Agnostik
National Lakeshore · MI

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coastal features and affects every ecosystem, creating a unique landscape to explore. Hiking, camping, sightseeing, and four-season outdoor opportunities abound.

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Photos

Au Sable Lighthouse and light keeper's quarters
Au Sable Lighthouse and light keeper's quarters
Shallow creek narrowing through the forest.
Shallow creek in the Beaver Basin Wilderness
Three sections of cliffs sticking out into Lake Superior like the bows of battleships.
15 miles of carved and colorful cliffs along the Lake Superior shoreine.
The Grand Sable Dunes rise up 300 feet from Lake Superior.
The Grand Sable Dunes rise up 300 feet from Lake Superior.
Kayakers near Lovers Leap rock arch formation
Kayakers near Lovers Leap
Backcountry camping at Benchmark site showing tent surrounded by ferns and trees.
Backpacking and camping are a popular activities.
Ice climber on a curtain of ice along the Pictured Rocks Escarpment
Ice climbing is a popular winter activity.
High volume of water flowing at Miners Falls
Water flowing over Miners Falls
Miner's Castle rock formation along the Lake Superior shoreline.
View the Miner's Castle rock formation from the adjacent cliffs or from a boat.
Mineral stained cliffs and collapsed rock arch along Lake Superior
Springtime along the Chapel / Mosquito hiking loop

Activities

  • Auto and ATV
  • Scenic Driving
  • Astronomy
  • Stargazing
  • Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Boating
  • Motorized Boating
  • Jet Skiing
  • Boat Tour
  • Camping
  • Backcountry Camping
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Car or Front Country Camping
  • Group Camping
  • RV Camping
  • Climbing
  • Ice Climbing
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Boat Tour
  • Hands-On
  • Volunteer Vacation
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Hunting and Gathering
  • Hunting
  • Paddling
  • Canoeing
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Kayaking
  • Stand Up Paddleboarding
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • SCUBA Diving
  • Skiing
  • Cross-Country Skiing
  • Snow Play
  • Snowmobiling
  • Snowshoeing
  • Swimming
  • Freshwater Swimming
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store