15 Fun Things to Do in Escanaba Mi This Summer

Escanaba is a charming town located on the banks of the Escanaba River. Little but mighty, it offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation for the entire family. From horse riding to fishing and hiking, there’s something for everyone in Escanaba. Here are 10 of our favorite things to do in Escanaba Mi this summer.

A Short History of The Saginaw Bay Fishery

Historically, Saginaw Bay supported Lake Huron’s largest commercial walleye fishery and was second in the Great Lakes to only Lake Erie.

The earliest commercial fisheries dated to the 1830s, and walleye were specifically noted in catch records as early as 1858.

The Mystery of Michigan’s St. Joseph Indian Trail

The St. Joseph Trail was an ancient major native American route that traversed the southern portion of Michigan—originating near the mouth of the St. Joseph river, it continued eastward terminating near Ann Arbor and connecting with the other major trail systems along the Straits of Detroit.