About 3,000 miles, to be exact. One of the most breathtaking views is along the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The area is open year-round, but you’ll want to check for possible road closures if you plan to visit during winter months.

• Watch our video of a Pictured Rocks sunset cruise here.

The De Zwaan Windmill in Holland, Mich. is not only a historic attraction, it’s also a functioning machine that produces healthy whole wheat flour for the local community and beyond.

• Check out this recipe for making your own healthy wheat bran muffins using stone ground flour.

The Muskegon Winter Sports Complex offers visitors access to acres of ice, trails and woods for those brave enough to bare the cold temperatures.

• Read what one of our bloggers had to say about taking the plunge down the 850-foot icy track.

The Headlands in Mackinaw City was designated an official dark sky park in 2011. Visitors can explore 600 acres of old-growth forest and more than two miles of undeveloped Lake Michigan shoreline, all undiluted by light pollution.

• See breathtaking photos from a stargazer’s point of view in this blog where we explore the magic of Northern Michigan’s dark sky park.

With our variety of seasons, rich farming regions and proximity to the Great Lakes, Michigan grows and distributes hundreds of different crops each year. We’re the top producer of tart cherries in the country, among other accolades.

• Check out #MIProduce on Instagram for healthy meals that look (and taste) better with local Michigan produce.