Port Austin Mi – 20 Unique & Amazing Things to Do
If you’re looking for something new to do on your visit to Port Austin, we have some fantastic and unique ideas. Here are a few of the best. at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb.
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Michigan is known as the Great Lakes State. Surrounded by five of the six Great Lakes. ThumbWind has a number of stories devoted to Michigan places, food, and places to visit. Here are a few to explore
Au Sable River Road Scenic Byway – 6 Secret Spots With Amazing Vistas
Located just north of Tawas, this 22-mile scenic byway extends westward from the shore of Lake Huron paralleling the historic Au Sable River.
There is much to see and explore along its 22 mile scenic route.
Discover Bird Creek County Park – Port Austin’s Beach Haven
Bird Creek County Park in Port Austin offers a family-friendly beach experience with a fun splash pad, kayaking adventures, and stunning harbor views – all at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb.
Its also a casting off point for Turnip Rock and Broken Rocks kayaking.
Discover Enchantment: 10 More Spectacular Day Trips in Michigan’s Thumb Region – Part Two
In Part One of our Michigan Day Trip Around the Thumb we traveled from Port Huron up the eastern shore of Lake Huron to the tip of the Thumb. Our starting point for the second half of our adventure is in Grindstone City. We will begin heading west along Saginaw Bay’s shore of sugar sand beaches and interesting coastal towns and villages. I hope you brought your bathing suit because this side of the Thumb offers some of the best swimming beaches in Michigan.
Fear of Fed Public Media Cuts Force Lay Offs At MSU’s WKAR
WKAR Public Media lays off nine staff due to a CPB funding rescission, which impacts TV production, digital operations, and fundraising. Federal budget cuts exacerbate challenges for public broadcasters, threatening crucial services and community programs across Michigan.
Fireworks in Michigan’s Thumb Region – 9 Dazzling Displays To Celebrate Independence Day
Fireworks in Michigan’s Thumb Region will light up the skies from July 3 to 12, with events spanning five counties. Safety officials urge responsible use amid rising injury rates associated with consumer fireworks during the festivities.
10 Marvelous Great Lakes Beaches You Should Visit & Walk in 2025
If you have lived and traveled in the Great Lakes region I think you will agree that there are some pretty amazing sites to explore. This may be the reason that so many folks in the upper lakes don’t venture far during family vacations. There is simply too much awesomeness that one must not miss. Here are 9 of the most unique beaches in the Great Lakes region.
Explore the Best Michigan Lighthouses in the Upper Thumb: A Complete Guide to 5 Scenic Coastal Beacons
Michigan boasts 124 unique lighthouses, with several undergoing restoration. Noteworthy sites include the historic Port Austin Reef and Pointe Aux Barques lighthouses, drawing visitors interested in exploration, history, and stunning views along the Great Lakes.