Welcome to Michigan - a land of sparkling blue waters, untamed wilderness and warm hospitality.

More than 3,200 miles of Great Lakes shoreline define MichiganŐs boundaries and influence the seasons that support a variety of activities. Michigan is revered for its vibrant fall colour and bountiful harvest. The multi-hued reds of sugar maples, the sun-inspired yellow of birch and poplar and the deep royal purples of oak splash against the indigo blue of the Great Lakes. Hundreds of roadside farmers markets and u-pick orchards and more than 30 wineries dot the landscape providing easy access to the seasonŐs freshest produce and fruit from the vine.

Lakes, campgrounds, wildlife refuges and nearly 100 state parks and recreation areas are scattered throughout both peninsulas of the state, creating a wide variety of recreational activities. Thousands of miles of hiking, biking and riding trails that thread through millions of forested acres.

Michigan also has more public golf courses than any other state in the nation (more than 900). Some of the worldŐs best courses await - including designs by golf greats Arthur Hills, Tom Weiskopf and Arnold Palmer.

Downhill skiers seek out MichiganŐs more than 40 downhill facilities and resorts beginning in November, when abundant lake-effect snow squalls kick into high gear.