Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

National Park Service, Michigan.

Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coastal features and affects every ecosystem, creating a unique landscape to explore. Hiking, camping, sightseeing, and four-season outdoor opportunities abound.

Camping and Day Use

  • Hurricane River Campground
  • Little Beaver Campground
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit
  • Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin

Activities and Experiences

  • Au Sable Light Station

Site Passes

  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Site Pass

Nearby Activities

  • Auto Touring
  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Diving
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Paddling
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

Pictured Rocks NL is located on the south shore of Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, between the towns of Munising (west) and Grand Marais (east). Access the west side of the park via Michigan highways M-28 and M-94 to Munising. State highway M-77 leads to Grand Marais on the east side. Alger County Road H-58 runs parallel and through the park, providing access to spur roads that lead to scenic overlooks, trailheads, campgrounds, beaches, etc. Most park roads are closed in winter due to snow.

Additional Information

  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Map
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Official Website

Photo Gallery

  • Pictured Rocks National LakeshorePictured Rocks National Lakeshore
  • Ice ClimbingIce climbing is a popular winter activity.
  • Beaver Basin WildernessShallow creek in the Beaver Basin Wilderness
  • Kayaking Along the Pictured Rocks CliffsKayakers near Lovers Leap
  • Pictured Rocks Cliffs along the Chapel / Mosquito LoopSpringtime along the Chapel / Mosquito hiking loop
  • Battleship Row15 miles of carved and colorful cliffs along the Lake Superior shoreine.
  • Backcountry Camping - Benchmark SiteBackpacking and camping are a popular activities.
  • Pictured Rocks Cliffs along the Chapel / Mosquito LoopSpringtime along the Chapel / Mosquito hiking loop
  • Battleship Row15 miles of carved and colorful cliffs along the Lake Superior shoreine.
  • Ice ClimbingIce climbing is a popular winter activity.
  • Kayaking Along the Pictured Rocks CliffsKayakers near Lovers Leap
  • Beaver Basin WildernessShallow creek in the Beaver Basin Wilderness
  • Backcountry Camping - Benchmark SiteBackpacking and camping are a popular activities.
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
  • Pictured Rocks Colorful Cliff WallThe park is named for the colorful cliff walls along Lake Superior shoreline.
  • Miner's CastleView the Miner's Castle rock formation from the adjacent cliffs or from a boat.
  • Grand Sable DunesThe Grand Sable Dunes rise up 300 feet from Lake Superior.
  • Au Sable Light StationAu Sable Lighthouse and light keeper's quarters
  • Miners FallsWater flowing over Miners Falls

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