Michigan

History comes alive in the lakefront cities of Luna Pier and Monroe, home to Michigan's only state park on Lake Erie. Here, you'll find sandy beaches, boating, fishing, bird-watching and a variety of local shops and restaurants ready to welcome you with open arms.

When Sir Yacht told nearly 5 million people that Lake Erie is "the worst" of the Great Lakes, we had to call him on it. 

From Cleveland to Buffalo, there are dozens of restaurants located right on Lake Erie. Use this guide to click on your corner of Lake Erie — or to plan your next road trip.

Discover a restaurant with both great food and great views.

The bugs are coming — and that's a good thing — but they can also inflict a lot of damage.

To love the lake means to take care of the lake. With that in mind, we checked in with Lake Erie Foundation president Jim Stouffer to gauge exactly how the lake is doing — and what challenges it’s facing.

As the pandemic destroyed dozens of industries, boaters report a resurgence in those looking to spend time on the water.

Discover ways to celebrate our Great Lake during any season.

Day 1

Located just outside of Detroit, The Henry Ford has two top-notch attractions — Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.

Our Great Lake is home to more than 50 lighthouses! Get the scoop on these fascinating landmarks and create your own tour.