How to Visit Turnip Rock in Port Austin, Michigan
A trip to see Turnip Rock in Michigan requires more than just a GPS destination. The iconic formation, located off the shore of Port Austin at the…
Tag: Huron County
Huron County is located at the tip of the “thumb” area of Michigan. It is surrounded on three sides by water – Saginaw Bay and Lake Huron. The county has a land area of 824 square miles bordered by an irregular shore, 93 miles long.
Huron County ranks as one of the top agricultural counties in Michigan. Major crops grown in the county are corn, navy beans, sugar beets, wheat, alfalfa, oats, and barley. Major agricultural enterprises include dairy, livestock, and poultry production.
Because of the natural beauty and ideal topography and sandy beaches, it’s an ideal setting for the tourism industry.
?The shoreline offers numerous opportunities for vacationers. With two state parks – Sleeper State Park and Port Crescent State Park. Two roadside parks – Jenks Park and Brown Park. Also, the County maintains nine county parks along the shoreline.
Port Austin Travel Guide: Navigating the Tip of Michigan’s Thumb in 2026
A trip to Port Austin, Michigan, requires a different mindset than a typical beach vacation. Located at the northernmost point of Huron County, where…
Michigan Solar Farms Expected to Outpace New Wind Turbines Through 2030
Michigan projections show large solar farms providing more than 80% of expected solar and wind growth, with major developments proposed across the Thumb.
The Story of Indian Dave – A Legend in the Thumb 1803–1909
In 1866, two men paddled a canoe from Vassar to Caro carrying the official government records that would settle a heated dispute over the location of…
Three Huron County Beaches Remain Closed After High E. Coli Readings
Bird Creek Bathing Beach has reopened, but three Huron County beaches remain closed after E. coli tests exceeded state safety standards.
Tracing Caseville History: A Guide to Huron County’s Industrial Roots
In the late 1800s, Caseville’s salt wells produced up to 50,000 barrels annually, a massive output that fueled the rapid growth of this Saginaw Bay…
Harbor Beach Maritime Festival 2026 Brings Music, Drone Show and Fun Family Events
The Harbor Beach Maritime Festival returns July 8-12, 2026, with five days of music, contests, food, family activities and waterfront events at Judge James H. Lincoln Memorial Park.
Thumb Brewery To Release ‘Collin’s Mild Ale’ For Huron County Nature Center Benefit
Thumb Brewery will release Collin’s Mild Ale on July 2 in Caseville during a benefit for the Huron County Nature Center. The event includes samples, raffle items, commemorative cups and wildlife education.
White Rock Michigan History – Amazing 1842 Map Labels “Zappapoiton” and “Zappapoie River” Near White Rock.
An 1842 map marked “Zappapoiton” and “Zappapoie River” at present-day White Rock. The stream is now Elm Creek. This piece explains the labels, the location, and why the names disappeared.
History of Bad Axe Michigan – How a Place With a Strange Name Became a Center of Huron County
Bad Axe grew from a rough lumber settlement into the center of Michigan’s Thumb. This Michigan Moments feature looks at the railroad era, downtown businesses, fairs, farming, and local legends.