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Tents set up on the shore of Manitou Island, one of the best places for camping in Michigan. The sun is setting and the sky has a yellow haze to it.

18 Epic Places For Camping In Michigan

November 5, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

If you are looking to go camping in Michigan, then you have come to the right place! There are so many fun things to …

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15 Epic Places for Camping in Wisconsin

November 3, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Are you planning to go camping in Wisconsin? You've come to the right place! In this article, I've put together 15 of …

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Carvings of men in mountains. Best national parks in South Dakota

6 Best National Parks In South Dakota For Your Bucket List

October 28, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

If you're looking for the best National Parks in South Dakota, you've come to the right place! South Dakota is home …

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15 Small Towns in Indiana You Must Visit

October 22, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Are you looking for some small towns in Indiana to visit on your vacation? I've picked out a few of the cutest Indiana …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Indiana, Outdoor Adventures Tagged With: Indiana, Travel, USA

Aerial view of the State Capitol, one of the best things to do in Des Moines, Iowa.

15 Best Things To Do In Des Moines, IA You Shouldn’t Miss

September 23, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best things to do in Des Moines, Iowa? You’ve come to the right place. Des Moines is a surprisingly …

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A small white light and black light house with red shingles on the roof. It is on the sandy shores of a lake but there is also snow and ice hanging off the dock near the lighthouse. There are dunes with dried grass and trees with no leaves. One of the best things to do in Michigan

25 Best Things to Do in Michigan for Your Bucket List

August 12, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

There are so many things to do in Michigan, it is one of my favorite Midwest states. With four of the five Great …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Fall, Michigan, Outdoor Adventures, Spring, Summer, Things To Do, Weekend Getaways, Winter Tagged With: Michigan, Travel, USA

Looking down a tree lined road towards the capital building in Madison Wisconsin. The trees have yellow leaves and the building is a large white colonial style building. Awesome for Wisconsin weekend getaways

15 Unforgettable Wisconsin Weekend Getaways

August 4, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best Wisconsin weekend getaway? I was born and raised in the Midwest and Wisconsin is one of my favorite …

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Gateway Arch illuminated at dusk

15 Best Missouri Road Trips for an Unforgettable Adventure

August 1, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best Missouri road trips? The best scenic drives in Missouri take you through the Ozarks, along the …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Fall, Missouri, Outdoor Adventures, Things To Do Tagged With: Missouri, Travel, USA

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12 Best Waterfalls in the Midwest You Need to Visit

July 22, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best waterfalls in the Midwest? I've got you. From the towering waterfalls of Michigan's Upper …

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a sign in chicago marking the beginning of historic route 66 one of the best midwest road trips

15 Best Midwest Road Trips for Your Bucket List

July 21, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Midwest road trips are one of the best ways to discover the charming small towns, scenic byways, spectacular state parks …

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Filed Under: Food And Drink, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Outdoor Adventures, South Dakota, Things To Do, Wisconsin Tagged With: Midwest, Midwest Road Trips, Travel, United States

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