Great Lakes USA

The Great Lakes is the largest expanse of freshwater in the world with a unique and diverse landscape. This region which is the size of continental Europe includes the U.S. states of Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. (Indiana and Pensylvania are no longer members of the association)

Great Cities
Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Detroit, Minneapolis/Saint Paul/Bloomington, Milwaukee, are unique cities with varied history and cultural backdrops that make a great starting point for travel to the region.

Great Fun & Festivals
No matter what your interests are you can do it in the Great Lakes: outdoor sports of all kinds, including canoeing, golfing, mountain biking, hiking, dog sledding, fishing, swimming, sailing, skiing and snowmobiling. For those who like less physical pursuits you can shop, attend blues and jazz festivals, watch the best of autoracing, sunbathe, watch the sunsets, stay in a charming bed and breakfast or a stylish resort, sightsee in the vibrant cities or meet new friends in the many small towns throughout the region.

Come and experience the vast array of activities in the Great Lakes USA region!