A Lumberjack's Life Wayside

A Tumbling Cascade Wayside

Accessible Fishing Dock

• A wheelchair-accessible fishing dock is installed at Grand Sable Lake during the summer months.

Alger Falls

• Alger Falls is a popular watefall that can be seen right from the road. It is located along M-28 just south of Munising.

An Era Vanishes Wayside

Au Sable Light Station

• Located within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, this picturesque lighthouse stands on Au Sable Point on the south shore of Lake Superior, approximately 12 miles west of Grand Marais, Michigan.

Au Sable Light Station Wayside

• Au Sable Light Station wayside. Located at the end of the Light Station Trail.

BARK Ranger

• The BARK Ranger program helps visitors understand how to act responsibly with their pets in national parks.

Beaver Basin Wilderness Beach

• Those looking for solitude along a wild Lake Superior shoreline should hike out to the section of Twelvemile Beach that lies within the Beaver Basin Wilderness.

Bridalveil Falls

• Bridalveil Falls is viewed best from the water but can be seen at a distance from the lower Miners Castle overlook or from the west end of Miners Beach.

Chapel Beach

• Chapel Beach is a popular day-hike destination. Visitors pass Chapel Falls and the famous Chapel Rock during this 6-mile roundtrip hike.

Chapel Falls

• After a brisk 1.2 mile walk, hikers can view the 60-foot high Chapel Falls as it cascades toward Chapel Lake.

Chapel Rock

• Drive about 15 miles east of Munising on Alger County Road H-58; turn left and drive 5 miles north on Chapel Road to the end. From the trailhead, hike 3 miles to Lake Superior to reach Chapel Rock and Beach.

Coast Guard Boathouse Exhibits

• The old Coast Guard boathouse at Sand Point contains a surf boat, surf cart, Lyle gun, and other lifesaving equipment exhibits. The boathouse is open during the summer months.

Dynamic Dunelands Wayside

Elliot Falls

• Surrounded by stunning scenery, Elliot Falls is a favorite site for visitors and photographers.

Grand Marais Ski Area

• Enjoy more than 10 miles of beautiful cross-country ski trails on the park's east end.

Grand Sable Dunes

• These enormous dunes left by glacial action are located at the eastern end of the park. Access via the 1/3 mile (one-way) Dune Trail beginning at the Sable Falls parking area, one mile west of Grand Marais along Alger County Road H-58. Be prepared to walk partly uphill in soft sand. Another access point with a steeper climb is from the small parking lot at the far eastern end of Grand Sable Lake on H-58.

Grand Sable Dunes Trail

• The Grand Sable Dunes trail is a 0.6 mile round-trip, fairly level trail that leads through a forested dune ecosystem to the top of the open dunes.

Grand Sable Lake Boat Launch

• The Grand Sable Lake boat launch and picnic area gives visitors boating access to one of the park's largest inland lakes.

Grand Sable Lake Overlook

• The Grand Sable Lake Overlook is a lovely picnic spot with a scenic view of one of the park's largest inland lakes.

Grand Sable Visitor Center Orientation Wayside

Hurricane River Beach

• The beach at the mouth of the Hurricane River is an interesting mix of sand and rock that looks different every year.

Ice Climbing at Pictured Rocks

• The most popular areas for ice climbing are along Sand Point Road on the park's west side.

Ice Fishing at Pictured Rocks

• Ice fishing at the park is done mostly in the frozen nearshore areas of Munising Bay just off Sand Point Beach.

Lake Superior Overlook Beach

• Just past Twelvemile Beach Campground heading east on Alger County Road H-58 is a day-use parking lot with a short staircase to the beach. Stop here for a quick swim and stroll along the shore.

Lake Superior Overlook Wayside

Lakes on the Landscape Wayside

Little Beaver Lake Boat Launch

• Kayaks, canoes, and other small boats can launch at the Little Beaver Lake boat launch area. Only electric motors are allowed in Little Beaver Lake.

Log Slide

• The Log Slide area features stunning views of Lake Superior and the Grand Sable Dunes, as well as exhibits about the park's logging past.

Miners Beach

• Miners Beach is a beautiful, nearly mile-long stretch of sand and some rocks with the main parking area at the west end (with access to Miners River) and a small parking area at the east end.

Miners Castle

• Miners Castle is one of the most famous landmarks along the Pictured Rocks shoreline, and is the only cliff area in the park accessible by vehicle.

Miners Falls

• An easy 0.6 mile walk through the forest leads to the park's most powerful waterfall.

Mosquito Beach

• Mosquito Beach is a popular day-hike destination, about 4 miles roundtrip from the parking area at the end of Chapel Road.

Munising Falls

• Walk the paved 800-foot trail up a cool shaded canyon along Munising Creek to the main falls viewing platform or climb the steps for a different view. This is a lovely waterfall in all seasons.

Munising Falls in Winter

• Walk through a snowy canyon along Munising Creek to view Munising Falls in winter. This is the only park waterfall easy to access in winter.

Munising Ski Area

• Cross-country ski in a winter wonderland on the park's groomed ski trails near Munising, MI.

Munising U.S. Coast Guard Station (Park Headquarters)

• The restored original Munising Coast Guard Station has been park headquarters since the late 1960s.

Pets at the Park

• Know where pets are allowed in the park and where they are prohibited. Enjoy a safe visit with your best friend!

Pictured Rocks Cliffs

• Colorful and bold, the Pictured Rocks cliffs tower 50 to 200 feet above Lake Superior. These sandstone cliffs stretch for about 15 miles along the lake from Sand Point on the west to just after Spray Falls on the east. The most colorful portion of the cliffs begins east of Miners Beach.

Pictured Rocks Cruises

• Taking a narrated boat cruise is a great way to view the spectacular Pictured Rocks cliffs.

Places To See in One Hour

• You could easily spend half a day at any of these locations, but if you only have an hour to see some quick scenic sites, here are some options!

Sable Falls

• Sable Falls tumbles 75 feet over a cascading slope of Munising and Jacobsville sandstone formations on its way to Lake Superior.

Sable Falls Beach

• The beach at the end of the Sable Falls Trail is part rock and part sand, with views of the Grand Sable Dunes towering above.

Sable Falls Orientation Wayside

Sand Point Beach

• The Sand Point area has a beautiful beach, views of Grand Island, and the popular 1/2 mile Sand Point Marsh Trail.

Sand Point Marsh Trail

• The Sand Point Marsh Trail is a wonderful place to walk year-round. This family-friendly trail offers the chance to see and hear wildlife while experiencing a variety of wetland ecosystems.

Sand Point Marsh Trail in Winter

• The Sand Point Marsh Trail is one of the few trails in winters easy to access by any vehicle. This lovely trail is a scenic winter wonderland when snow-covered.

Sand Point Shore in Winter

• The Lake Superior shoreline is a beautiful, cold, and wild place to explore in winter. The Sand Point area has the only beaches and shore in the park easy to access in winter.

Snowmobiling at Pictured Rocks

• Snowmobiling is a popular activity in and around Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. A number of unplowed roads lead to major points of interest within the park.

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