Michigan’s southern Lake Michigan beach waters are actually fairly pleasant, with temperatures in the high-70s. Northern Lake Michigan beach water is cooler, especially in the Grand Traverse Bay area.

Free Press writer Jared Ramsey previews some of the top returning offensive linemen in Michigan heading into the 2026 MHSAA football season.

SOUTH HAVEN, MI — A swimmer exits Lake Michigan on a sunny Tuesday morning and approaches a lifeguard. “It looks like you’re ...

The Great Lakes Grand Prix is entering its final three days, with high-speed racing and family fun continuing all weekend long.Thousands are expected to head to ...

This peaceful Michigan park is a riverside gem that rewards adventurous visitors with quiet trails, primitive campsites, ...

The British social media stars also spend some time at a beach on Lake Michigan.

The beach was often closed for swimming and earned a reputation as one of the worst beaches in the country. Now, it's turned ...

The sun will soon set on another Michigan summer, which means beach days at the big lake are numbered.

Ramona Park Beach in Portage has reopened to the public.

Do some Michigan cities really feel as cozy and charming as Stars Hollow straight out of Gilmore Girls? These 9 cities ...

When it comes to Milwaukee area beaches, Bradford Beach is the one that most often enters the conversation. This popular hot spot is a go-to for many locals and tourists alike who want to enjoy the ...

Canadian wildfire smoke endangering Michigan's air quality also continues to cause activity cancellations and facility closures on Friday. Cities across Metro Detroit shut down beach areas, splash ...