It’s Official: EF-2 Port Austin Tornado Wreaks Havoc – 6 hurt
National Weather Service confirmed on an EF-2 tornado tore a 7 mile path through Port Austin Michigan. The last EF-2 tornado hit Michigan in 2019.
Includes a path map of the twister.
Tag: Port Austin
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.
Turnip Rock Mi In Top 13 Amazing Rock Formations in America by CNN
Cable News Network, CNN, has declared Huron County’s iconic rock one of America’s most amazing, or weird, rock formations. Located on private property at Pointe Aux Barques and accessible only by canoe or kayak.
Where Am I ? – A Neat Little Port Austin Alley
There is a brand new store at the end of the road in Port Austin.
This bright white establishment offers a carry-out breakfast and lunch.
Dark Skies Project for Michigan Upper Thumb Stargazing and Nightlife
At the tip of Michigan’s Thumb, Port Crescent State Park is one of six Dark Sky Preserves in Michigan. The park’s designation as a Dark Sky Preserve is another unique element. Visitors can experience this without having to drive further north or to the Upper Peninsula.
Exploring The Port Austin Art Scene: The White Church Gallery
We explore tone of the finest galleries in the Upper Thumb.
Located in Grindstone City the White Church Gallery is a unique find and full of great work from local artists.
Oak Beach County Park Boat Ramp Restored
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.
3 Beaming Huron County Lighthouses Guard the Shore
Michigan’s Upper Thumbs hosts three lighthouses. Each can be visited and explored.
Big Crowds Explore Port Austin Farmers Market
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.