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Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Munising

4.9
#1 of 104 in Wildlife in Michigan
Must see · National Park · Water Body
Explore the wild hilly shoreline and discover colorful sandstone cliffs, pristine beaches, sand dunes, and waterfalls at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Hike trails carpeted with wildflowers in the spring and experience the serenity of northern forests and remote lakes. Outdoor opportunities abound year round. Sea kayaking remains a popular way to see the park's picturesque rock formations, caves, arches, and waterfalls, and many boat companies offer day trips along the shore. In the winter, you can go snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice climbing, and ice fishing. To fully immerse yourself in this magical landscape, try backcountry camping. Put Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and other Munising attractions into our Munising itinerary maker, and watch your holiday take shape.
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  • By ImmerWandern
    Let me start by emphasizing that there is more to this national lakeshore than the iconic colored sandstone cliffs. There are long hikes through dense forests to explore, marshlands to check out...  more »
  • By lbarrbarr2277
    Gorgeous and stunning hikes throughout the area. Frozen waterfalls and ice formations abound! There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad dressing! We layered up, shod our boot spikes and...  more »
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  • By Bruce Barstow
    So much for you to see and more 🤗
  • By Sherryl Hercula
    We rented a pontoon and sailed along the coast and through one of the small tunnels.
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