Visited Presque Isle Park with my hiking group. It's beautiful, especially at sunset. Beware of the…read morehorse flies!!! I don't know if they're seasonal, but they are troubling on this day! It's easy to park and maneuver the land. If you're in the U.P. Check it out.

What's not to love? Great views, walkable paths and plenty of tables for a picnic! Just be safe…read morearound the lake during bad weather

On my way to the lighthouse, I stopped to check out this pretty cool park. There is a great view of…read moreLake Superior and Picnic Rocks from here. The park includes a great looking playground, public restrooms and walking trails. It is named after George Shiras III who contributed the land for the park. Shiras was the first to do flash photography of wildlife at night. An entire issue of National Geographic in 1900 featured his work and there is a historical marker with a lot more detail on his life and contributions to conservation and study. There is a large parking lot available. [Review 17919 overall - 325 in Michigan - 1440 of 2022.]

Very fun park. Our 2 year old loves jumping on the tires and digging in the dirt. I suppose the…read moreElise would be pretty hot on a warmer day.

Without specifying dates, suffice to say I've been coming here since the last millennium. Yes,…read morethere was an extended break in the middle and now I'm back! Sugarloaf has improved with age. I would decline invitations to come here after later in the day, not relishing the idea of climbing trails in the fading daylight. Today there are stairs, benches and beautifully developed overlooks. You can get to the top and behold the vistas much more easily than I did as a younger person. It's not to be missed, a fabulous opportunity for families and photos. Parking is provided and plentiful, so there's no excuse to miss this!

Great views. The hike up to the top took around 20 minutes. It's relatively easy if you can climb…read morequite a few staircases. There is bathroom by the parking lot.

This is a lovely and new roadside park in Marquette along Lakeshore Boulevard, as you make your way…read moretoward Presque Isle Park. Here you'll find a surfaced parking lot, grills, picnic benches, a small shelter and public restrooms. If you want to make your way to the beach and the waters of Lake Superior, walk down one of two designated boardwalks to avoid stepping on the protected beach grass. Lakeshore Boulevard has a largely rocky shore, but this is a great stop to dip your toes in the sand or enjoy a picnic lunch like I did.

After moving here from the bike-friendliest spot in America (often tied for first with Portland,…read moreyes I know), I was yearning for a great trail to just ride; no cars, consistent surface and lots of scenery. The Iron Ore Heritage Trail (IOHT) does not disappoint. With equal parts of nature and history, it's a great destination for walkers, riders, joggers, kids and families. While not completely paved, the crushed aggregate is easily navigated on my city bike. I went out yesterday after a night of rain and the path was in great shape (surprise!). Folks in the area are very proud of this trail and rightfully so. It's beautiful and fun, a treasure for all ages to enjoy.

The Iron Ore Heritage Trail is a 47 Mile long multi-use trail that runs along Lake Superior and…read moredeep into the forests throughout Marquette County in Upper Michigan. The trails (which are basically the old railways that were used to move ore to the kilns along the lake) are now used for recreation such as hiking and biking. Along Lake Superior it passes through many parks and beaches with amazing views. There are also places to eat, shop or have a drink along the trail (at least in Marquette). I have only been on the trails in Marquette, which is a small portion of the 47 miles, but according to the information available online or at most touristy spots, there are plenty on other sights, foods and history to take in along the rest of the trail. All free!

pretty decent, good view of the lake, and a smooth beach for if you have sensitive feet. there are…read morea few rocks at the base, it you're looking for some. The bathroom is cleaner than most rest bathrooms are, you can tell they try to maintain it well. They also have plenty of parking for how small it is, and a couple of benches for taking a bit to sit down. Overall, I enjoyed my brief stop here, and I would encourage others to stop here if you need to rest.

Heading east out of Marquette there are a number of these roadside parks and this is the one I…read morechose after I realized that I had yawned a few times and needed a nap. As it's right on the Lake, it was a little bit peaceful to have the onshore breeze and a little bit of water noises to almost drown out the sounds of the busy roadway as I dozed. There are no services here. Just a park and some fencing to keep people from walking over the "dunes" to the waterside. It was a good spot for a rest. [Review 17921 overall - 327 in Michigan - 1442 of 2022.]