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  • Delicious Chili

    Delicious pre-made Chili is a perfect, easy camping dish that can pack a punch when it comes to protein and flavor.


  • Off the Beaten Path: Camping at Perkins Park

    Off the Beaten Path: Camping at Perkins Park

    Big Bay is a small village north-west of Marquette, Michigan. Nestled in the wilds of the north, it offers plenty for those seeking isolation and outdoor adventure. Perkins Park is one of the many recreational opportunities in this area.


  • Delicious Steve’s Chili

    Delicious pre-made Chili is a perfect, easy camping dish that can pack a punch when it comes to protein and flavor.


  • Camp Beside the Manistique River at Northland Outfitters

    Camp Beside the Manistique River at Northland Outfitters

    Located in the small town of Germfask, the Northland Outfitters Campground & Canoe/Kayak Livery offers guests scenic views of the Manistique River. With campsites and cabins, it has a little bit of everything for everyone. Conveniently located off of M-77, we stopped here as an overnight stay between home and the Porcupine Mountains. What We…


  • Camping at Otter Lake Campground

    Camping at Otter Lake Campground

    tled within the Hiawatha National Forest, Otter Lake Campground gives campers the experience of being away from the city while still conveniently within driving distance of Munising, Michigan.


  • Pre-made Mini Quiches for an Easy Camping Dinner

    Pre-made Mini Quiches for an Easy Camping Dinner

    Finding healthy, easy camping dinners can be tricky. No one wants to deal with the hassle of clean up after a long days of exploring. These pre-made mini quiches are an excellent option.


  • A Great Stay at Cusino Lake State Forest Campground

    A Great Stay at Cusino Lake State Forest Campground

    Scattered south of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula are a handful of state forest campgrounds. Like most of these campgrounds, Cusino offers some peaceful views, recreational opportunities, and solitude. Cusino Lake State Forest Campground has 6 sites that are all first-come, first-serve. The sites are available for tents and small trailers. Amenities include vault…


  • Getting Away to Big Eric’s Bridge State Forest Campground

    Getting Away to Big Eric’s Bridge State Forest Campground

    It’s hard to pick just one campground that’s a favorite, especially in the U.P. But if there is one place that I keep coming back to, it’s Big Eric’s Bridge State Forest Campground. This rustic campground is located on the Huron River about 30 minutes from downtown L’Anse. It’s a small campground with only 20…


  • A Weekend at Town Corners Lake State Forest Campground

    A Weekend at Town Corners Lake State Forest Campground

    It is well known by now that Steve and I love staying in Pigeon River State Forest (Pigeon River: There’s No Place Like Home). The wildlife is abundant and unique, and the scenic views are beautiful.


  • Round Lake Campground – Serenity in Michigan’s L.P.

    Round Lake Campground – Serenity in Michigan’s L.P.

    Pigeon River State Forest is without a doubt, our favorite place to camp and hike in Michigan’s lower peninsula. Time and time again, we have shared its beauty with people who love being in the outdoors. One of five campgrounds in Pigeon River State Forest, Round Lake Campground is by far a favorite. Tucked away…