{"id":27413,"date":"2018-07-11T03:00:08","date_gmt":"2018-07-11T03:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/?p=27413"},"modified":"2018-07-11T03:00:08","modified_gmt":"2018-07-11T03:00:08","slug":"swimming-lakes-near-ann-arbor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/swimming-lakes-near-ann-arbor\/","title":{"rendered":"The 15 Swimming Holes Near Ann Arbor You Need to Visit This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Grand-Haven.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-27473\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-27473\" src=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Grand-Haven.png\" alt=\"Swimming beaches and lake near Ann Arbor Michigan\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Grand-Haven.png 750w, https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Grand-Haven-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our home state of Michigan \u2014\u00a0The Great Lakes State \u2014\u00a0borders four of the Great Lakes and contains more than 11,000 inland lakes. So, when you\u2019re looking for a summer swimming destination, this is a good place to be. <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And in the communities around Ann Arbor, we get to take advantage of countless swim beaches, state parks and pristine waters. To help you on your water-themed summer adventures, we rounded up a handful of the best options around Ann Arbor. From just a few minutes away to about two hours away on the shores of Lake Michigan, these should all be on your summer bucket list!<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washtenaw.org\/424\/Independence-Lake-Park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Independence Lake Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Whitmore Lake <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 12 miles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">|<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Independence+Lake+County+Park\/@42.4019646,-83.7993634,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88234d23d934aa9b:0xac82e9eaaca887ab!8m2!3d42.4019607!4d-83.7971747\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Indep-Lake.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-27503\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-27503\" src=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Indep-Lake.png\" alt=\"Swimming beaches and lake near Ann Arbor Michigan\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Indep-Lake.png 750w, https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Indep-Lake-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washtenaw.org\/288\/Parks-Recreation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Washtenaw County Parks &amp; Recreation Commission<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operated by the Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission, Independence Lake Park offers countless, year-round attractions. During the summer months, the park\u2019s 360 acres feature trails for biking and hiking as well as fishing, boating and swimming in Independence Lake. Featuring both a small dock and a boat launch, you can take off in your kayak or leap off the dock into the water. When you\u2019re done, you can sunbathe on the beach or continue the water-themed fun at Blue Heron Bay Spray Park, which features water canons, geysers and water slides.<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washtenaw.org\/607\/Rolling-Hills-County-Park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rolling Hills Park<\/a> | Ypsilanti<\/h3>\n<p><em>Distance from Ann Arbor: 14 miles <\/em>|<em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Rolling+Hills+Park\/@42.176125,-83.650879,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x883ca6f8c1e740dd:0x410e1a55afa3e7a5!8m2!3d42.176121!4d-83.648685\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get directions<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nYpsilanti\u2019s Rolling Hills Park is a 439-acre park and one of the most recreational-diverse destinations in Washtenaw County. Anyone looking for swimming adventures and water-themed fun can enjoy a splash in the waves, a float on the lazy river, or a ride down the slides of the Water Park.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vanburen-mi.org\/parks-and-recreation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Van Buren Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Belleville <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 16 miles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">| <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Van+Buren+Park+Beach\/@42.2126614,-83.5271393,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x883b575f12918505:0x60fd702f366d1333!8m2!3d42.2126574!4d-83.5249506\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Van Buren Park Beach is one of Southeast Michigan\u2019s most popular spots for lake swimming. Just a 20 minute drive from Ypsilanti, the entire park offers hiking trails, three play structures, picnic areas, pavilions, horseshoe pits, a volleyball court, a basketball court, grills, a community garden, restrooms and, of course, the beach with its own concession stand for snacks and refreshments!<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigandnr.com\/parksandtrails\/details.aspx?id=484&amp;type=SPRK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinckney State Recreation Area<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Pinckney <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 20 miles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">| <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Pinckney+Recreation+Area\/@42.4119857,-83.9677766,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x882334b7b4c00923:0x8421c9839a7ba11!8m2!3d42.4119818!4d-83.9655879\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Fins.