Emerald Lake House

05/09/2023

See the beauty of Kewadin Country on foot! The Manistique area is filled with trails for you to explore. Check them out here: http://www.visitmanistique.com/hike.shtml and stop by Kewadin Manistique to fuel up for your adventure.

05/08/2023

2023 RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

With all of the recent construction at the Seney National Wildlife Refuge many visitors may wonder what will be available this summer.

The bridge and water control structure repairs that closed the Marshland Wildlife Drive and Fishing Loop in 2022 are complete and awaiting the final inspection. Once the inspection is complete, we will be able to make final preparations to open the drive. As long as we do not suffer any delays, we are hoping to open the drives on May 15.

Although the drives will re-open this summer, portions of the Pine Ridge Nature Trail, the after-hour restrooms, picnic shelter and parking lot near the entrance to the drive will be closed during the construction. The only thing visitors will have access to from the entrance road are the Marshland Drive and Fishing Loop. We are asking our visitors to keep this in mind during their visit. Visitors who normally park and bike or drop trailers in preparation to take the drive will need to do some advanced planning. The drives have narrow winding roads and are not appropriate for all vehicles. Oversized vehicles should review our guidelines below before taking the drive.

PARKING LOTS FOR TRAILER DROP OR BIKING ACCESS
The parking lot at the old visitor center (at the start of the Marshland Wildlife Drive) will not be available during the construction of the new visitor center and office. People who normally park here to bike or use this location to drop off trailers before taking the drive will need to use an alternate parking lot. You may park or drop your trailer at one of our other parking lots. Please do not block the gates.

• Northern Hardwoods access area (take Robinson Street, in Germfask across from Big Cedar Campground, for 1 mile to the parking lot by the refuge gate.)
• Driggs River Road access area (seven miles west of the town of Seney on M-28, Driggs River Road is on the south side of the road at the west end of the passing lane. Take Driggs River Road 2 miles south to the parking area.)
• Temporary Visitor Center on River Road (you may park here during Visitor Center hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday)

MARSHLAND DRIVE & FISHING LOOP RESTRICTIONS
The Marshland Wildlife Drive (7 miles) and Fishing Loop (8.5 miles) are one-way, narrow, winding roads. These roads are not appropriate for all vehicles. Size restrictions are:
• Vehicles over 28 feet are not allowed on the drive.
• If your wheelbase is over 234 inches you will not be able to make the turns.
• Turning radius needs to be 45 degrees.
• Vehicle width cannot exceed 9 feet.
• Vehicle clearance is 11 feet.

PINE RIDGE NATURE TRAIL ACCESS
Portions of the Pine Ridge Nature Trail will be closed until the visitor center project is complete. The best way to access the open portion of the trail will be from the Show Pool Shelter site. The trail will be an out and back trail, not a loop. It is approximately 1 mile from the Show Pool Shelter to I Pool. Note: There will be times when the whole trail is closed for rehab work; check in for updates.

VISITOR CENTER
To accommodate our visitors, we invite you to visit us at our temporary visitor center (opens May 16) and office located at 1986 River Road/Co Rd 436. There you will be able to find additional information and use restrooms.

Open May 15 to Oct. 20 - Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Map: Portions of the Pine Ridge Nature Trail will be open intermittently in 2023.

01/18/2023

The annual Super Saturday Snowshoe at the Lab will be on February 11, 2023 from 10AM to noon. There will be snowshoes available to borrow if you need them. This event is free and always a fun time for people of all ages. Even if there is not much snow (but there certainly could be by then!), come out and enjoy a winter walk in the woods. Please note that due to construction delays, restrooms are not available at this time.

09/04/2022

Northern Lights from our dock last night.

08/29/2022

07/27/2022

Uncover the scenic lakeside gems of Manistique beyond the usual U.S. 2 fuel stops

06/09/2022

Here is our Independence Day Celebration (for Manistique) Poster.

Many are asking why we are having our Fireworks on Sunday, July 3rd? This was the only date available due to labor shortages - keep in mind we started planning last February.

Given the fact that our fireworks costs has increased by 30% - we are very grateful to our community who have stepped up in a big way to help us meet our financial challenges.

Thank you everyone!

04/09/2022

A prime time to go chasing waterfalls

04/03/2022

Avoid the crowds in Mackinaw City and on Mackinac Island. Cross the Mackinac Bridge and enjoy lots of great things to do in St Ignace, Michigan!

04/03/2022

Make your way to Alger County in the Upper Peninsula for an adventure along this beautiful waterfall trail in Michigan.

12/19/2021

We’re excited to officially announce the Winter Laser Light Display! Every Thursday-Saturday from December 23rd-January 15th. Each week will feature various fun and festive displays from 6-9 PM on the south side of the historic Lower Harbor Ore Dock. ☃️🌟🌊

12/14/2021

The U.P. turns 185 today🎂 On Dec. 14, 1836, the Upper Peninsula became a part of Michigan.

12/12/2021

The Cope Bridge

09/09/2021

🍁 That fall feeling is in the air!

09/08/2021

06/29/2021

06/16/2021

Here is our poster for our Independence Day Celebration 2021, all we need is you to have a great time celebrating our Nations 245th Birthday!

06/15/2021

Many Independence Day celebrations are returning for 2021.

06/10/2021

Looking for some summer fun?! Come on U.P. (get it?!) and attend a FREE drive-in movie! We are sponsoring the Christmas in July event! 📽🎄🎅

06/09/2021

Hey Golfers! Check this out!
Here’s a chance to have some fun, help out a great cause and win some awesome cash prizes!!
⛳️🏌️‍♀️🏌️💰🍻🍽
Get your team together and
register at the Club House
OR
Call 906-286-0035

06/08/2021

If you're looking for a unique natural outing, stroll along Manistique's beautiful boardwalk that hugs Lake Michigan's most northern shoreline. Photo: Laurie Etta

06/08/2021

Ladies! It’s that time of year again - time for the annual “Breast Cancer Tournament”
Here are the details -we hope for an awesome turnout! 💗🏌️‍♀️🏌️‍♀️

06/02/2021

Our community event poster for Manistique/Schoolcraft County. A huge thanks to 'The Advisor' and the Schoolcraft Tourism & Commerce in putting this poster together.

04/27/2021

Manistique’s own mini golf featuring Chocolate Shoppe ice cream from Madison, Wisconsin!🍦

04/19/2021

Boardwalk construction at the Lower Falls has begun!
The viewing platforms will remain open.
If hiking the River Trail, please follow the re-route.

04/10/2021

02/18/2018

Upper Limits Media, LLC

This is a must see when visiting Manistique.

Kitch-iti-kipi - Palms Book State Park - Manistique, MI

An underwater tour of the Big Spring, Kitch-iti-kipi!

Watch as dozens of lake trout, brown trout and brook trout swim in the aqua colored 45 degree water.

A kaleidoscope effect of ever-changing shapes and forms are caused by the clouds of sand kept in constant motion by 10,000 gallons of gushing water from the spring floor.

Watch in "HD" and turn on the volume.

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