Regional Site-Seeing Opportunities
(Sorted by distance from Curtis, Michigan) |
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2 miles
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This Eastern Upper Peninsula home sits in a wooded area, across the road from Wolfe Bay on the the beautiful South Manistique Lake, three miles West of Curtis, Michigan, and just over an hour West of the Mackinac Bridge.
The cabin has been built in 2005 – 2006 by loving groups and volunteers. All are welcome, but priority and discounts will be given to those in vocational Christian service. The cabin is also large enough for staff retreats. |
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11 miles
13 min.
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PeninsulaSeney Wildlife Refuge Canoe, Kayak and Bike Trips. Northland Outfitters is your headquarters for exploring Seney National Wildlife Refuge and the entire eastern Upper Peninsula. Rent canoes or kayaks at Northland Outfitters and follow the beautiful Manistique River through the Refuge for a scenic wilderness experience your whole family will enjoy. Rent bikes or hike the 50 miles of trails for even greater access to wildlife viewing. Shop at Northland Outfitters for quality clothing, gifts and gear. |
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14 miles
16 min.
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Seney National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1935 for the protection and production of migratory birds and other wildlife. The refuge is composed of a rich mosaic of marsh, swamp, bog, grasslands and forest, with nearly two-thirds wetlands. Today, it protects habitat for threatened and endangered species, as well as a variety of wildlife. |
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31 miles
33 min.
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The GarLyn Zoo is a fun family outing featuring both native and exotic animals in natural settings. Located in Naubinaway, just a short drive west of Mackinaw City, GarLyn Zoo is the perfect way to experience wildlife from around the world during your visit to the Mackinac Island area. From black bear and bobcat to camel and patagonian cavy, there's a sight for nearly every animal lover at the GarLyn Zoo!
Of course, GarLyn isn't just a zoo but an all-out natural experience. The entire park engulfs you in the feeling of wandering through a forest, with cedar mulch walking paths surrounded by giant pine trees. Allow your family to explore animals from around the world during your next visit to the Mackinac Island area with a quick trip to Naubinway and the GarLyn Zoo. |
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30 miles
37 min.
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Welcome to Oswald's Bear Ranch. This complex is the Largest (bear only) Bear Ranch in the entire United States! We are found only in the Wild Upper Peninsula of Michigan. |
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48 miles
56 min.
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One of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi. It has a drop of nearly 50 feet and is more than 200 feet across. A maximum flow of more than 50,000 gallons of water per second has been recorded cascading over these falls. Four miles downstream is the Lower Falls, a series of five smaller falls cascading around an island. Although not as dramatic as the Upper Falls, they are equally magnificent. |
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53 miles
57 min.
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America's first national lakeshore. Its name comes from the sandstone rock cliffs that are exposed along the lakeshore, known as the Pictured Rocks. The cliffs are most prominent along the shoreline of Lake Superior between Sand Point and Little Beaver Lake, a stretch of 15 miles. In some areas the cliffs rise some 200 feet above the lake. |
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56 miles
62 min.
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Scuba Dive or Snorkel the Shipwrecks of Lake Superior in the Alger Underwater Preserve |
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53 miles
70 min.
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Check out the 8,200-acre wildlife preserve at Wilderness State Park, or look into the crystal depths of Kitchitikipi, a 45-foot deep natural spring in Palms Book State Park. |
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60 miles
60 min.
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The Deer Ranch features dozens of native Michigan Whitetail Deer and fawns all in a natural setting which you can photograph and feed while walking along a nature trail. |
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67 miles
76 min.
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If you have never fished Stannard Rock, it is an adventure of a lifetime you don't want to miss. It is a full day charter to the most remote fishing location on Superior where fish come up from the depths to feed on a sunken island nearing the surface. Lake Trout in excess of twenty pounds are generally caught by casting spoons and jigs. |
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70 miles
76 min.
