Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Savor the splendor of Lake Superior.
One of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula’s four national parks, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is renowned for its breathtaking and vibrant sandstone cliffs, an abundance of trails, and plenty of places to go boating and kayaking. The lakeshore offers hiking, camping, boating, and a plethora of other outdoor activities along its 60-kilometer stretch along the edge of Lake Superior, the largest and deepest of all the Great Lakes.

Pictured Rocks is like having two parks in one; while there are many swimming and canoeing activities for those who prefer the outdoors, the park’s wild area is home to hiking trails, waterfalls, and other breathtaking natural elements. Regardless of the option you select, there is an abundance of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, historical sites, and art installations that make it an essential vacation throughout the year.

The hiking routes are blanketed in vibrant wildflowers in the spring, heralding the arrival of warm, bright summer days. The park is ablaze with orange, red, and yellow foliage in the fall. Additionally, throughout the winter, when snow covers the ground, the lakeside becomes a brilliant winter wonderland that is ideal for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Ice climbers can also find amazing ice curtains and columns to ascend. Whenever you go, there’s always a chance to see something breathtaking.