Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse
Looking for a spring adventure in the Upper Peninsula? Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse, pronounced Sis-shwa, is beautiful any time of year. If you go during operating hours, you can take the full tour, and climb to the top of the light tower. Just be sure to watch out for any “cigar smoke” from the lighthouse keeper’s ghost — this one is notoriously known for being haunted! And be to sure to grab a bite in the little town of Manistique nearby! ⚓️
THE TULIP FIELDS
One of my favorite spring traditions is to head down to Holland in West Michigan to check out the tulip fields. There are two places I rotate between — Windmill Island and Veldheer Tulip Gardens. Either way, you’ll see rows and rows of gorgeous tulips and can experience some of the Dutch culture. Pro tip… head there on a weeknight instead of a weekend during Tulip Time to avoid some of the crowds! 🌷
MONET GARDEN IN MUSKEGON
This pink blooming tree at the Monet Garden in Muskegon is… stunning, every year. The garden is an adorable little pocket park in downtown Muskegon, inspired by France’s famous Giverny gardens. It was transformed from a vacant lot, and has a little replica of the famous Japanese bridge from Giverny, painted in its signature color. An adorable spot to check out the fish pond, sit on a bench or take some photos!
One of my favorite trees to visit when I’m in West Michigan in May! (This is at the Monet Garden little pocket park in downtown Muskegon.) I usually come down every time this year, because the Upper Peninsula is slow to bloom and see spring… but everything is in full bloom downstate! I absolutely love coming to downtown Muskegon. Just… the history! The architecture! Things to do! This little park! It’s truly just such a cool downtown. But yeah, an annual must-see for me is this tree. It’s just so pretty! 🌸