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Dunes, Trails & Lakeside Discovery

Explore windswept dunes, winding lakeside trails, and pristine beach vistas at this Michigan gem just minutes from the city.

Day 1 — William C. Sterling State Park

🚗 1 hr 20 min driving📍 4 stops

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Morning

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Drive

Detroit, MI → William C. Sterling State Park

37 min

William C. Sterling State Park

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Explore Michigan's largest state park with pristine beaches, diverse wildlife, and scenic Lake Erie views just an hour from Detroit.

~2 hrs📍 See location

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Lunch

Public House

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Discover craft beers and elevated pub fare in a vibrant gastropub atmosphere that perfectly blends local hospitality with contemporary dining.

~1 hr📍 See location

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Afternoon

Continue at William C. Sterling State Park

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Use the afternoon to explore a different trail, cool off at a swimming hole, or find a scenic spot to watch the sunset.

~2 hrs📍 See location

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Evening

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Drive

William C. Sterling State Park → The Clamdigger

6 min

🍽️ Dinner~1 hr

The Clamdigger

Savor fresh seafood and coastal charm at this waterfront restaurant that captures the authentic fishing village experience of Michigan's Thumb region.

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Drive

The Clamdigger → Detroit, MI

37 min

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