Free concerts bring live entertainment to metroparks all summer long
Spend time outside enjoying live music at Huron-Clinton Metroparks this summer. Free concerts are being held at Lake St. Clair Metropark and Stony Creek Metropark.
Electric bikes in Michigan allowed on state park trails, other natural surface paths under new order
Two classes of electric bikes would be allowed on trails currently reserved for mountain bikes, though with special permissions.
Several Southeast Michigan beaches closed headed into the weekend
Several beaches in Macomb and Oakland counties are closed headed into the weekend due to high bacteria levels.
Fish, go off-roading, and visit Michigan state parks for free this weekend
During Three Free weekend you can fish without a license, ride off-road trails without an ORV license or trail permit, and visit Michigan state parks without a recreation passport.
Camp at Detroit's Historic Fort Wayne this summer
Camp at Detroit's Historic Fort Wayne for one night only this summer. Huron-Clinton Metroparks partnered with Detroit Outdoors, Black to the Land, and the city's parks and recreation department for this unique camping experience.
Camping nights return to Southeast Michigan metroparks
Pitch a tent and spend a night or two in the great outdoors at a metropark this summer. The Huron-Clinton Metroparks are again hosting family camping nights at the parks that usually aren't open for camping.
Michigan state parks, boat access sites closing for renovations and improvements
Numerous projects planned for Michigan state parks and boating access sites will close areas of the parks this spring and summer.
Mackinac Island again named best summer travel destination
Michigan's Mackinac Island has once again been named the best place to travel this summer.
How to get a metropark pass ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Metro Detroit's 13 metroparks feature beaches, trails, camping opportunities, events, and more, and a metropark pass allows you access to all of the fun.
These pet-friendly Michigan state park beaches allow dogs to take a swim
Beaches at more than three dozen Michigan state park and recreation areas allow pets to swim in the water.
Unlicensed Michigan RV park owner accused of discharging raw sewage into groundwater
The owner of an unlicensed mid-Michigan RV park is accused of violating environmental laws and jeopardizing water quality by discharging raw sewage into groundwater. He was previously issued a cease and desist from EGLE.
Northern Lights could be visible in Michigan on Friday
The Northern Lights could appear in the northern half of the United States on Friday night, including here in Michigan.
Huron-Clinton Metroparks unveiling improved nature trail Thursday
An upgraded observation deck and amenities like picnic tables, drinking stations, and bike racks have been added to Oakwoods Park. But that's not all:
Saugatuck Brewing using beer to raise money for fish, wildlife habitat restoration
Saugatuck Brewing Co. is using one of its popular beers, Rainbow Rodeo IPA, to help Michigan's environment.
Hines Drive Saturday road closures resume for bicycling, walking, running
It's that time of year when bicyclists, walkers, and runners get to experience Hines Drive without the threat of vehicles.
Tawas Point Lighthouse reopening after extensive renovations
After extensive repairs to the Tawas Point Lighthouse, the historic lighthouse overlooking Lake Huron and Tawas Bay will reopen this week.
Michigan beach named one of the best in the US by Travel and Leisure
For the best beach in the U.S., you could go to California, or Hawaii, or even Hilton Head in South Carolina. But Michiganders know better - and here's one example to prove it.
Michigan roadside parks open for the season next week
Michigan road trips are about to get a bit more fun -- many roadside parks open for the season next week.
Major upgrades will close 3 Dearborn pools this summer
Major upgrades are coming to three Dearborn public pools. Ten Eyck, Lapeer, and Summer Stephens pools will be closed this summer for the projects.
Morels in Michigan: What to know as you hunt for mushrooms this spring
May is Morel Month, as the mushrooms typically fruit from late May until mid-June. However, the mushrooms are often found in late April, especially if it has been warm and wet. Here's what to know about morels in Michigan: