Happy Birthday Michigan!

Happy Birthday Michigan! On this day in 1837, Michigan became a state. 186 years ago! If you have followed us for any length of time, you know that we are all about Michigan and traveling the state to experience and show all of you how many amazing things there are to do! 

It is also crazy that some if Michigan's cities, like Sault Ste. Marie, actually were established long before Michigan became a state. For example, The Soo was established in 1668, making it one of the oldest cities in the United States. 

Back to todays topic. Since it is Michigan's birthday, we wanted to share some of our favorite photos. 

Mackinac Bridge

A view of the Mackinac Bridge from Straits State Park

Winter at Tahquamenon Falls

Winter at Tahquamenon Falls

New Presque Isle Lighthouse

The New Presque isle Lighthouse near Alpena

Marquette Ore Dock

Marquette's Lower Harbor Ore Dock

Hiking Silver Lake Sand Dunes

Hiking Silver Lake Sand Dunes

Paddling Copper Harbor

Paddling Copper Harbor

The top of Big Sable Lighthouse

Sunset from the top of Big Sable Lighthouse

Narnia

Standing on the rocks in Narnia

Snowboarding at Mt. Bohemia

 Snowboarding at Mt. Bohemia

Houghton lake Ice Fishing

Ice Fishing on Houghton Lake

Winter at the Soo Locks

Winter at the Soo Locks

Wright Street Falls

We could go on with photos forever! One thing to add is that we actually have a special shirt available that is in honor of when Michigan was founded. It is currently available here on our site for a limited time! 1837 on the front and MI Playground logo on the top of the back. 

Available Here!