snowy trail through the woods with a few footprints in the snow

January 2024 Walks Around Michigan

Hidden Gems Michigan made 12 outdoor walks around Michigan in January of 2024. The year started snowless and frosty, with a few dustings. Later in the month, we got a good snowstorm that left us with nice snow cover toward the end of the month. The walk posts will be photo-heavy with short descriptions of…

City skyline and pedestrian bridge over a large river

How to Enjoy Grand Rapids, Mi in Winter: Frogs, RVs, & Beer

Grand Rapids is second in size only to Detroit, which makes it the second most-populated city in Michigan. I would never have guessed that the population was that large. Grand Rapids is a Big City with a Small(er) Town feel. The city was fairly easy to navigate, and we found parking to begin our adventure…

Statue of a boy along a paved riverwalk

History & Coffee Make a Splash in Port Huron Daytrip

Port Huron, Michigan, is a perfect place for a daytrip. Distinctive coffee shops, unique museums, historic downtown, nostalgic eateries, and, of course, Lake Huron. You can’t go wrong planning a daytrip to Port Huron, Michigan. But first, Coffee to begin your Port Huron Daytrip We like to start our days with coffee, and Port Huron…

landscaped bi level patio with tables and chairs, blue table umbrellas, string lights and a fire in a firepit in the background with people around the fire at night.

How to Make a Day Trip to Metamora, Michigan

Tucked just off the beaten path, Metamora Michigan will capture your heart. Metamora is a charming little village off of M24 in Lapeer County, about 3 miles north of the Oakland County line. If you have never been for a visit, you should plan a day trip soon. If you have visited, don’t forget to…