Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is arguably the most beautiful lakeshore in America. If you haven’t experienced this magical place, it’s time to plan a trip.
Located in Munising, Michigan on the south shores of Lake Superior, Pictured Rocks is an enchanting place filled with caves, beaches, waterfalls, sandstone cliffs, forests, and lakes.
The Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan, USA. (Credit: The National Parks Girl)
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The Pictured Rocks. (Credit: Go Go Taco Negro)
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The Coves in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. (Credit: Michigan in Pictures)
Pictured Rocks runs along 42 miles of Lake Superior’s shoreline. Lake Superior is the biggest, deepest, and coldest of all the Great Lakes of North America, and at 31,700 square miles, it’s the largest freshwater lake in the world.
Must See Sights
1. Pictured Rocks
The Pictured Rocks. (Credit: Camp Native)
The main draw to this area is the Pictured Rocks themselves. Rising straight out of Lake Superior, these colorful sandstone cliffs reach heights of up to 200 feet. The Pictured Rocks stretch 15 miles from Sand Point to Spray Falls.
2. Miner’s Castle
Miner’s Castle. (Credit: Craig - S/Flickr)
Miner’s Castle is the most famous of the Pictured Rocks, and it can accessed by both vehicle and trails. If you’re looking for great photo opportunities, Miner’s Castle offers fantastic vistas.
3. Beaches
Chapel Beach at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. (Credit: Drive The Nation)
Numerous beaches can be found along the lakeshore, the most popular being Sand Point, Miner’s Beach, Chapel Beach, and Twelvemile Beach. Chapel rock, located at Chapel Beach, is a must-see. This unique formation was created around 3800 years ago, the main arch between the rock and the mainland collapsed in the 1940’s, but it’s definitely still worth a look.
4. Grand Sable Banks and Dunes
The Grand Sable Banks and Dunes. (Credit: Wikimedia Commons)
The Grand Sable Banks and Dunes can be found just West of Grand Marais. These dunes tower 300 feet above the water and offer great views.
5. Waterfalls
Spray Falls. (Credit: John McCormick/Flickr)
Finally, if you love waterfalls, you won’t ever want to leave this place. There are dozens of falls located throughout Pictured Rocks, some are small roadside trickles while others tumble into Lake Superior from enormous cliffs. The most popular waterfalls that should be added to your list are Munising Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Chapel Falls, Spray Falls (above), Miners Falls, Mosquito Falls, and Sable Falls.
Visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore's official website for more information.
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