The History of The Pointe Aux Barques Cottage Community in Michigan’s Thumb
The year is 1912. An exclusive modern resort community is opened at the tip of Michigan’s thumb with direct train service from Detroit.
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6 Fascinating Places to See at Harbor Beach Michigan
Home to the world’s largest man-made fresh water harbor, the port of Harbor Beach is an ideal stopping point for sailors making their way up the shore of Lake Huron.
Rent a kayak and see three shipwrecks in the harbor
Couple Takes Winter Cross Country Ski To Turnip Rock
A couple takes a photo adventure of cross-country ski hike from Port Austin harbor to Turnip Rock at Pointe Aux Barques.
Taking a five-mile round trip winter trek to the formation is the only way to see Turnip Rock in the winter.
The First Woman Lighthouse Keeper in Michigan Ran The Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse
In 1849, Catherine Shook was appointed the first woman lighthouse keeper in the State of Michigan. She ran the Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse until 1851.
Turnip Rock – 7 Basic Things to Know When You Kayak
One of the most amazing sites in the #Michigan Upper Thumb is Turnip Rock. It’s the #1 tourist attraction in the Upper Thumb. Here are the top tips on how to visit the site and things to know before you go. .
Lighthouses of Michigan’s Upper Thumb
There are 124 Michigan lighthouses across the state. They are unique, functional and draw many visitors to explore their grounds or climb the towers. Of the four lighthouses in the Upper Thumb, only one is accessible directly from the land. All the others need a boat to access. Port Austin Reef Lighthouse The light was first … Read more