There's Something Magical About These 10 Michigan Lakes In The Summer
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Serena Maria Daniels
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We’ve been waiting all year for this one magical time of year: summer. And what better way to spend summer than on one of our hundreds of lakes.
Whether they’re of the Great variety or smaller, hidden gems, our lakeshores can’t be beat. Here, check out 10 reasons why our lakes are second to none.
Situated in suburban Detroit, this is the deepest lake in Oakland County.
This picturesque lake is a short drive outside of Traverse City... Great for getting a little quiet.
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Another northern Michigan gem, Elk Lake is ideal if you want to rent a cozy cottage for the weekend.
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The largest inland lake in Michigan, Houghton Lake is another super popular vacation destination.
One of the four great lakes that touch the shores of Michigan, Lake Erie touches both Michigan and Ohio.
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This great lake sits to the north and east of Michigan and its shore is often referred to as the "Sunrise Side."
Lake Michigan touches four states (including Michigan) and parts of Canada. That means a LOT of beach goers.
Not quite a Great Lake, but definitely no tiny pond, Lake St. Clair sits south of Lake Huron and shares shores with metro Detroit and Ontario, Canada.
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By far the largest of all the Great Lakes, its home is the vast Upper Peninsula.
Another popular northern Michigan destination, it was once the boyhood summer home of legendary writer Ernest Hemingway.
Quite some beauties, huh? Tell us though, which are your fave lakes in the Great Lakes State?
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