More than a tourist handbook, Michigan State Parks provides thumbnail sketches of the history and attractions of 85 state parks. It also offers background on Michigan's other public recreational lands--national parks and forests, Huron-Clinton Metroparks, Mackinac State Historic parks, and 179 roadside parks.

**A New York Times Bestseller!** Based on the wildly popular Instagram account, Subpar Parks features both the greatest hits and brand-new content, all celebrating the incredible beauty and variety of America’s national parks juxtaposed with the clueless and hilarious one-star reviews posted by visitors. Subpar Parks, both on the popular Instagram page and in this humorous, informative, and collectible book, combines two things that seem like they might not work together yet somehow harmonize perfectly: beautiful illustrations and informative, amusing text celebrating each national park paired with the one-star reviews disappointed tourists have left online. Millions of visitors each year enjoy Glacier National Park, but for one visitor, it was simply "Too cold for me!" Another saw the mind-boggling vistas of Bryce Canyon as "Too spiky!" Never mind the person who visited the thermal pools at Yellowstone National Park and left thinking, “Save yourself some money, boil some water at home.” Featuring more than 50 percent new material, the book will include more depth and insight into the most popular parks, such as Yosemite, Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, and Acadia National Parks; anecdotes and tips from rangers; and much more about author Amber Share's personal love and connection to the outdoors. Equal parts humor and love for the national parks and the great outdoors, it's the perfect gift for anyone who loves to spend time outside as well as have a good read (and laugh) once they come indoors.

Michigan's state park system is a diverse collection of virgin forests, dramatic sand dunes, and clear lakes. This updated guide offers information on camping, hiking, paddling, cycling, skiing, fishing, and swimming, plus expanded coverage of mountain biking.

From May through October, millions of people from throughout the Midwest head north with a tent in the pickup or a trailer in tow to spend a weekend (or even the entire summer) camping in Michigan. Veteran camper and award-winning outdoor writer Jim DuFresne has viewed almost all of them and guides you to campsites along the beach, next to waterfalls, or on lakes where you can catch trophy bluegill or bass. This comprehensive guidebook is for campers, RVers, and anybody who enjoys the outdoors-from anglers and hikers to morel mushroom hunters and families. It's a must-have resource for anyone who wants to escape the crowds and enjoy the best public campgrounds Michigan has to offer.

Provides advice for visitors to the park, and describes places to hike and canoe.

On January 1 of 2016, Stefanie Payne, a creative professional working at NASA Headquarters, and Jonathan Irish, a photographer with National Geographic, left their lives in Washington, D.C. and hit the open road on an expedition to explore and document all 59 of America's national parks during the centennial celebration of the U.S. National Park Service - 59 parks in 52 weeks - the Greatest American Road Trip. Captured in more than 300,000 digital photographs, written stories, and videos shared by the national and international media, their project resulted in an incredible view of America's National Park System seen in its 100th year. 'A Year in the National Parks, The Greatest American Road Trip' is a gorgeous visual journey through our cherished public lands, detailing a rich tapestry of what makes each park special, as seen along an epic journey to visit them all within one special celebratory year.