13 Scenic Michigan State Parks for Stargazing, Hiking, and Boating on Turquoise Waters

"Bay City is one of the Wolverine State’s more progressive and inclusive parks, offering electric vehicle charging stations and an accessible fishing pier and trails. The paths range in length from 1.35 to 3.3 miles, with multiple wheelchair-friendly viewing platforms. Tobico Marsh, one of the last freshwater coastal wetlands on the Great Lakes, is particularly photogenic, with two four-story observation towers for nailing that perfect shot. If you want to try your hand at fishing, the Tobico Lagoon is loaded with carp, bass, pike, and panfish. For children, there's the “Play by The Bay" accessible playground featuring decorative cattails, mushroom stepping stones, acorn-shaped seats, and realistic-looking rock walls and logs. Don’t forget to stop by the ranger station to borrow an “explorer pack” stuffed with a compass, binoculars, and other tools for outdoor learning."