Sonic Michigan
Sonic Michigan

Experience Sonic Michigan. Each episode transports you to a different, breathtaking location around Michigan and the Great Lakes — just pure, immersive nature. Escape the clutter of today’s world. It is great for meditating, reading, relaxing, or easing into a peaceful night's sleep. Choose your location, press play, and escape.

The wind was really whipping up the waves on New Year's Day 2026. We traveled up the thumb coast and stopped at Port Sanilac. Listen as the icy waters crash into the ice dunes.Some basic info about Port Sanilac.
Why does Sonic Michigan exist and who are the people behind it? Chris is your moderator. Listen as he talks with Tim and Meg on how it all came to be and some of the fun along the way. Thank you for listening - we appreciate you! #Michigan #GreatLakes #RoadTrip #Nature #Zen #Meditation
It's the beginning of winter and we are at The Pinery to listen to the cold Lake Huron wind coming in on the dunes and some small waves, too.Here's info on the Pinery.
Relax to the sounds of the babbling Ausable River and then the Rock Glen Waterfalls. Zen out. Meditate. Information on this cute roadside park.More info about Arkona
Experience the soothing Lake Huron waves as they roll into Grand Bend at sunset. This is the perfect way to zen out and reconnect to nature. Grab info on visiting Grand Bend here!
In this episode, we take you to Harsens Island, set within one of the largest freshwater deltas in the world. You’ll hear the unique blend of wind, water, and wildlife. Some basic info on The St. Clair Flats.
On this episode, we listen to powerful November waves crashing into the beach in Erieau, Ontario. Relax and unwind.Learn more about this cute beach town along Lake Erie.Some super interesting history on Erieau for the history nerd.
Walk through the rare oak savanna of The Pinery. The soft crunch of the forest floor and the wind blowing through the tops of the trees. This is stress relief at it's best and a great place to do some grounding.The Pinery is amazing year round. Grab some info here!
Relax to the waves at Point Iroquois Lighthouse on Lake Superior. History, nature, and calm.Here's some great information about visiting!
Unwind to the rolling waves near the base of the iconic Mackinac Bridge. It's nature's symphony.Click here for more info on history, food, and scenic hikes.
Lake Huron is a perfect example of the pure power of nature. In this episode, we set up our microphones after midnight as the waves really were crashing in.
In this episode, we visit Michigan’s Largest Waterfall. The name "Tahquamenon" is of Ojibwe origin and, according to lore, comes from the water's amber color. Listen to the relaxing raw power.Traveling to Tahquamenon Falls? Here is some great info!
Presque Isle Beach in Erie, Pennsylvania is our stop today. It's sandy coastline is stunning - and it's a important stopover for migratory birds.Click here for more info about the State Park.
In this episode, we visit Lake Huron, where each wave can be heard pulling smaller rocks back into the water. Rock hunting is another way to disconnect and relax.This is a great resource for Michigan rock hunting.
Take a 10 minute pontoon boat ride out the Detroit River into Lake Erie. We shut down the motor and drop anchor off shore of Essex County, Ontario. Enjoy the calm water bouncing off the boat on a warm summer day.
The wind and waves tell the tale of shipwrecks in Lake Superior. Haunting and beautiful. Today, we visit Whitefish Point.Grab more info about planning your trip to Whitefish Point.More info about the Museum.
There is nothing better than a fire on the beach. In this episode, we set up camp on the shores of Lake Huron in St. Clair County. Hope you brought the s'mores!Here is a bit more info on the Native Americans in the Thumb Region.
Beautiful and powerful. Today, we visit the Lower Tahquamenon Falls on a rainy morning. Immerse yourself in the amber and orange waters.Get visiting info here.
In this episode, we explore the rugged beauty of Presque Isle Park in Marquette, where Lake Superior crashes into the ancient black rocks on the edge of the Upper Peninsula. Learn more about the what the park has to offer.
Discover the Dead River with us today - the babbling water, it's falls, and the large leaky wooden pipes along the path. This was a fun unexpected stop - locals invited us to grab a beer with them at Blackrocks Brewery. 10/10Grab more info on this super unique spot.
In this episode, we explore Bark Dock Beach, a hidden gem along the shores of Lake Superior, near Tahquamenon Bay.  The water is very calm and peaceful.Grab more info about hiking the Hiawatha National Forest.More info if visiting by water.
Today, we take our microphone with us on a short hike to Miners Falls.  You'll hear the forest, the birds, and then the most powerful waterfall along the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.Learn more about Miners Falls
On this episode of Sonic Michigan, take a listen to the waves crash into the wreck of the Minnehaha, a late 1800's schooner that was lost on a voyage between Chicago and Point Edward. Learn more about the Minniehaha
Sonic Michigan is a podcast featuring sounds from around the Great Lakes. Each sound was collected during a friend's roadtrip. Hear a brief story behind the sound and then experience uninterrupted nature. Great for meditating, reading, a peaceful night's sleep, or just an escape from today's cluttered world.