Road Trips from Dearborn, MI
Planning a weekend escape from Dearborn? You've got options ranging from quick half-day drives to longer, more involved trips. Many routes stick to mostly flat terrain, ideal for a straightforward drive. If you're looking for green space, several destinations feature parks, making them good candidates for a day trip or a brief overnight. For those seeking a bit more adventure, a couple of longer routes offer a different terrain and are well-suited for a weekend getaway.
Total Routes
175
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
108
Under 2 hours
58 total in this range
Goodland, MI
1h 28m65.7 mi one way
Millington, MI
1h 48m83.8 mi one way
Hudson, MI
1h 53m83.5 mi one way
Brockway, MI
1h 29m65.9 mi one way
Watertown, MI
1h 59m86.2 mi one way
Full-day getaway
71 total in this range
New Haven, MI
2h 4m100.5 mi one way
This 2.1-hour drive covers 100.5 miles and features mostly highway with flat terrain. It has a solid drive score of 9 and includes parks, making it a good choice for a day trip with outdoor access.
Akron, MI
2h 25m109.7 mi one way
Mio, MI
3h 40m192.5 mi one way
This destination is a longer drive at 3.7 hours and 192.5 miles, featuring parks and a high drive score of 9. The terrain is mostly flat, suitable for a dedicated weekend trip.
Colon, MI
2h 47m136.5 mi one way
Charleston, MI
2h 24m117.6 mi one way
Weekend trip
34 total in this range
Aetna, MI
4h 3m206.4 mi one way
Ashland, MI
5h 6m264.5 mi one way
Mayfield, MI
4h 39m245.5 mi one way
A longer option at 4.7 hours and 245.5 miles, this drive boasts a perfect drive score of 10 and includes parks. The terrain shifts to gently rolling, offering more visual interest than flatter routes.
Amber, MI
4h 35m251.2 mi one way
Leland, MI
5h 35m277.9 mi one way
Long-haul ideas
12 total in this range
Marquette, MI
8h 29m459 mi one way
Kingsford, MI
9h 7m491.2 mi one way
Selma, MI
8h 19m444.8 mi one way
Campbell, MI
8h 3m436.7 mi one way
Bessemer, MI
11h 21m597.1 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Goodland, MI
1h 28m65.7 mi one way
New Haven, MI
2h 4m100.5 mi one way
Akron, MI
2h 25m109.7 mi one way
Aetna, MI
4h 3m206.4 mi one way
Sandusky, MI
2h 6m91.5 mi one way
Leland, MI
5h 35m277.9 mi one way
Marquette, MI
8h 29m459 mi one way
Munising, MI
7h 33m416.1 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With mostly flat terrain and park access on many routes, spring offers opportunities for easy drives and enjoying blooming nature without significant elevation changes.
Summer
The abundance of parks across various distances makes summer a great time to explore these destinations for outdoor activities and longer drives.
Fall
Flat and gently rolling terrains on these routes are ideal for autumn drives, allowing you to focus on the scenery without challenging road conditions.
Winter
Most routes feature mostly flat terrain, which is generally favorable for winter driving conditions, though park access might be limited.
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