If you happen to be in Michigan, there is a state ... is difficult and steep — not ideal for beginners. Marked in brown, the ...

with its dunes and striking views of Lake Michigan, to be absolutely stunning. Travelers who explored the dunes did say that climbing them is no joke; they are pretty steep to climb continuously ...

Video by Chicago photographer Craig Shimala shows swimmers taking the icy plunge at both North Avenue Beach and Ohio Street ...

Ice formations along the Lake Michigan shoreline may be tempting to explore, but are dangerous. Avalanche is a possibility on steep ... forests and beaches, but officials suggest staying near ...