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Moon Michigan

Lakeside Getaways, Scenic Drives, Outdoor Adventure

Contributors

By Paul Vachon

By Moon Travel Guides

Formats and Prices

On Sale
Dec 8, 2026
Page Count
424 pages
Publisher
Moon Travel
ISBN-13
9798886472103

Price

$24.99

Price

$32.99 CAD

Format

Format:

  1. Trade Paperback (Revised) $24.99 $32.99 CAD
  2. ebook (Revised) $13.99 $17.99 CAD

Local author Paul Vachon reveals the best of the Great Lake State’s charming small towns, vibrant cities, and vast, untouched wilderness with Moon Michigan. Inside you’ll find:
  • Strategic, flexible itineraries, including an epic road trip to see the best of Michigan
  • Unique experiences and can’t-miss sights: Get your fill of vintage vehicles at Detroit’s industrial museums, like the GM Showroom or the historic Ford House, or immerse yourself in the sounds of the Motown Museum. Watch hundreds of technicolor butterflies in the Original Butterfly House, nibble on rich fudge, and unwind with a romantic carriage ride on Mackinac Island. Browse the art galleries of Ann Arbor, sip chardonnay on a scenic tour of wine country, or explore Michigan’s booming craft beer scene along an ale trail
  • The best outdoor activities: Embark on Michigan’s best hikes, from family-friendly day treks to rugged dune-scaling adventures. Hit the links at the top golf resorts, cruise along the Pictured Rocks, or relax on a serene, sunny beach. Spend a day fishing and boating and spot moose, elk, and black bears in their natural habitats. Set up camp under a crystal-clear summer sky or cross-country ski through pristine winter snow
  • Expert advice from Detroit local Paul Vachon on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, from campsites and motels to golf resorts and lakeside lodges
  • Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
  • Thorough information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history
With Moon’s local insight and practical tips, you can experience Michigan your way.

About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can’t wait to share their favorite places with you.

For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.


Paul Vachon

About the Author

Lifelong Michigander Paul Vachon’s introduction to the Upper Peninsula was a childhood trip to the fascinating Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie. From that point forward, he developed a love for travel in general, and for Michigan in particular. Over the years, Paul has visited virtually every corner of the Great Lakes State. One of his favorite pastimes is heading “up north” on I-75 to any of a myriad of Michigan destinations. Paul has also traveled extensively within and outside of the United States. His international destinations have included the U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Guatemala, Denmark, Italy, Israel, and Egypt.

Paul began his writing career in 2008 and covers topics as diverse as travel, Detroit history, business, education, and green living. He is the author of three books on Detroit-area history: Forgotten Detroit, South Oakland County, and Legendary Locals of Detroit.

Paul lives with his wife, Sheryl, and their son, Evan, in Oak Park, a suburb of Detroit. You can learn more about Paul by visiting his website, paulvachonwrites.com.

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Moon

Moon Travel Guides

About the Author

Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can’t wait to share their favorite places with you.

For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

Learn more about this author