls, hikes, beaches, historic sites, lighthouses, small towns, and family-friendly adventures that make the U.P. unforgettable. Perfect for planning your Michigan road trip or adding to your travel bucket list!

Discover why Castle Rock in St. Ignace is a must-stop on your Upper Peninsula road trip. Enjoy panoramic views, fun photo ops with Paul Bunyan, love locks at the summit, an affordable gift shop, and nearby family-friendly spots like Mackinac Island, the Narnia Trail, and Lehto’s Pasties. Perfect for families exploring Michigan’s U.P.!

Discover the best hiking trails at Muskegon State Park for families—from scenic dune climbs to peaceful boardwalks around Lost Lake. This guide highlights kid-friendly hikes, an accessible trail with a track chair at Muskegon Luge Park, and tips to pair your adventure.

Plan 3 days of family adventures in Marquette, Michigan! From Black Rocks cliff jumping and hiking Sugarloaf Mountain to Yooperlite hunting, biking, ice cream at Donckers, and relaxing at Au Train Beach—this itinerary is packed with thrills and kid-friendly fun.