Lake Michigan +Persieds
August, 2023
Finding a place to camp directly on the lake is special, and the perfect spot to watch a meteor shower. You feel like you’re in a globe looking up and out at a sky full of stars. Every August, the Perseids put on a show. They never disapoint, so grab a friend, a tent and lots of blankets and sit out to watch!
My advice this year? Set up around midnight and bring along some snacks. Your eyes will need about 20 minutes to adjust fully to the dark, so be patient, it’s worth it. The moon’s gonna be bright this year (2025), so the best time will probably be after it sets, closer to dawn. That said, there are always bright ones you’ll still be able to see.
About the Perseids
This shower happens every year from late July through late August, but it peaks around August 12–13. You can catch up to 50–100 shooting stars per hour… seriously, it’s incredible. For the best views, head out somewhere away from city lights, like Sleeping Bear Dunes, Headlands Dark Sky Park near Mackinaw City, or Lake Hudson Recreation Area.
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