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Hikes & Brews

Best Hikes and Breweries in Harbor Country (Southwest Michigan Trails + Beer Guide) Looking for the best hikes and breweries in Harbor Country, Michigan? Just minutes from Union Pier and Garden Grove Inn, these scenic trails and local craft breweries… Read more
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Summer Bucket List

Summer is short, and there is so much to do!  I always like to make a summer bucket list so that I can make sure to squeeze it all in, before summer flies by. What's on your summer bucket list? Here's ours... 🛶 Kayak the Galien River, rentals a… Read more
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Local U-Pick Farms | Southwest Michigan

  While you can visit a farmer's market for produce, you can shorten the supply chain even further: grab a basket and venture into the fields at a U-Pick Farm. Here are some of the many DIY farms nearest to Garden Grove Inn. If you'd rath… Read more
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Summer Events for 2026 in Harbor Country, Michigan

🌷 Spring & Summer Events in Harbor Country, Michigan - Your 2026 Guide Planning a getaway to Harbor Country in Southwest Michigan? Just a short drive from Chicago, and much of the midwest, this lakeshore destination is known for stunning sunse… Read more
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Southwest Michigan Wine Guide: Best Wineries Near Union Pier

Sip Your Way Through the Lake Michigan Shore AVA A Wine Lover’s Guide to The Best Wineries Near Garden Grove Inn in Union Pier Southwest Michigan isn’t just beaches and sunsets—it’s one of the most exciting wine regions in the Midwest. When you stay… Read more
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Local Farmer's Markets | Southwest Michigan

Harbor Country Farmers Markets & Fresh Produce Guide (Southwest Michigan) Looking for the best farmers markets in Harbor Country, Michigan? Thanks to its ideal location along Lake Michigan, this region offers some of the richest growing condition… Read more
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Unique Activities in Southwest Michigan | Harbor Country

Did you think Harbor Country was only good for bikes, hikes, beer and wine? Think again! This area is full of all kinds of activities - and there is something for everyone! Here are some of our favorite unique activities so that you can ret… Read more
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Biking Through Harbor Country

Just a short drive from Chicago, Michigan's Harbor Country is one of the best places to enjoy the outdoors. And, seeing the sites on two wheels can't be beat! Harbor Country is home to the annual Apple Cider Century bike ride every Septemb… Read more
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Best Winter Activities in Harbor Country (Southwest Michigan)

We've created a round-up of the best winter activities in Harbor Country. Check out our list of fun things to do in Southwest Michigan this winter. Of course, cozy up in a jacuzzi tub or by a fireplace in one of our comfy rooms! Five of our se… Read more