Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Munising, Michigan
About This Activity
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore stretches 42 miles along Lake Superior's shore, showcasing towering sandstone cliffs painted in mineral streaks of red, orange, and green that rise up to 200 feet above the water. Highlights include the Miners Falls Trail (1.2 miles round trip to a 50-foot waterfall), the Sable Falls trail with sweeping Grand Sable Dunes views, and the Chapel Loop trail for the iconic Chapel Rock sea arch. The park is free to enter for hiking, though a $5/vehicle fee applies at some trailheads. Peak season is June through September; winter brings snowshoeing and ice formations along the cliffs.
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