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-27463\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-27463\" src=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Fins.png\" alt=\"Swimming beaches and lake near Ann Arbor Michigan\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Fins.png 750w, https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Fins-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covering a whopping 11,000 acres, Pinckney State Recreation Area is one of our favorite outdoor destinations in the Ann Arbor area. Known for its extensive trail system and chain of excellent fishing lakes, the park also offers over forty miles of multi-use trails, picnicking, playgrounds, beaches, a concession stand, boat launches and rowboat, canoe, paddle boat and kayak rentals.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For swimmers, there are two public beaches, one at Silver Lake and one at Halfmoon Lake. A third beach at Bruin Lake is only open to campers and you can <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigandnr.com\/parksandtrails\/details.aspx?id=484&amp;type=SPRK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">see a list of available campgrounds here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigandnr.com\/parksandtrails\/details.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brighton Recreation Area<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Howell <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 19 miles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">| <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Brighton+Recreation+Area\/@42.5103237,-83.8652467,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8823492790ec7ba9:0x58af02ae906337b!8m2!3d42.5103198!4d-83.863058\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covering 4,947 acres, Brighton Recreation Area is a hilly, outdoor paradise interspersed with a number of picturesque lakes. The best swimming lake can be found at Bishop Lake. The remodeled, universally accessible beach features a beach house with vending machines, picnic shelters and a sand volleyball court. <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the lake and beach attractions, Bishop Lake is also home to Jump Island! This lake waterpark features an inflatable iceberg, inflatable slides, runways and more so you can slide, run, walk and play atop the water.<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigandnr.com\/parksandtrails\/Details.aspx?type=SPRK&amp;id=506\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waterloo Recreation Area<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Chelsea <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 22 miles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">| <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Waterloo+State+Recreation+Area\/@42.3335909,-84.1083917,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x883cd386309fe53f:0x6d7b6e96990ecc61!8m2!3d42.333587!4d-84.106203\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Jump.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-27483\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-27483\" src=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Jump.png\" alt=\"Swimming beaches and lake near Ann Arbor Michigan\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Jump.png 750w, https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Jump-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The largest park in the Lower Peninsula, Waterloo Recreation Area consists of more than 20,000 acres. Across these grounds, you\u2019ll find two modern campgrounds, a rustic campground, an equestrian campground, swimming beaches, several picnic sites, 11 fishing lakes, eight boat launches, 12 miles of interpretive nature trails, 47 miles of hiking trails, four rustic cabins, a yurt, equestrian trails, mountain biking trails, and the Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day-use swimmers should head to the public beach at the Portage Lake Unit. And registered campers can also take a dip at the beach accessible from the Sugarloaf Campground.<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigandnr.com\/parksandtrails\/Details.aspx?id=462&amp;type=SPRK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Island Lake Recreation Area<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Brighton<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 22 miles<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Island+Lake+State+Recreation+Area\/@42.4985877,-83.7201564,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x882350e3823dff25:0xd0cb40689e9ee045!8m2!3d42.4985838!4d-83.7179677\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions <\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At 4,000 acres, Island Lake Recreation Area offers a bit of northern Michigan just 30 minutes from Ann Arbor. In addition to mountain biking, hiking, boating and fishing areas, you\u2019ll find two beaches available for swimming. There\u2019s one at Kent Lake and one at Spring Mill Pond, a spring fed pond with more than 100 feet of sandy beach!<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.metroparks.com\/parks\/kensington-metropark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kensington Metropark<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Milford <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 25 miles<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Kensington+Metropark\/@42.5411475,-83.639624,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x882359d062028f7d:0x6236a166e24c0f3c!8m2!3d42.5411436!4d-83.6374353\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Boy.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-27443\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-27443\" src=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Boy.png\" alt=\"Swimming beaches and lake near Ann Arbor Michigan\" width=\"750\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Boy.png 750w, https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Boy-300x267.