When autumn arrives in Munising, the forests around Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore explode into beautiful shades of red, orange, and gold. Crisp Lake Superior air, crunching leaves underfoot, and unforgettable overlooks make fall one of the very best times to hike here. Whether you’re looking for low effort and big views or a full-day adventure, […]
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Make the most of your summer in Munising with outdoor adventures the whole family can enjoy! Whether you’re traveling with toddlers, teens, or somewhere in between, this lakeside town is full of easy-to-access experiences that let you explore Michigan’s stunning Upper Peninsula, with no intense planning required. From relaxing beach days to unforgettable boat rides,
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From jaw-dropping waterfalls to rugged Lake Superior cliffs, Munising, Michigan, is packed with hiking trails that deliver big adventure and even bigger views. We turned to AllTrails — the go-to source for trail reviews from real hikers — to round up five of the most loved hikes in the Munising area. Whether you’re looking for
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Ready to level up your Instagram game? Munising, Michigan is packed with jaw-dropping landscapes that demand a spot on your feed. From epic cliffs and cascading waterfalls to serene shorelines, we’ve rounded up the top 5 photo spots in Munising—and exactly how to find them. Let’s get exploring! 1. Lover’s Leap – via kayak or
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Spring is the time of fresh starts and new beginnings. In Munising, a perfect example of this season of change is our waterfalls! As the snow melts and the April rains pour in, waterfalls surge to life with roaring waters, creating ideal viewing conditions. The sound of rushing water, the warm sun poking through the
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Each year, Munising hosts the Michigan Ice Fest, a celebration of climbing that brings unique outdoor adventure opportunities to everyone from beginners to professional-level athletes. The 2025 Michigan Ice Fest is over, but Munising still has plenty for you to explore and enjoy this winter! While snow melts downstate in early March, the 330 miles
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Michigan snowmobilers can bet on the Munising’s trails being open – even in an El Nino As Andy Cooper worked the desk at the family-owned Buckhorn Resort in Munising late in October, the region’s first winter weather advisory had just been issued and the potential of four inches of snowfall offered a sign of things
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Maybe you’ve spent the last few months mostly cooped up, observing the kids inundate themselves with screens playing video games or creating new dances for TikTok. We’re getting deeper into 2023 and as the weather improves the excuses to not be outside wane. It’s time to reacquaint the family with the great outdoors — and
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There was a time, Dan Nadeau remembers, that visiting the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, which has attracted as many 1.3 million people to Munising in a single year, was a distant second driver of tourism in Alger County. Instead, the primary attraction was that the region served as the “Snowmobiling Capital of the Midwest,” where
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With Labor Day in the rearview mirror and the prospect of snowmobiling on the 330-plus miles of groomed trails in the Munising area just two months away, a visit to Michigan’s U.P. might not seem to be in play. However, there are other lenses to look through when considering a fall getaway – starting with
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