Here you’ll find my recent articles from 2024-2025. Explore adventures in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Lake Superior and Lake Michigan, and top scenic biking and hiking trails throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. In addition, read more about hiking an ancient volcano in New Mexico and the Great Sand Dunes in Colorado!
Lake Superior and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula:
Marquette Michigan - 2025 Adventure Guide - Upper Peninsula
Marquette Michigan is always an adventure, regardless of the season. There’s no shortage of scenic views, friendly folks, food, nature, history, and adventure.
Explore Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Munising Michigan
Fall adventure trip on your mind? A visit to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore provides no shortage of scenic views!
Taste of Marquette Michigan | Top 10 Restaurants & Breweries
Marquette Michigan is the place to be for a great meal in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan! Check out my 10 top picks for a great meal in Marquette Michigan!
Top Midwest Biking Destination | Marquette, Michigan
Marquette, Michigan is a mecca for outdoor recreation. From forested mountain bike trails to a 47-mile trail, there is something for every biking enthusiast!
Lake Michigan
Beach Glass along Lake Michigan’s Shore | Top 3 Beaches
Looking for great beaches on Lake Michigan for beach glass, fossils, and treasures? Check out my three favorite southern Wisconsin beaches for the best finds!
Explore Wisconsin’s HarborMarket | Lake Michigan Shore
Are you looking for a vibrant farmer’s market with fresh, seasonal produce, sweet treats, arts and crafts, fresh artisan breads and cheeses, live music, all with the backdrop of one of our beautiful Great Lakes? Look no further than HarborMarket, in Kenosha Wisconsin, along Lake Michigan’s southern shore!
Unique Lake Michigan Treasures: Beach Glass, Pottery, and Fossils | Simmons Island Beach
Looking for a Lake Michigan beach to comb for treasure? Look no further than Simmons Island Beach in Kenosha, WI, where you’ll find glass, fossils, and pottery.
Wisconsin Biking and Hiking Trails
Explore the Driftless Region of Wisconsin | New Glarus WI
Wisconsin is home to the Driftless Region; the Sugar River State Trail from Brodhead to New Glarus is an excellent way to explore WI!
Glacial Drumlin State Trail | Wisconsin’s Glacial Landscapes
Bike the Glacial Drumlin State Trail in Wisconsin, imagine Wisconsin’s geologic past with unique glacial landscapes of Wisconsin shaped during the last Ice Age.
Bike the Heart of Vilas County Trail | Northwoods Wisconsin
The Heart of Vilas County Trail is a must! Bike through the heart of the Northwoods of Wisconsin along peaceful stands of pines, lakes, and 3 trail communities.
White River State Trail | Bike Wisconsin’s Rail Trails
Bike the scenic 19-mile White River State Trail from Elkhorn, WI to Dover, Wl through rolling hills, remnant prairies, and beautiful Wisconsin landscapes.
Bike the Ozaukee Interurban Trail | Mequon to Belgium, WI
Bike the Beautiful Ozaukee Interurban Trail from Mequon to Belgium, Wisconsin. This scenic trail connects 10 charming Wisconsin towns along Lake Michigan!
Bike Unique Landscapes of Wisconsin - 3 Top WI Bike Trails
From the scenic Northwoods, to cornfields, to the shore of Lake Michigan, Wisconsin has views for every biker! Check out my 3 favorite trails in the state!
Bike the Lake Monona Loop | Madison, Wisconsin
The 13-mile Lake Monona Loop in Madison, Wisconsin provides scenic views of the Madison skyline, circling the lake, offering hilly and gently rolling stretches.
Explore Southern Wisconsin's Historic Shorepath | Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
The picturesque city of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, in Walworth County, has a rich history, from the time of early settlers to present day. Settlers first arrived in Lake Geneva in the early 1830s drawn to the area for abundant fresh water and fertile land. The city was first established in 1836, along with a footpath called the Geneva Lake Shore Path that circles Geneva Lake.
Northwoods Wisconsin Hiking
Fallison Lake Nature Trail | Hike Boulder Junction, WI
Fallison Lake Nature Trail in Boulder Junction, WI is a gorgeous Fall hike! Discover the beautiful, varied trails of Vilas County, in Wisconsin’s Northwoods.
Illinois Biking Trails
Des Plaines River Trail: Discover the Beauty of Illinois
Discover the Beauty of northern Illinois. Bike over 30 miles of the beautiful Des Plaines River, passing through savannas, oak woodlands and prairies.
Wisconsin Paddling
Lulu Lake | Discover Southern Wisconsin’s Top Paddling Lake
Lulu Lake is a must for paddling in Southern Wisconsin. Part of a picturesque State Natural Area, Lulu Lake is home to unique and conservative native wildflowers.
Madison and Baraboo, Wisconsin
New Glarus, WI America’s Little Switzerland -Top Restaurants
Known as “America’s Little Switzerland”, New Glarus, Wisconsin has Swiss-style architecture, authentic Swiss food, and top restaurants for a great meal!
New Life Lavender Farm | Lavender Fields of Baraboo
New Life Lavender Farm in Baraboo, Wisconsin offers a labyrinth of lavender, 8 acres of wildflowers, and gift shop with lavender-themed gifts and sweet treats.
Hike Picturesque Trails of Devil’s Lake State Park, Baraboo
Devil’s Lake State Park in Baraboo, Wisconsin is one of my all-time favorite fall hiking destinations. Explore the many trails in this gorgeous geologic wonder!
Western United States | Rocky Mountains
Great Sand Dunes National Park | An Acoustic Adventure
Great Sand Dunes National Park is an experience you don’t want to miss! Experience the acoustics and diverse landscape of this vast southern Colorado landscape.
Hike an Extinct Volcano | Capulin Volcano National Monument
Visit Capulin Volcano National Monument, New Mexico - experience views at 8,500 feet, unique wildlife, and a fascinating landscape that was long ago active.
Hike the Scenic Norski Trail | Santa Fe National Forest
The Santa Fe National Forest is home to stunning scenery, blue skies, and gorgeous hiking trails. Hike the scenic Norski Trail in the Santa Fe National Forest!
Kettle Moraine State Forest/Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Kettle Moraine State Forest | 3 Top Spring Wildflower Hikes
Kettle Moraine State Forest is the place to see wildflowers in the Great Lakes region! Check out three of my favorite spring hikes in southern Wisconsin.
6 Beautiful Winter Hikes - Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Explore the geologic history of Wisconsin - explore one of 6 scenic winter hikes along a beautifully scenic Ice Age National Scenic Trail in southern Wisconsin.
Hike the Blue Spring Lake segment of the Ice Age Trail
Enjoy a winter hike along the Blue Spring Lake segment and the varied terrain of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in southern Wisconsin.
Whitewater Lake | Hike the Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Whitewater Lake segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail | Enjoy a scenic winter hike in southeastern Wisconsin with varied terrain and scenic overlooks.
Reach out to me anytime! Questions or comments? I’d love to hear about your adventures in the Great Lakes region, or topics and places you’d like to learn more about. Include your contact details in the form below and I’ll get back to you!
In the meantime, get out there and find an adventure!
-Erin