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just 40 minutes from Ann Arbor directly above Island Lake Recreation Area, Kensington Metropark is one of the most popular parks in the state of Michigan. Throughout 4,486 acres, you\u2019ll find an 18-hole golf course, a 27-hole disc golf course, a nature center, a farm center, beautiful picnic areas as well as scenic hiking and biking trails for hours of enjoyment. <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And, on the 1,200-acre Kent Lake, you can swim at Martindale or Maple beaches, get soaked at the Splash \u2018n\u2019 Blast, or just spend the day fishing, boating and picnicking along the water.<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigandnr.com\/parksandtrails\/Details.aspx?id=455&amp;type=SPRK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highland Recreation Area<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | White Lake <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 37 miles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">| <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Highland+Recreation+Area\/@42.6485486,-83.5467627,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8824a1ae862ca6c1:0xf022ad70c371e82c!8m2!3d42.6485447!4d-83.544574\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offering 5,900 acres of forest, marshes and lakes in the rolling hills of Southern Michigan, Highland Recreation Area is a destination for equestrian riders, mountain bikers, hikers and boaters during the summer months. Boat access can be found on four lakes within the park for fishing and recreational boating and swimmers can enjoy the public beach on Teeple Lake!<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigandnr.com\/parksandtrails\/details.aspx?id=492&amp;type=SPRK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seven Lakes State Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Holly<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 43 miles<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Seven+Lakes+State+Park\/@42.8169089,-83.6503439,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88236379c3be8ee1:0x36de9bf20f7f2bf7!8m2!3d42.816905!4d-83.6481552\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An hour north of Ann Arbor, Seven Lakes State Park is made up of farmland, rolling hills, forested land and 230 acres of water. During the summer months, you can rent or bring row boats, canoes and paddle boats, or embark on a hike across more than six miles of trails. Near the swim beach, you\u2019ll find a boat launch, a concession stand for snacks, restrooms and changing courts as well as horseshoes, volleyball and playground equipment!<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southhaven.com\/events-things-to-do\/beaches-parks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South Beach Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | South Haven<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 140 miles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">| <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/South+Beach+Public+Park\/@42.4015394,-86.2869089,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8810ac90612a7ded:0x69efc8fa3061173f!8m2!3d42.4015355!4d-86.2847202\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most popular beaches for swimming along the southern shores of Lake Michigan, South Beach Park offers concessions, a playground and historic memorials in addition to the sandy swimming beach. Just steps from the beach, visitors can enjoy the skatepark or walk out onto the pier to watch the sunset against the beautiful South Haven Lighthouse.<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigandnr.com\/parksandtrails\/Details.aspx?type=SPRK&amp;id=449\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grand Haven State Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | Grand Haven<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Ann Arbor: 165 miles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">| <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Grand+Haven+State+Park\/@43.0556297,-86.250244,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8819809871194045:0x49b03ed4a17fba07!8m2!3d43.0556258!4d-86.2480553\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get directions<\/span><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Grand-Haven.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-27473\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-27473\" src=\"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Grand-Haven.png\" alt=\"Swimming beaches and lake near Ann Arbor Michigan\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Grand-Haven.png 750w, https:\/\/228oakbrook.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Grand-Haven-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Within three hours of Ann Arbor, Grand Haven State Park is the furthest on our list, but offers some of the best views. The 48 acre park consists entirely of sandy beach with Lake Michigan bordering on the east and Grand River bordering on the north. From the beach, you can dip your toes in the water and enjoy scenic views of Lake Michigan and the Grand Haven pier and lighthouse.<\/span><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just keep swimming! <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the comments below, let us know where you\u2019re headed this summer. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our home state of Michigan \u2014\u00a0The Great Lakes State \u2014\u00a0borders four of the Great Lakes and contains more than 11,000 inland lakes. So, when you\u2019re looking for a summer swimming destination, this is a good place to be. 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