The essential guide to exploring Michigans Eastern Upper Peninsula and the sights, sounds tastes of a land where the wonders never end.
Hessel On The Lake Lakefront cottages FOR SALE or VACATION RENTAL New crib dock, up to 36 slips, power and water Completely furnished, dishwashers, WD, TVs Underground electric, fiber optic cable, municipal sewer On Lake Huron in the Upper Peninsula 323 of private sandy beach 14 bedroom, four season, 1 2 story Short walk to stores, dining, bars, etc. In the heart of the Les Cheneaux Islands www.hesselonthelake.com 906 4842440 managerhesselonthelake.com www.TheGreatWaters.com 2
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Sights to Explore in the Great Waters Whitefish Point Grand Marais Paradise Sault Ste. Marie Munising Newberry Curtis Drummond Island Naubinway Hessel Cedarville DeTour Village Manistique St. Ignace The Lake Superior Trail Rugged Shores and Falling Water . . . 1. Grand Island National Recreation Area via ferry from Munising 2. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Munising Falls 3. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Miners Castle 4. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Au Sable Light Station
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CEDARVILLE HESSEL CedarvilleHessel On the northern shore of Lake Huron, the villages of Cedarville and Hessel, along with 36 islands offshore, are known collectively as the Les Cheneaux area. Discover a mix of authentic northern Michigan experiences in a place that inspires wonder each day. Our towns share your passion for adventure and independence giving Spend a day in Hessel paddling your way around pristine islands in the morning, followed by a class on weaving or spinning in the aftern
CURTIS Curtis curtismi.com recreational opportunities, spectacular accommodations, waterfilled activities which include great fishing and plenty of wildlife to observe and photograph. Curtis is a oneofakind waterfront village bordered by the Manistique lakes and Peninsula Visitors to the area can enjoy a variety of yearround Curtis is surrounded by the largest lake complex in the Upper centrally located in the heart of The Great Waters. Stay in Curtis and explore the wonders of nearby Sene
DETOUR VILLAGE DeTour Village detour village.com In French, the name means turning point, which may be why this vacation paradise inspires visitors to turn away from the pressures of everyday life. On the villages southeast side, discover the DeTour Botanical Gardens, a surprising oasis of flowers and foliage situated at the edge of Lake Huron. DeTour Village, located where the St. Marys River joins Lake Huron, is an ideal destination for freighter watchers, anglers, boating enthusiasts, and
DRUMMOND ISLAND Drummond Island drummondislandchamber.com where points of interest are linked around a 60mile loop. Both selfguided and guided paddling opportunities exist from the island, which is the perfect way to explore the islands, bays and coves that surround it. Board a charter boat from Drummond Island for the offshore DeTour Reef Light and enjoy a twohour tour of the lighthouse. Climb to the top of the tower and formations, rare plants and a diverse bird population. Escape your land
GRAND MARAIS Experience Grand Marais, the eastern gateway to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore located on Lake Superior at the end of State Highway M77. Grand Marais is the gem of the U.P., offering a chance to enjoy the best of the Upper Peninsula any time of year. Visitors spend their days hiking and taking in natural marvels such as the White Grand Marais grandmaraismichigan.com groomed trails. Miles Grand Marais is a popular destination for all kinds of recreation. Rock hounds find miles
MANISTIQUE Come to the beautiful Manistique area and experience breathtaking scenery, four seasons of outdoor sports and numerous historical landmarks. Whether you enjoy nature, boating, fishing, camping, snowmobiling, hunting, shopping, dining or just relaxing, the Manistique area offers a wide variety of opportunities for vacation fun. Manistique visitmanistique.com Any time of the year is perfect for a visit to Manistique. Summer temperatures along Lake Michigans northern shore are comfor
