Michigan, however you want it.

Michigan, known as the Great Lakes State, is located in the Midwestern region of the United States. It is the 10th most populous state, with approximately 10 million residents, and the 11th largest by area, covering approximately 96,716 square miles. The state is bordered by four of the five Great Lakes: Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, and Lake Erie, as well as sharing a land border with Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio. Michigan is divided into two peninsulas - the Upper Peninsula and the Lower Peninsula - which are connected by the iconic Mackinac Bridge. Geographically, Michigan is characterized by its extensive shoreline, boasting more than 3,200 miles of freshwater coastline, the longest of any state in the country. The state is also home to more than 11,000 inland lakes and 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, making it a haven for water enthusiasts. The Upper Peninsula is known for its dense forests, rugged terrain, and scenic beauty, while the Lower Peninsula features a mix of urban centers, agricultural land, and picturesque coastal towns. Michigan boasts a rich history, with Native American tribes such as the Ojibwe, Ottawa, and Potawatomi inhabiting the region for thousands of years before European exploration.