News & Fun in Michigan
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.
The Huron County Road Commission restores the small boat ramp at Oak Beach County Park in time for the summer boating season.
This was due to the organization of the 300 member Oak Beach Boat Launch Supporters Group.
Michigan’s Upper Thumbs hosts three lighthouses. Each can be visited and explored.
The first unofficial days of summer is Memorial Day weekend.
Thousands of folks flocked to Port Austin for the 2021 opening of the Port Austin Farmers Market.
Top 15 “Must See” Michigan Upper Thumb Attractions.
A perfect recipe for a day trip or a week of exploring. Many are free to see and all are an easy drive to get to.
A legend telling of secret Indian lead mines and murder of a young couple are conveyed in this verbal history of the Upper Thumb of Michigan.
Port Crescent State Park, located in southern Michigan, was once a thriving lumber town before becoming a ghost town. Today, it offers outdoor activities and preserves a rich history, including remnants of its past, amid scenic natural beauty along Lake Huron.
We encountered many folks who have come up to Michigan’s Upper Thumb for their entire lives but never have seen these top ten sites. They offer a glimpse of the history and beauty of native Michigan and its Great Lakes.
The Upper Thumb offers many family friendly attractions and things to do.
The Summer of 2021 looks return to offering events and festivals that we love to attend and see.