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A charming village where unique shopping, unforgettable dining and first-class entertainment come together! Turn a day of shopping into an adventure! Your adventure in shopping begins the moment you step foot on our cobblestone pathways. You'll enjoy our quaint Victorian-style architecture, complete with sparkling fountains and outdoor dining opportunities. Spend the day exploring more than 45 exciting shops including 8 terrific eateries! |
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71 miles
65 min.
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Tour acres of pristine Mackinac Island beauty by carriage and bicycle. Congregate on a stately white column veranda for the rebirth of storytelling. Promenade the lakeshore boardwalk in the moonlight. Or, simply marvel alone about the wonders of pampered relaxation. Without a sliver of doubt, you’ll see the end of your Mackinac Island visit comes too soon. |
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71 miles
77 min.
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Mackinaw City is located in Cheboygan County and Emmet County, at the very top of Michigan’s lower peninsula, at the southern side of the Mackinaw Bridge. Gateway to the U.P., it is one of the top-of-the-list places to see in Michigan. Its many attractions include Fort Michilimackinac, the Old Mackinac Lighthouse, and Mill Creek. It also serves 3 passenger boat lines to Mackinac Island. Its many unique stores and restaurants along the main street area make it a great place to shop. The view of the Bridge is a must-see from the park along the coastline on the city’s north side. |
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72 miles
82 min.
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The Upper Peninsula had seen several towns boom and bust with the discovery of iron and copper. The State of Michigan's DNR and Historical Societies teamed up to excavate and reconstruct the old iron ore smelting village of Fayette, circa: the early to mid 1800's. A couple buildings were already rebuilt, but most of the structures had only remnants of walls. There were hundreds of acres with good walking trails, a swim beach, playground and picnic area for daytime visitors, and a semi rustic campground that provided electricity and pump water, but no shower rooms or flush toilettes. |
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76 miles
70 min.
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Constructed by British soldiers during the American Revolution, Fort Mackinac served as a sentinel in the Straits of Mackinac for 115 years. Today the original restored fort is a National Historic Landmark. (On Mackinac Island)
Colonial Michilimackinac is a reconstructed 1715 French fur-trading village and military outpost that was later occupied by British military and traders. Today, it features re-enactments from British 1770s occupation and the American Revolution era. A National Historic Landmark, Colonial Michilimackinac is accredited by American Association of Museums. |
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83 miles
91 min.
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Watching the huge vessels pass through the Soo locks is a unique experience that cannot be seen anywhere else in the United States. The locks at the Soo will hold the huge 1000' freighters used on the Great Lakes. |
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83 miles
90 min.
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The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum is the only one of its kind dedicated to the perils of maritime transport on the Great Lakes. It is fittingly located at Whitefish Point, Michigan, site of the oldest active lighthouse on Lake Superior. |
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84 miles
88 min.
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Welcome aboard one of the most popular train excursions in North America. This one day wilderness excursion will take you 114 miles north of Sault Ste. Marie, over towering trestles, alongside pristine northern lakes and rivers, and through the awesome granite rock formations and mixed forests of the Canadian Shield. |
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86 miles
94 min.
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With over 30 years of boating experience on the Great Lakes as well as the St. Clair and St. Mary's Rivers, Captain Jim Shutt is an 8 year resident of the Les Cheneaux Area. Captain Jim has been an avid fisherman and visitor to the area for nearly 16 years.
Favorite fishing charters are usually booked for the Northern Lake Huron area and the St. Mary's River system departing from Hessel, MI. Other departure points include St. Ignace, Cedarville, DeTour, Drummond Island and Mackinac Island. |
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133 miles
149 min.
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You will never forget the thrilling experience of visiting the Iron Mountain Iron Mine. Watch expert miners operate modern mining machinery as you ride on the underground trains.
This fascinating tour, with skilled guides, takes you through 2600 feet of underground drifts and tunnels to 400 feet below the earth's surface to see the reality of iron mining. |
