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Muskallonge Lake State Park
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This park offers convenient access to a warmer inland lake, Muskallonge Lake, with picnic area and to a beautiful Lake Superior beach north of H-58, reached by a stairway. This stretch of Lake Superior has sand in some places, rocks (including agates) in others.
The North Country Trail parallels the Lake Superior shore from a nearby wooded ridge — wonderfully wild, but accessible, a good place for an in-and-out hike of moderate difficulty. Compared to Pictured Rocks, few visitors are here even in summer. Breezes off the big lake keep bugs way down compared with inland locations.
To reach either beach, turn into the campground drive. For the North Country Trail and Lake Superior, park by the office. Drive toward the campground to the developed beach and picnic area.
The best fishing in Muskallonge Lake is for pike, walleye, and some perchs. Lake Superior fishing, especially at the river mouths, is good for trout, salmon, and menominee. Boats and motors can be rented from Deer Park Lodge (906-658-3341) on H-58 a little west of the park.
There's more to this park than meets the eye. Pick up a map and ask about Cranberry Lake, Trout Creek, and other parts of the park.
18 miles east of Grand Marais on H-58 (gravel), or 26 miles north of Newberry via M-123 and H-37. (906) 658-3338. State park sticker required: $6/day for Michigan residents, $8 for others. Annual sticker: $24 and $29. Handicap accessible: restrooms & shower builidngs. Otherwise, call.
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