MUNISING Munising munising.org Featured Attractions Lodgings 906.387.4477 www.shipwrecktours.com See ad on page 29 906.387.2735 www.terracemotel.net See ad on page 34 Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tours over 15 miles of shoreline along Lake Superior with sandstone cliffs reaching 200 in height and offer of endless recreation opportunities Explore 17 unique waterfalls in and around the Munising area. The Hiawatha National Forest has two districts experience the Rock River Canyon Big Island Lake a
NAUBINWAY Naubinway topofthelake.org At the westernpoint of the eastern Upper Peninsula sits Naubinway, a quaint fishing village situated at the top of Lake Michigan and surrounded Once in Naubinway, watch as commercial fishermen perform the same ritual as their by sugar sand ancestors of the past 150 years, delivering beaches. a cooler, a chair, and a towel Lake Michigan will take care of the rest Visitors cruise west on US2 where a series of scenic vistas await at nearly every bend in t
NEWBERRY Newberry newberr ytourism.com Centrally located in the heart of The Great Waters, Newberry is nestled deep in the beautiful Lake Superior State Forest a forest full of lakes, streams, woods, and wetlands. A forest where wildlife abounds birds and fish are plentiful. A forest just waiting for you to come and enjoy its many wonders. border of the Newberry area. On the west, the 95,000acre Seney National Wildlife Refuge, and to the south is the town of Newberry with plenty of lodging, fo
WHITEFISH POINT PARADISE Paradise Immerse yourself in the spectacular outdoors in and around Paradise, where Tahquamenon Falls State Park and its many hiking trails await. Fish from the anglers, and nautical history buffs alike. Sandy beaches for swimming and the Whitefish Point Underwater Preserve will prove an irresistible draw to the water for many, while others know that if its summer, it must be blueberry season in Paradise. On the shores of Lake Superiors Whitefish Bay is the community of
SAULT STE. MARIE Rich in history and heavily influenced by the river that runs through it, Sault Ste. Marie offers a different perspective on the eastern Upper Peninsula. Sault Ste. Marie saultstemarie.com Worldclass museums tell the story of the region and public parks allow visitors to get a closer look at this active river and the Canadian community to its north. maritime industry, complete with shipyards, marinas, and the Soo Locks complex. Situated on the southern shore of St. Marys Ri
ST. IGNACE a lazy stroll along the boardwalk and visit a lighthouse, marina, fishing pier and beach. For those who define a perfect day as one spent within sight of the seashore welcome to St. Ignace. This historic community has made the most of its coveted spot in the Straits of Mackinac, offering vast and different experiences to the curious sightseer. Take St. Ignace stignace.com But the action isnt limited to the waterfront only. The St. Ignace harbor is an active one, both on the water
Great Waters, Great Wonders Seney Wildlife Refuge Big SpRing KitcHitiKipi from Munising to Grand Marais. Seven waterfalls are found within the park, each different from the last. Whether viewing autumn colors, skiing or snowshoeing in the winter, or spending the perfect summer day this National Park Service property is sure to please. splashofsunsetphotography gRand iSland Seney Wildlife Refuge, established in 1935, is known for the diversity of wildlife found in this 96,000acre refuge. Blac
Great Waters, Great Wonders trails through the woods and alongside the Tahquamenon River are worth exploring, the parks focal points are its waterfalls. Divided into two distinctly different areas, be sure to visit both the Upper Falls and Lower Falls. The Upper Falls drop approximately 50 feet and are roughly 200 feet across, with a flow of more than 50,000 gallons of water per second. Visitors can enjoy the Upper Falls via overlook points along a paved trail or descend a series of stairs to ge
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Great Waters, Great Adventures Kayak. Canoe. Camera. Bicycle. Motorcycle. Car. Boat. Rod and reel. Skis. Whatever toys you like to play with in the great outdoors, your playground is in the eastern end of Michigans Upper Peninsula. Where you can explore more rivers, lakes, islands, beaches, cliffs, wetlands and forests than you ever knew could be found in one place. Kayak the ins and outs where Lake Superior meets Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Bike through an endless sea of birch in the Hia
