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Headlands International Dark Sky Park
One of only six such parks in the U.S.at the time of designation in 2011~one of only ten in the world! Enjoy Emmet County's dark wilderness at the Headlands anytime of day or night, all the year 'round. Located 2 miles west of Mackinaw City in Northwest Lower Michigan, at the top of Michigan's mitten on the Lake Michigan shoreline.Make Headlands International Dark Sky Park part of your personalized Mackinaw City itinerary using our Mackinaw City trip planner.
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Headlands International Dark Sky Park reviews
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I was there during the day, so didn't experience the dark park part of it. the views of the water were great and i was actually the only person there. Negatives were the Midgies, which is nature but.... more
I was there during the day, so didn't experience the dark park part of it. the views of the water were great and i was actually the only person there. Negatives were the Midgies, which is nature but.... more »
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Amazing experience all around. A real hidden gem! It’s a little drive from the entrance but guided the entire way by little post signs that tell you about the stars and such.
Amazing experience all around. A real hidden gem! It’s a little drive from the entrance but guided the entire way by little post signs that tell you about the stars and such. more »
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Visited the site in early Spring so had to bundle up. Even so, liked the idea of getting a private showing of the stars and the lake. Loved the tiered amphitheater seating that is wide enough that you can lay back and get the panoramic view of the stars. Spent summers in MC growing up and you used to be able to see similar views from the shore by the fort, but too many lights there now. This is a dark sky and if you haven't experienced I highly recommend. Family friendly too
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If this is your first ever visit to a dark sky park, then your experience will not be anything less than surreal. The sheer beauty and grandeur of stars filling up your entire horizon and shining over the beautiful Michigan lake will make you hold your breath. It was an experience of a lifetime, and now I always wish to stop by this place if I can. Highly recommended.
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