A boy in a wheelchair and his family on a bridge over a river

Accessible Travel

IN MICHIGAN, EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Michigan prides itself on continuing to create a welcoming and accessible environment for visitors with disabilities.

With a growing number of accessible parks, trails and recreational activities, as well as sensory-friendly events and attractions, Michigan invites everyone to create unforgettable memories here. Start exploring how to create the perfect vacation for your specific needs.

Outdoor Activities Slideshow
Accessible Outdoors at Michigan State Parks

Michigan's state parks have a variety of accessible outdoor activities for travelers to enjoy. From kayak launches to trails and campsites to fishing piers, the opportunities for adventure are endless. 

Accessible Recreation at Michigan State Parks
Lower Tahquamenon Falls Island Bridge Project

Learn how the accessible, 142-foot-long bridge was built at the Lower Tahquamenon Falls. 

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Fresh Spices | Fall in Michigan

Immerse yourself in a crescendo of colors and experience the fresh flavors of the season this fall in Pure Michigan.

Experience Fall in Pure Michigan
Accessible Skiing in Michigan
A man on adaptive skis going down a ski hill

Michigan is the birthplace of organized skiing. Explore ski resorts and programs where everyone can enjoy the thrill of this winter activity.

Challenge Mountain
Michigan Adaptive Sports
Mt. Brighton Adaptive Sports Program
Moving Mountains Adaptive Program
Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park

Under the Radar: Lansing

On this awesome episode of UTR, we show you why Lansing is so accessible. We’ll hit Heritage Hall at the Capital, Impression 5 Science Center, and play at Michigan’s All-Inclusive Playground. We’ll even take you to High Caliber Karting for a handicapable go-kart. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Lansing so inclusive.

Fresh Start | Winter in Pure Michigan

With numerous winter festivals, ski resorts and more than 6500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, it's easy to warm up to winter. Keep it Fresh all winter long in Pure Michigan.

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Accessible Outdoors at Michigan State Parks

Michigan's state parks have a variety of accessible outdoor activities for travelers to enjoy. From kayak launches to trails and campsites to fishing piers, the opportunities for adventure are endless. 

Accessible Recreation at Michigan State Parks
Lower Tahquamenon Falls Island Bridge Project

Learn how the accessible, 142-foot-long bridge was built at the Lower Tahquamenon Falls. 

Learn More
Fresh Spices | Fall in Michigan

Immerse yourself in a crescendo of colors and experience the fresh flavors of the season this fall in Pure Michigan.

Experience Fall in Pure Michigan
Accessible Skiing in Michigan
A man on adaptive skis going down a ski hill

Michigan is the birthplace of organized skiing. Explore ski resorts and programs where everyone can enjoy the thrill of this winter activity.

Challenge Mountain
Michigan Adaptive Sports
Mt. Brighton Adaptive Sports Program
Moving Mountains Adaptive Program
Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park

Under the Radar: Lansing

On this awesome episode of UTR, we show you why Lansing is so accessible. We’ll hit Heritage Hall at the Capital, Impression 5 Science Center, and play at Michigan’s All-Inclusive Playground. We’ll even take you to High Caliber Karting for a handicapable go-kart. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Lansing so inclusive.

Fresh Start | Winter in Pure Michigan

With numerous winter festivals, ski resorts and more than 6500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, it's easy to warm up to winter. Keep it Fresh all winter long in Pure Michigan.

Learn More
Curb Free with Cory Lee Feature
Curb Free with Cory Lee
Corey Lee using a Track Chair on a beach in Muskegon.

Cory Lee has been sharing his travels from around the world through his inspiring travel blog, Curb Free with Cory Lee. See where he's visited in the Great Lakes State to inspire your next getaway. 

Ann Arbor 
Detroit 
Grand Rapids 
Ludington 
Marquette 
Muskegon

Destinations

Greater Lansing Area

Interior of the Michigan State Capitol dome

Muskegon

A man sitting in a track chair on a beach in Muskegon

Detroit

Comerica Park with stands full of people.

Traverse City

A woman on a mobility scooter by the shore in Traverse City

Blue Water Area

accessible beach chair at the county park

Escanaba

Historic buildings at Fayette State Park.

Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island coastline

Marquette

The iron ore dock in Marquette's Upper Harbor.

Charlevoix

Charlevoix South Pier Light Station along shoreline of Lake Michigan.

Grand Rapids

families in the museum, one family has a wheelchair member
Attractions & Experiences

Sensory-Friendly Fun in Lansing

Water Exhibit at Impression 5 Science Center

Visit The Henry Ford Museum

Go Wild at The Detroit Zoo

Penguin at Detroit Zoo

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

A buddha head sculpture sitting in a bed of plants.

Canopy Walk at Dow Gardens

A canopy walk high up in the trees.

Tour the Quincy Mines

Two men in helmets walking through Quincy Mine
Michigan State Parks

State Parks with Track Chairs

A woman walking beside a man in a track chair through a forest

Accessible Kayak Launches

Man using wheelchair accessible boat launch to launch a kayak.

Color Blind Scenic Viewers

Lake of the Clouds surrounded by lush forests

Universally Accessible Ocqueoc Falls

Ocqueoc Falls

Accessible Beaches at State Parks

Accessible path Traverse Beach.
Michigan's National Parks

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

People on Dune overlooking Lake Michigan

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Sandstone cliffs over Lake Superior

Isle Royale

Isle Royale National Park

River Raisin National Battlefield Park

Woman dressed in historical clothes for reenactment

Keweenaw National Historical Park

Quincy Mine at Keweenaw National Historical Park
Detroit Metro Airport Information
Accessibility at Detroit Metro Airport
A sign giving instructions for how to suspend lights and sounds in McNamara tunnel.

If you're flying into Detroit, there are a variety of accessible services and options available for specific traveler needs.

The McNamara tunnel, which features an experience of colored lights and sound, can be temporarily suspended for a sensory-friendly environment. 

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Accessibility Resources

Below are additional tools to help you plan your Pure Michigan getaway. If you still can't find what you're looking for, there are a variety of ways for you to contact us for more information and assistance.

Man in wheelchair on paved path through old growth forest
Disability Network / Michigan
Transportation
Service Animal Information
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