great Waters, great adventures aRt galleRieS aRt centeRS Glass Bottom Boat Shipwreck Tours Pictured Rocks Boat Cruises 906.387.2379 800.650.2379 www.picturedrocks.com Enjoy an adventure youll never forget as you enjoy a breathtaking 23 hour cruise along Lake Superiors Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, a masterpiece of colors and rock formations found nowhere else in the world. Cruises leave from Munising City Pier. See ad on page 31. 100 W. City Park Dr., Munising, MI 49862 Alberta House Arts
great Waters, great adventures attRactionS muSeumS HiStoRic VenueS Les Cheneaux Historical Museum Maritime Museum 906.484.2821 www.lchistorical.org The historical and maritime museums are open from Memorial weekend until one week after Labor Day. Open MondaySaturday, 10am4pm. Admission free. Donations appreciated. 105 S. Meridian Rd. PO Box 301, Cedarville, MI 49719 continued Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge 906.635.5255 www.michigan.goviba Please visit the website for details on even
great Waters, great adventures DeTour Village, Michigan Where the road ends, fun begins Family fun and festivals for all seasons Live theatre Great beaches Boating Fishing Ship watching Museum Botanical Garden Lighthouses Snowmobiling, snowshoeing or just relaxing Tours Tours Resident Lighthouse Keeper Program Resident Lighthouse Keeper Program DeTour Reef Light DeTour Reef Light MidJune MidJune through August through August Eastern tip of Eastern tip of Michigans Michigans Upper Upper
great Waters, great adventures caSinoS Tahquamenon Falls Brewery Pub at Camp 33 Kewadin Casinos 800.KEWADIN www.kewadin.com Kewadins five unique properties are located throughout Michigans Upper Peninsula, each offering thrilling gaming action, coupled with the friendliness and easygoing vibe of the region. 2186 Shunk Road, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Chamberlins Ole Forest Inn dining 906.586.6000 www.chamberlinsinn.com Beautifully restored historic Inn overlooking Big Manistique Lake. El
great Waters, great adventures Home fuRniSHing aRea pHotogRapHy Julie Covert Photography Santas Workshop 906.387.2929 www.santasworkshopchristmas.com Unique, oneofakind gifts and collectibles from local artist Jim Shore, as well as Thomas Kincaid and Pipka. Tshirts and sweatshirts. See the tallest Santa. E8035 St. Nicholas Ave., Christmas, MI 49862 Dunn Hill Iron Works 906.493.5854 443.604.1981 www.juliemcovert.com Capture your memories. Nature photography tours and photographic art. Now a
great Waters, great adventures campingcanoeing Rainbow Lodge TwoHearted Canoe Trips St. Marys Guide Company 906.748.1353 www.whitesguidedfishing.com Specializing in guided flyfishing and light tackle trips for Atlantic salmon, rainbow trout steelhead, lake trout, splake and other trout and salmon species. Adventures can also be booked for perch, walleye, whitefish, herring, pike, musky and small mouth bass Friendly, knowledgeable captains Fishing tackle provided. See ad on page 23. PO Box 1514,
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great Waters, great adventures dog Sledding Fish and Hunt Shop 906.586.7531 877.586.9531 www.fishandhuntshop.com www.sunsetpointeresort.com Sales, service, rental, lodging, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, sporting goods. Rental of boats, pontoons, ATV, snowmobiles. Full service and parts department. Mercury, SkiDoo, CanAm, Suzuki, Husqvarna, Lund, Starcraft, Sylvan. Sunset Point Resort on Manistique Lake. See ad below. W17148 Main St., Curtis, MI 49820 Mertaugh Boat Works Natures Kennel Sled Dog Ad
great Waters, great adventures Great Waters, Great Diving The Great Lakes have swallowed thousands of ships over the centuries, and Michigans Underwater Preserves protect the resting places of these wrecks. The Great Waters is home to these Underwater Preserves Whitefish point underwater preserve At least 17 wrecks lie in the waters surrounding Whitefish Point, ranging from an early schooner to modern lake freighters, ranging in depths from 40 feet to 270 feet. Straits of mackinac Shipwreck
