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TAHQUAMENON FALLS STATE PARK
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Upper Falls. A dramatic observation platform lets you stand at the falls' brink and look down at the 50-foot rush of falling water, 200 feet wide. Look out a bit and you can gaze on the tranquil river before its plummet. Come early to avoid crowds ...
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Lower Falls. Four miles below the more spectacular Upper Falls, the smaller Lower Falls, with its series of cascades, can be enjoyed from an island if you rent a rowboat. It's a more contemplative experience ...
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Wilderness trails north of M-123. 17 miles of trail get hikers away from crowds and into wildlife-rich wilderness habitat: lakes, conifer forests, sandy ridges, and bogs. The North Country Trail connects from the Two-Hearted River to the Falls. ...
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North Star Bakery. A surprising treat in this remote area off the electrical grid: a bakery with a wood-fired brick oven turning out crusty loaves of European-style sourdough breads - 17 kinds, several cheese combinations, multigrains, French, raisin-walnut ...
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Wilderness trails north of M-123
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North of M-123, trails up to 13 miles long enable hikers to get away from the crowds in the backcountry. Trails pass through many habitats, including conifer forests, sandy ridges, and boggy lakes typical of the eastern Upper Peninsula. A series of three wilderness lakes with northern pike and perch can be reached by an access road to Clark Lake and a half-mile portage to Betsy Lake.
The staff, hard-pressed by budget limitations, has now been able to mark these trails. Expect to have to climb over windfalls in places. Except for the small portion of the Giant Pine Loop up to the Upper Falls viewing platform, these trails are not handicap-accessible and can be difficult in places. Park staff is happy to recommend hikes to suit your interests.
The North Country Trail passes through the park, going east to the Rivermouth Campground and picnic area. North beyond the park, the North Country Trail has many wet areas as it goes up to Lake Superior near the mouth of the Two Hearted River. Waterproof footgear is recommended.
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