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Access to River, Lake or Stream
(show activities)Easily acccessible entry/exit points for boating (kayak, canoe, sail or power boat).
Alternate Boat Access
Launching of portable water craft is available but with less than ideal conditions (e.g. steep slopes or wading required)
Boating
Publicly accessible waterway where boats may be used
Canoeing
Location of accessible entry/exit points, as well as places that offer great sightseeing for a canoer - different rivers/streams/lakes
Carry-In Boat Access
A beach or other feature is available that allows for launch of portable water craft.
Developed Boat Access
Access to water is available with a public boat ramp or dock.
Fishing
Areas known for species of fish or an abundance of fish
Kayaking
Location of accessible entry/exit points, as well as places that offer great sightseeing for a kayaker - different rivers/streams/lakes
Sailing
Accessible entry/exits points for a sailboat or places where one can rent a sailboat
Scuba Diving
Location of sites that are popular for underwater exploration
Beach
(show activities)Accessible shores of a body of water, especially when sandy or pebbly
Kite Boarding
Open waters for enjoying kite boarding in high wind conditions
Swimming
Birding Sites
Places where birds can be observed
Campground
(show activities)A place to camp in tents or RVs
Improved Camping
An area used for setting up a tent or or parking a vehicle temporarily that offer services such as electrical hookups, restrooms and showers
Rustic Camping
An area where a group of people or an individual is lodged in a tent or tents or other temporary means of shelter
Culture
(show activities)Places that define us and give visitors a sense of time and place
Music and Theater Performances
Native American Cultural Event
Places to view or partake in the gathering of the North American Natives where they honor their people
Recurring Cultural Event
Demonstrations of traditions, reinactments, etc.
Education
Site offers interpretation, educational information
Historic Site
(show activities)Location of sites that have importance in or influence on the local history of the area - important, unusual, or interesting sites
Guided Tours
Guided tours of this location are offered
Self-Guided Touring
Signs, brochures or recordings help visitors understand this location
Land Formation
Location of accessible sand dunes, rocks, sinkholes, and other naturally occuring formations
Lighthouse
Location of a lighthouse, a tower or other structure displaying a very bright light for the guidance of ships
Migration Waypoint
Known location to view recurring migration
Museum
Historic museums related to the history or culture of the area - maritime, logging, historic, etc
Native American
Areas that are important to Native American History - location of publically shared Native American sites
Natural Area or Preserve
An area of public land which has been preserved in a natural state
Natural Feature
(show activities)Places where interesting examples of natural events or species can be readily observed
Animal Viewing
Places where specific animal species are especially likely to be found
Geology
View interesting features of Michigan's geologic past
Insect Viewing
Places where specific insect species are likely to be found
Plant Community Viewing
A place to explore a particular community of plant types
Plant Viewing
A place to find a specific species of wild plant
Water Feature Viewing
Places where interesting examples of the critical role water plays in our natural environment can be observed
Other
(show activities)This asset does not fit into existing attraction categories.
ADA Accessible
This location has design features providing ADA-level accessibility.
Boat Storage
Storage for canoes or kayaks is available at this location.
Fee
A fee must be paid for access to this location.
Lighting
Artificial lighting is provided at this location.
Parking
An area for parking vehicles is available.
Power
Electricity is available at this location.
Restrooms
This location provides publicly accessible restrooms.
Shelter
A shelter is provided for temporary refuge from the weather, not for overnight use.
Water
Potable water is available for consumption at this location.
WiFi
Wireless Internet access is available at this location.
Park
(show activities)An area of land, usually in a largely natural state, for the enjoyment of the public, usually having facilities for rest and recreation
Birding
Areas known for species of birds or migratory places for birds
Earthcaching
Special sites or places that people can visit to learn about a unique geoscience feature or aspect of our Earth
Fossil Collecting
Geocaching
Areas good for an outdoor treasure-hunting activity in which the participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers
Hiking
Accessible trails to hike through natural areas
Hunting
Picnicing
Tables or shelters are provided for a picnic
Sledding
Snowshoeing
Accessible trails where one can walk on the snow
Wildlife Watching
Areas known for an abundance of animals or areas prone to certain species of animal
Scenic View Area
(show activities)
Scenic Viewing
Places where views of unmatched beauty can be enjoyed
Shipwreck
Location of accessible remains of a wrecked ship
Sports Facility
Outdoor or indoor facilities for sports and other recreational activities, such as ball parks, swimming pools, ice arenas, gyms
Trail
(show activities)Accessible hiking, biking, skiing, birding or paddling trails.
Biking
Accessible paved/unpaved trails to road/mountain bike and which are adjacent to or within natural areas
Cross-Country Skiing
Accessible cross country trails - place where one can glide on skis for a long period of time
Dog Sledding
Routes used to travel by dogsled
Horseback Riding
Places that offer horseback riding or the location of places that people can bring their horses to ride
Trailhead
A location offering access to a trail network.
Visitor Center
Places to introduce or inform visitors about regional opportunities
Wildlife Refuge or Sanctuary
Places that that provide protection for species from hunting, predation or competition
Wildlife Viewing Area
Public place where wildlife can be viewed on a regular basis
