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  Michigan is a land of wonder, bountiful recreational opportunities and magnificent scenery. With more than 11,000 freshwater lakes, thousands of fish-filled streams and more freshwater shoreline than any state in the country, the Wolverine state offers an unlimited amount of wheelchair weekend getaways. Plan your mini-Michigan vacation. You will enjoy a pleasant weekend anytime of the year.
  
  

Train Travel

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  Take the train. Trains are handicapped accessible and provide reliable and adventurous travel to many destinations throughout Michigan. The friendly staff is helpful and accommodating to travelers who are physically restricted and will do everything it can to make sure the journey is pleasant and worry free. Enjoy incredible fall foliage tours across the Upper Peninsula or travel by train to visit friends and family. Visit the Amtrak website (amtrak.com) or call a service representative at 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) or TDD/TTY (1-800-523-6590) for scheduled tour dates.
  
  

Tour the Wolverine State by Van

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  Tour the Wolverine state in a wheelchair-accessible van. Visit some of the many lakes and view the fall foliage in comfort from a specially equipped van. The friendly and helpful staff at Wheelchair Getaways understands the special needs of wheelchair customers. The vans are all late model units with every feature designed for the comfort of the customers. They serve all of Michigan with delivery available.
  
  Wheelchair Getaways
  P.O. Box 1098
  Mukilteo, WA 98275
  Toll-free: 800-536-5518
  425-353-8213
  wheelchairgetaways.com
  
  Several fine companies in Michigan offer wheelchair-accessible van rentals.
  
  Mobility Works Inc.
  1965 E. Avis
  Madison Heights MI 48071
  248-616-3004
  Toll-free: 800-638-8267
  mobilityworks.com
  
  Creative Controls works with dealers all across the United States. Contact its helpful staff for rental and delivery of a special needs van anywhere in Michigan.
  
  Creative Controls Inc.
  1470 Souter
  Troy MI 48083
  248-577-9800
  Toll-free: 800-539-7237
  creativecontrolsinc.com
  
  

Wheelchair-accessible Bed-and-Breakfasts

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  Bed-and-breakfasts provide a delightful, romantic weekend getaway. Lakeside Inn, family owned since 1939, is located on beautiful White Lake. Spectacular water front dining is a perfect way to end the evening.
  
  Lakeside Inn Resort
  5700 N. Scenic Drive
  Whitehall, MI 49461
  231-893-8315
  http://www.lakesideinn.net
  
  A delightful bed and breakfast accommodation, J. Paules Fenn Inn, built at the turn of the century and listed in the National Register of Historic Places, provides quiet comfort and delight amenities.
  
  J. Paules Fenn Inn
  2254 S. 58th
  Saugatuck, MI 49408
  Phone: 269-561-2836
  bbonline.com/mi/jpaules
  
  

Lake Boat Tours

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  Relax and enjoy the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore from the cozy comfort of safe, secure and wheelchair-accessible cruise boats. Spectacular views include the sandstone cliffs, sand dunes, beaches and waterfalls of the Lake Superior Shoreline. The 37-mile journey will delight viewers of all ages.
  
  Pictured Rocks Cruises
  P.O. Box 355
  100 W. City Park Drive
  Munising, MI 49862
  Toll-free: 800-650-2379
  906-387-2379
  picturedrocks.com