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The two RV Gypsies' road trip
through a Scenic Michigan Getaway:
M-119 Tunnel of Trees,
a premiere Michigan attraction
June 19, 2013
USA map showing location of Michiganmap of Michigan showing location of The Tunnel of Trees

Michigan's M-119, also known as the Tunnel of Trees, is one great road and a must-experience Michigan attraction. A magical, scenic road, the Tunnel of Trees has been ranked among the most scenic roads in the state and holds its own with the great natural beauties of the entire nation. The Tunnel of Trees is a narrow road that runs along a spectacular bluff overlooking Lake Michigan. It weaves up and around, with especially sharp twists at Devil's Elbow (reputed to be haunted by an evil spirit and voices after dark) and more sharp twists at Horseshoe Curve (Horseshoe Bend).

Tunnel of Trees sign M-119 scenic Heritage Route
the road and trees on The Tunnel of Trees

The name M-119 really is a tunnel of trees, with hardwoods and evergreens crowding up to the edge of the road, their crowns knit into a comforting ceiling over motorists and bicyclists below. But this is not like a tunnel through a mountain where the view is basically the inside of a cave. M-119 offers glimpses into the forest and glimpses of Lake Michigan along the way. The two RV Gypsies drove M-119 on a day with beautiful weather, and they took plenty of time to let the scenery inspire them. The signs along the side of the road allowed the two RV Gypsies' mind to wander and consider the area’s history; the original Native Americans and their traditions, as well as the early European settlers. (But Karen Duquette did not let Lee's mind wander too much, because he was the driver).

the road and trees on The Tunnel of Trees
the road and trees on The Tunnel of Trees

On M-119, the two RV Gypsies started to sense the tunnel, with trees growing up to both sides of the thoroughfare. While Lee Duquette, as the driver, had to remain vigilant (remember, this narrower-than-normal two-lane road lacks shoulders or a center line), Karen Duquette got to ogle the scenery of stately hardwood trees and glimpses of Lake Michigan, as shown in the photo below. Note: The two RV Gypsies were NOT in their RV, they were in their toad (tow car).

the road and trees on The Tunnel of Trees
Michivan

The signs along the side of the road telling about the area's history.

sign on the Tunnel of Trees about the Old Council Tree
sign on the Tunnel of Trees about the area
the road and trees on The Tunnel of Trees
the road and trees on The Tunnel of Trees
sign on the tunnel of trees
sign on the tunnel of trees

Sign for Devil's Elbow (reputed to be haunted by an evil spirit and voices after dark)

sign about Devil's Elbow

And then the two RV Gypsies drove into the City of Good Hart, which is part of the Tunnel of Trees. While there, PBS was filming a TV documentary about the Tunnel of Trees, and they interviewed the two RV Gypsies. The two RV Gypsies tried to get a copy of the documentary, but PBS would not send it. There is a link below with photos and more about the City of Good Hart.

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The Tunnel of Trees

Good Hart

Harbor Springs

Sunset Park

Cross Village and amazing carvings

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go to the adverntures of the two RV Gypsies in Ontario, CanadaAFTER you have seen all five (5) sections above, please continue on to Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada - Chippewa Falls, Pancake Bay, and more