?Bay Crest Cabins, once located along US-25 near Port Austin, Michigan, exemplified the mid-20th-century trend of roadside lodging catering to travelers exploring Michigan’s Thumb region. These establishments offered affordable accommodations to tourists visiting attractions like Turnip Rock and Port Crescent State Park.?
Specific historical records about Bay Crest Cabins are limited. However, similar establishments, such as the Burnt Cabin Pointe Resort and Horse Shoe Park Cabins, operated in the area during the 1940s and 1950s. Over time, many of these family-owned resorts either closed or transformed to meet changing tourism demands. Today, while Bay Crest Cabins no longer operate, the Port Austin area continues to welcome visitors with various lodging options, including modern cabins and cottages
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