Some consider next weekend's U.S. 12 Heritage Trail Garage Sale a traffic jam, but most who travel along the 180-plus miles consider it a treasure hunt.
From Friday, Aug. 8, to Sunday, Aug. 10, you'll find Michigan's Longest Garage Sale along U.S. 12 from New Buffalo to Detroit.
This large-scale garage sale features commercial vendors and individuals along the road, in parking lots, and off side streets.
Expect a wide variety of new and used items, including antiques, furniture, tools, sporting goods, records, fresh produce, clothing, art, and items where you'll need to ask, "What is that?"
Map U.S. 12 Garage Sale
You can find the official map of registered sales sorted by city or category.
Many more people don't register and just set up in their yards or at businesses along the highway.
Remember, as you travel the highway, slow down, be cautious of pedestrians and parking, and look before you get out of your vehicle. Along stretches in the middle of the state, look out for Amish buggies.
Some people take three days and cover all the miles. Others pick certain sections often related to that region or products to search.
Many take time to visit wineries, monuments, historical locations, or try local restaurants and pubs.
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The U.S. 12 Heritage Trail follows the path of buffalo, native Americans, pioneers, and travelers who journeyed between what is now Detroit and Chicago in decades before.
Contact Don Reid: [email protected]
This article originally appeared on Coldwater Daily Reporter: Michigan's Longest Garage Sale U.S. 12 Aug 8-10
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