Michigan is dually noted for its industrial cities and its pristine forests. Bounded by four of the Great Lakes, Michigan has the longest state shoreline in the continental United States. No matter where you are in Michigan you are no more than 6 miles from an inland lake or 85 miles from one of the Great Lakes. The state consists of more than 11,000 inland lakes and more than 36,000 miles of rivers and streams. The beauty of its natural terrain makes Michigan a draw for tourists and nature lovers.
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