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…
Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area in Metamora, Michigan, is full of beautiful wooded terrain for hiking, camping, and much more. This 723-acre park encompasses Lake Minnawanna. We have walked here many times over the past several years and have even used the park for senior photos. It’s one of our photographer’s favorite places. If you enjoy wooded…
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…
7 Ponds Nature Center is tucked away near the village of Dryden in Lapeer County, Michigan. The nature center has much to offer for all ages and abilities. You can choose indoor and outdoor activities, long or short walks, woods or prairies, and more. Take a short drive south off Dryden Rd between M24 and…
Roadside Attractions: Antiques and Curiosities is in downtown Metamora, Michigan. The shop is a charming two-story historical building that shares the downtown center with The White Horse Inn and the Metamora General Store. It’s a trifecta of attractions in a tiny town. Not Just Antiques Roadside Attractions is, first and foremost, an antique store, but…
Champane’s Honeybee Grille in Metamora, Michigan, is a tiny little diner on the side of M24. You might not even notice it driving by, which would be a huge mistake. This little diner serves breakfast and lunch with great food and excellent staff. Make sure you stop in for a tasty meal. They are on…
Fall Colors draw many people out for walks and drives from Southeast Michigan. The towns and scenes from Up North call like sirens to come and travel to see the fall colors. You may not have the opportunity to get away, but you don’t have to miss out on the beauty of fall in Michigan….
The White Horse Inn perfectly blends food, history, art, and architecture! Although it is currently a restaurant, its history is long and storied. The building was initially built in 1848, 175 years ago! It changed hands a few times but has almost always been in operation. Check out their website for details about the history…
The 75 acres of Sutherland Nature Sanctuary in Metamora began as a private project to restore forested and farmed land to its natural beauty. There are multiple habitats in this relatively small space with over 2 miles of walking trails. Once we discovered this place, we couldn’t stay away and have even volunteered with some…
Warstler Farm provides creative and fun events in Oxford, Michigan. The farm offers both public and private events. We recently attended a private event and got a sneak peek at their newest public event. Both were a blast. We continue to be amazed by the creativity and care that goes into each event at this…