Upper Michigan Attractions
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Munising Michigan Attractions
Vacation the Upper Peninsula of Michigan!
Explore the magical Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, inland lakes, Grand Island, Munising Area Lighthouses, Historical Areas, and 17 Alger County Waterfalls. Our area is rich in breathtaking sites to see, explore and experience!
Shown to the right is the Grand Island East Channel Lighthouse. This structure was built in the 1860's. It was in operation until 1913 and has recently been restored. | |
Links to Munising Michigan Attractions:
"4 Season Agenda"
It has been our experience that those who haven’t yet fallen in love with the beautiful Munising area may not be sure just what there is to do in Munising or how much time they need to devote for a vacation.
The Munising Area Partnership for Development has recently made up a travelers guide for a 4 season agenda to use while staying here.
»Please click here to visit the MAPD Website then scroll down to view each season.
Enjoy 73,000 acres of pristine Lake Superior shoreline and our National Park. View Miner's Castle, Bridal Falls, Indian Head, Chapel Rock, and more. Lake Superior is the most mysterious, largest, deepest, and coldest Lake of all Michigan's Great Lakes! 300 ft cliffs of sandstone have created the famous formations.
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 | Pictured Rocks Boat Cruises - within walking distance of the Munising Motel!
Bring your camera and take a 2-1/2 to 3 hour cruise along Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
The Crystal clear blue-green waters of Lake Superior have created masterpieces of colors and rock formations found no where else in the world.
The Pictured Rocks Cruises, Inc. were honored with receiving "Michigan's Best Treasure Awards" in 2002!"
Visit their website at: www.picturedrocks.com |
 | Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - Chapel Rock
The Pictured Rocks are made of limestone. They exist today because of the lime/sand stone named the Munising Formation.
This occurrence is also responsible for the large amounts of waterfalls in the central part of the Upper Peninsula. It runs all the way from the Tahquamenon Falls to the Laughing Whitefish Falls.
Shown here is Chapel Rock - what an extraordinary formation.
Cliffs climb over 300ft in some locations along the lakeshore. They are best viewed by boat.
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 | Why are they called "Pictured" Rocks?
The Pictured Rocks get their name because many of the sandstone formations and walls have been stained red, orange, black, white, and green from traces of minerals.
Shown here is the famous Miner's Castle! A must see on your trip to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Like a Canvas, the Picture Rocks are nature's masterpieces painted over time. |
 | The Alger County area boasts 17 of these incredible water falls. They each have their own natural character and look different each season.
Spectacular waterfalls abound through streams, rivers, and throughout the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore area. Explore: Alger Falls, Chapel Falls, Miner Falls, Rock River Falls, Spray Falls, Whitefish Falls, Au Train Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Laughing Whitefish, Miners Beach Falls, Sable Falls, Tannery Falls, Bridal Falls, Memorial Falls, Munising Falls, Scott Falls, and Wagner Falls
Shown here is Miners Falls located in the National Park.This little fall is located North East on Munising. You will take 58 to Pictured Rocks Trail, then follow the signs.
Click here for >> Munising Michigan Waterfalls |
 | Grand Island
Artesian springs, a cemetary, two lakes, and plenty of historical buildings await your visit to Grand Island. Travel back in time and experience this majestic island full of legend and lore. A ferry brings visitors to the island where they can choose to take a Bus Tour, walk, or bike ride. In 1845, the cabin pictured on the left began its existence as a Frontier Cabin until 1900. It is 16x22 with dovetail notched corners. From 1900 to 1960 it was used as a cabin rental. |
Munising Motel Distance Guide to Important Area Attractions
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