Great Waters, Great Lodging cedaRVilleHeSSel Loons Nest Resort 906.586.3525 www.loonsnestresort.com A quiet lakefront resort on Big Manistique Lake. One, two and threebedroom modern cottages. Clean and comfortable accommodations. Boat included in rental. No pets. W18070 H42 PO Box 251, Curtis, MI 49820 Les Cheneaux Landing Cedarville RV Park 906.484.3351 www.cedarvillervpark.com Located on protected Cedarville Bay, ideal for boating, kayaking and fishing. Full service sites, free WIFI. Daily,
great Waters, great lodging 1171 Riverview Way, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 9066323999 800HOLIDAY www.hiexpress.comsaultmariemi Let Holiday Inn Express Sault Ste. Marie fulfill all your lodging needs. You can relax knowing we offer a broad range of services and amenities including Express Start Breakfast Bar Hoveys Bear Trap Resort Authentic log cabins with modern conveniences On beautiful Indian Lake, 4 miles from Manistique Protected harbor to dock your fishing boat Walking distance to
great Waters, great lodging dRummond iSland Drummond Island Resort Conference Center Twin Pines Lodging 906.499.3363 www.exploringthenorth.com twinpinescottage.html Clean, cozy and fully furnished 1, 2 or 3bedroom cottages. 60 and up. Centrally located between Munising, Newberry, Curtis and Grand Marais. Check the website for more information. 1464W Railroad St. PO Box 54, Seney, MI 49883 Birch Tree Resort 906.493.5355 www.birchtreeresort.com One, two and three bedroom cabins, some with fir
great Waters, great lodging neWBeRRy Gateway Motel 906.293.5651 800.791.9485 www.gatewaymi.com A yearround motel located in beautiful Newberry, Michigan. Each unit is spacious and beautiful with its own unique theme and warmth. This unique and comfortable motel is perfect for your family and friends. Pets accepted with prior consent. See ad on page 33. 7885 State Hwy. M123, Newberry, MI 49868 Americas Best Value Inn Tahquamenon Country 906.293.4000 800.293.3297 www.ABVITahquamenonCountry.com
great Waters, great lodging paRadiSe Sault Ste. maRie Budget Host Inn Suites 906.643.9666 800.872.7057 www.stignacebudgethost.com Enjoy St. Ignace Michigans finest lodging and accommodations Free hot breakfast bar, indoor pool spa, high speed wireless Internet. 2 3 room suites with microwaverefrigerator unit. Newly remodeled to give you an awardwinning Mackinac experience. See ad on page 37. 700 N. State St., St. Ignace, MI 49781 Curleys Paradise Motel 800.236.7386 www.superiorsights.com
great Waters, great lodging Birch TreeYearround Resort, Ltd. Open 1, 2 3 bedroom cabins Protected boat harbor Boat and motor rentals 2 bedroom cabins with fireplace Dock with boat launch Bait shop with live bait Magnuson Grand Hotel Lakefront Paradise Kim Donna Messenger 32544 S. Bobby Dr., Drummond Island, MI 49726 Phone 906 4935355 Fax 906 4935755 email birchtreeresortyahoo.com web www.birchtreeresort.com 2000 Beautiful Acres of Woods, Water and Wildlife. 40unit log lodge Champion
great Waters, great lodging Where the Waters Meet the Mackinac Straits MOTEL Overlooking beautiful Moran Bay and Mackinac Island Close to boat docks and downtown St. Ignace Your hosts Tim Irene 500 US2 W., St. Ignace, MI 49781 86667262299066439790 www.moranbaymotel.com Great Waters, Great Boat Watching The eastern U.P. offers opportunities for some of the best freighterwatching there is and the Soo Locks are a mecca for serious boat watchers. The Army Corps of Engineers owns and operates t
On the northern side of the Mighty Mac discover a place with no boundaries. A destination of blue bays, rocky formations, and captivating beaches. An escape that delivers the fastest, mostscenic crossing to Mackinac Island. A point on the map that begs for exploration to nearby waterfalls, lighthouses, and forests. From Your Home Port in St. Ignace, the possibilities are limitless. 8884784462 SaintIgnace.travel For more info, visit us online
Regardless of the season, wouldnt you rather be in Paradise Gateway to the Tahquamenon Falls Snowmobiling fourwheeling Beach walking Bird watching Paradise is the Wild Blueberry Capital of Michigan and hosts the Wild Blueberry Festival in August every year. Rock hunting Maritime enthusiasts Paradise, Michigan Fishing and boating 906.492.3927 www.michigansparadise.com PO Box 64, Paradise, MI 49768 Closest community to Tahquamenon Falls and Whitefish Point adParadise Area Tourism Coun
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