Port Crescent State Park Renovation – Campground Closed For 2024 Season
PORT AUSTIN, MI — Amid the tranquil shores of Lake Huron, at the very tip of Michigan’s thumb, Port Crescent State Park is embarking on …
Finding Fun in Michigan & Beyond
Port Austin, is at the the tip of Michigan’s Thumb. The end of the road. From such a stance one can stand in the harbor and see a beautiful sunrise and sunset over Lake Huron and Saginaw Bay without moving an inch. Blessed with clear water, sandy beaches and dunes, unique rock formations, and the finest fishing anywhere.
Cute shops, a top rated farmer’s market, a variety of parks, camping, accommodations and visitor ‘fun stuff’ are all plentiful.
Travel West on M-25 and find the shoreline dotted with parks, beaches and recreational facilities. Head East and visit historic areas such as Grindstone City. Go back in time with in the the restored lumber town museum of Huron City. Take in the vista at Lighthouse County Park featuring historic Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse.
PORT AUSTIN, MI — Amid the tranquil shores of Lake Huron, at the very tip of Michigan’s thumb, Port Crescent State Park is embarking on …
We did an informal poll of Huron County’s breakfast scene and found it as diverse as it is delicious. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic diner experience or something more unconventional, these 7 local favorites have you covered.
wing to the rhythm of the Bill Denbrock Big Band at Gallup Park! From classic tunes to modern numbers, this free concert promises an unforgettable night of music and dance.
Amazing things to do in Port Austin. The tip of Michigan’s Thumb.
Found just south of Oak Beach, the Emergency Ack is a large sculpture that emerges from a farm field. Built of salvaged timber from an 1890s barn.
Immerse yourself in the fusion of art and nature at the Huron County Nature Center. Experience the Detroit Institute of Arts’ Inside|Out Program’s masterpieces nestled within the tranquil forest environment.
The Upper Thumb offers some of the finest Michigan kayaking areas for both the novice and expert.
In November 1924, the idyllic town of Caseville, Michigan, faced a harrowing challenge as a massive forest fire, sparked by careless hunters, threatened to engulf the entire community. Fueled by high winds, the fire spread across Huron County, menacing surrounding villages and valuable Thumb property. As the inferno drew closer to the town, hundreds of courageous men from nearby areas rallied together to answer Caseville’s desperate call for help.