Stoner's Bucketlist

“Michigan is an awesome state to be a stoner in.” A quote by Tommy Chong was painted larger-than-life on the walls of the Plan B Dispensary waiting room. It was a busy Saturday, so I had plenty of time to ponder how a guy that’s indeed smoked some of the dankest buds around the world can recognize the magic of getting stoned in the Great Lake State. But the truth is, Michigan is a state for all types of weed smokers—those who like to get high and chill, smoke and explore nature, get stoned and look at art, etc. So, after the last few puffs of your Pineapple Express joint, check out some of these fun things to do in Michigan while high:

A Stoner’s Bucket List While High in Michigan

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Bryan Shelmon | Michigan Green State

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Amy Sherman | Michigan Green State

With 158 acres of landscaped gardens decorated by world-class sculpture masterpieces, the Frederick Meijer Sculpture Garden is one of the best places to see art while stoned. Neatly paved pathways snake their way through an outdoor display of art, revealing new works around every corner. Take a self-guided tour and let your wandering mind come up with unique interpretations of abstract sculptures. However, a guided train tour takes you on an. Express trip around the grounds while detailing that this art collection holds gems like the Davinci Horse, Keith Haring, and Auguste Rodin.

Meijer Sculpture Garden

Belle Isle

Get ready for an international ‘trip’ when you enjoy your high at Belle Isle. Stop by your favorite dispensary to grab a few edibles to include in your picnic and set off to this urban island oasis. The grassy lawn at Sunset Point gives one of the most spectacular views of the iconic Detroit skyline on one side of the Detroit River and Windsor, Ontario, Canada, on the other. Once the edibles kick in, set off on a walk around the 5.4-mile loop past architectural wonders like the Belle Isle Aquarium designed by famed Detroit architect Albert Kahn, the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, and the James Scott Memorial Fountain.

A pre-rolled Sativa joint always gets you in the mood for being around a lively atmosphere, and the Detroit Riverwalk never disappoints. With things to see, do, and eat, it’s a one-stop shop for Michigan stoners. Voted Best in the U.S., the Detroit Riverwalk attracts 3.5 million visitors every year and is excellent for walking when you’re high. You’ll have mind-boggling views like peering up at the Renaissance Center, the tallest building in Michigan and seeing the Canadian flag waving at you from across the Detroit River. When your stomach begins to rumble with the munchies, walk over to the café in Rivard Plaza for snacks.

Detroit Riverwalk

Trust me — Lake Michigan looks more like an ocean than a lake when you’re high. This massive body of water extends infinitely towards the horizon and meets at the coast with soft golden sand, smoothed by the tide. Marijuana plus the beach is always a recipe for fun. Lake Michigan is lined with excellent beach destinations like the Saugatuck Dunes State Park and Grand Haven State Park. Swim in the water or sunbathe on the shore. As a bonus, you’ll get to see 44 of the 129 total lighthouses in Michigan!

Beach Day at Lake Michigan

Smoking an eighth of Runtz in Holland, MI, will be your first-class ticket to the Netherlands without even leaving the state. This unique town is inspired by Danish culture and is quite the ‘trip’ when high. Visit Centennial Park to frolic through colorful fields of more than 48,000 tulip flowers. The best time to visit is in May for the annual Tulip Festival, when you’ll see the vibrant sights of pink, peach, yellow, red, and multi-colored tulips that will surely would have cost the equivalent of pounds of Marijuana.

Holland Tulip Festival

Those Michigan smokers who prefer late-night sessions can experience one of the world’s most marvelous sights—the Northern Lights. The mysterious lights of reds, greens, yellows, and other spectrum colors shimmer over the ‘Mitten’ if you know where to look. The only thing better than seeing the Northern Lights is seeing them while high. Just like you’re witty enough to find obscure smoke spots away from people, you’ll need to find a viewing spot away from city light pollution for the Aurora Borealis to reveal themselves. In the Upper Peninsula, Copper Harbor on the shores of Lake Superior is a popular place. Even the Lower Peninsula has the Headlands International Dark Sky Park in Mackinaw City to see views of the lights with the Mackinac Bridge.

Northern Lights at Dark Sky

No need to worry about being paranoid about smelling like weed in a movie theater. Instead, stay in the comfort of your car and enjoy the latest blockbusters screening at the Ford-Wyoming Drive-In Theater. It’s as if Ford-Wyoming Drive-In Theater was made for stoners. You only have to make it to the 2,500-car parking lot, and the theater creates a unique viewing experience with nine massive screens—it’s the largest in the US! You’ll get to see back-to-back films with time for a munchie run at the concession stand between movies.

Double Feature at the Ford-Wyoming Drive-In Theater

Imagine a place where horse-drawn carriages trot the M-185 instead of cars. The Grand Hotel standing as majestically as it did when it was built in the 19th century. Archaeological sites like Arch Rock displaying centuries of history through erosion. Get stoned and climb aboard Shepler’s Ferry, which will transport you through time to Mackinac Island—a place that preserves its charm with historical landmarks and island lifestyle. You can even satisfy your munchy cravings with famous Mackinac Island fudge.

Time Travel to Mackinac Island