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Lake Erie is the southernmost of the five Great Lakes. It is connected to the other Great Lakes by the Detroit River and the Niagara River, respectively. Lake Erie`s coastline is divided up between the U.S. states of Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York and the Canadian province of Ontario. Canada`s southernmost point, Point Pelée National Park, is situated on Lake Erie, and large cities such as Cleveland and Buffalo are located on the opposite shore.
The United States boasts 62 protected National Parks spread throughout 29 states, including two located along Lake Michigan. Altogether, the 62 parks in the U.S. park system cover approximately 52.2 million acres of land!
The United States is considered one of the most popular ski destinations in the world. There are hundreds of ski resorts scattered across mountain ranges all over the country, situated near villages and towns filled with charm and warmth.
With so many miles of terrain to experience and so many towns and cities to see, is it any surprise that the United States is one of the most popular world travel destinations for people who want to experience nature and adventure? From our 60+ national parks to smaller state parks and refuges, the U.S. is most definitely exciting and picturesque. In order to experience it hands-on, you have to find a nature and adventure vacation in the USA that`s right for you!
Lake Michigan is one of the five Great Lakes and the only one located completely inside the boundaries of the United States. It is referred to as `the Third Coast` and is known for its peaceful lakeside scenes and the best beaches you won`t find on either coast. The states of Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan all border Lake Michigan and have their own unique sights such as awe-inspiring state and national parks, historic lighthouses, and sandy shoreline.
Lake Superior is the largest of the Great Lakes and the largest freshwater lake in the world. Spanning through three US states Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, and a huge portion of the northern Ontario, Canada. Lake Superior encompasses around 1,300 miles by highway around the world's most famous freshwater lake offering an array of activities, sights, and the most diverse landscapes that will absolutely amaze your senses. Simply enjoy the natural beauty of the water with its 2,726 miles of shoreline, cliffs, and beaches.
The Lake Michigan shoreline north of Milwaukee and south of Door County is very diverse geographically, ranging from cities and towns to beaches, state parks, nature preserves, and windswept golf courses. The largest city along the coast in this area is Sheboygan, where the Sheboygan River flows into Lake Michigan. Other towns and cities on the coast include Manitowoc and Two Rivers north of Sheboygan and Port Washington and Grafton south of Sheboygan.
Driving Time
Detroit - Ann Arbor: 45 mins. approx.
Ann Arbor - Detroit Airport: 35 mins. approx.
Driving Time
Cleveland - Toledo: 1 hr 48 mins. approx.
Toledo – Indiana Dunes: 3 hr. 6 mins. approx.
Indiana Dunes - Chicago: 54 mins. approx.
Driving Time
Detroit - Ann Arbor: 45 mins. approx.
Ann Arbor - Kalamazoo: 1 hr. 40 mins. approx.
Kalamazoo - Grand Rapids: 50 mins. approx.
Michigan is the home of many fantastic things to see and do - majestic lakes, beautiful diverse landscape, fabulous food, hidden gems, and quirky locales, just to name a few. There are endless opportunities for those who are looking to enjoy nature, especially along the shores of the Great Lakes, where you can find freshwater dunes and coastal habitats far from the sea.
Ohio, The Buckeye State, is full of history, natural beauty and exciting urban areas. Once the western frontier of the United States, it has spawned many important parts of American culture. Home to the bustling metropolitan areas like Cincinnati, Columbus and Cleveland, all offering big-city delights and hipster hotspots worth checking out. The northern border of Ohio is formed by Lake Erie, providing beautiful beaches and island getaways.
With so many distinct places and experiences, Pennsylvania is well worth taking the time to discover. Starting with a town built on chocolate, the World of Little League Museum, and more than a dozen amusement parks and water parks. Head to Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and other lively urban centers to enjoy big-city culture, such as first-rate museums, science centers, performing arts venues and gardens. Venture outside the cities to enjoy hiking, biking and boating in any of the 121 state parks. And learn all about the Amish way of living in the farms and villages.
New York State is filled with contrasting landscapes and exciting cities and sights such as New York City, the Big Apple with its iconic skyline and towering skyscrapers, Niagra falls, one of the most famous waterfalls in the world, Albany the state`s capital with a deep history and home to the State Capitol Building, and Buffalo nestled on the Canadian border, a gateway to outdoor exploring.
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