Take a stroll on the boardwalk along Lake Michigan. Follow the path to the of the pier and check out the East Breakwater Lighthouse or explore the Rails to Trails program. Camping, fishing, and shopping are some of the popular activities in and out of town. We can’t guarantee you will catch a fish, but you will certainly enjoy trying.
We are proud of our heritage and there are many historical sites to visit. Palms Brook State, Seul Choix Point Lighthouse in Guilliver, the Fayette State Park in Garden just to name a few. This area is rich with stories that dates to the day of the dinosaurs and there are a few ghost stories as well.
Palms Book State Park
(Kitch-iti-kipi, The Big Spring)
M-149 - Manistique, Michigan
Two hundred feet across and forty feet deep, Kitch-iti-kipi is Michigan’s largest spring. Over 10,000 gallons a minute gush from fissures in the underlying limestone. The flow continues throughout the year at a constant temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
Manistique Boardwalk
on Lake Michigan
along Lake Michigan - Manistique, Michigan
The Boardwalk runs down the Lake Michigan shore in the town of Manistique. Go for an early morning walk or take an afternoon and picnic in the park. You can view the Manistique Lighthouse or ships passing by. It is a wonderful way to spend a day.
Fayette State Park
& Historic Townsite
11 Road - Garden, Michigan
Fayette was once one of the Upper Peninsula's most productive iron-smelting operations. Located on the Garden Peninsula at Snail Shell Harbor. It is now a completely restored village including 22 historic buildings, museum exhibits and visitor center.
Seul Choix Point Lighthouse
Seul Choix Road - Gulliver, Michigan
Seul Choix Point Lighthouse in nearby Gulliver, was built to light the way for the increasing number of vessels carrying the iron ore that was being shipped out of Escanaba. It is now a community park for everyone to enjoy.
Indian Lake State Park
County Road 442 - Manistique, Michigan
Indian lake State Park is located on Indian Lake, the fourth largest inland lake in the Upper Peninsula. This 567-acre park is composed of two units featuring modern and semi-modern campsites, picnic shelters, swim beach, trails and boating access site.
Seney National Wildlife Refuge
Refuge Entrance Road - Seney, Michigan
Seney National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1935 for the protection and production of migratory birds and other wildlife. Today the Refuge is comprised of a rich mosaic of marshes, swamps, bogs, grasslands, and forests.
Haywire Grade Trail
Shingleton to Manistique, Michigan
Michigan’s first rail trail turned 50 years old in 2020. Some residents who live near the Haywire Grade, a multi-use trail that crosses the Upper Peninsula north to south from Shingleton to Manistique, are glad the trail is getting the recognition it deserves.
Hiawatha National Forest
Michigan's Upper Peninsula
The Hiawatha National Forest is located in Michigan and encompasses about 879,600 acres. The West Unit is located in the central of the Upper Peninsula, bordering two of the Great Lakes - Lake Superior and Lake Michigan.
Thompson State Fish Hatchery
M-149 - Manistique, Michigan
Thompson Fish Hatchery, located about eight miles west of Manistique on M-149 is open for tours. Most of the hatchery's annual production is cold water species such as brook trout, splake, brown trout, rainbow trout and chinook salmon most of which is planted in UP waters.
Bishop Baraga Shrine
near Indian Lake - Manistique, Michigan
The Bishop Baraga Shrine near Indian Lake includes a chapel, Indian dwellings, and buildings open to the public. Baraga founded many missions in northern Michigan. The original Indian Lake mission was built in anticipation of his first visit to the area in May of 1832.
Rainey Wildlife Area
Wawaushnosh Dr - Manistique, Michigan
A hiking trail that passes through maple, yellow birch, and mixed conifer habitat takes hikers over boardwalks and through wet areas, leading to an elevated observation platform, providing a feeling of remoteness with outstanding opportunities for viewing wildlife.
Manistique East Breakwater Light
Harbor - Manistique, Michigan
The Manistique Breakwater lighthouse is located in the harbor of Manistique, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. The present Manistique Light was first lit on August 17, 1916 and is a bright red square tower with a black lantern room.
Lakeview Memorial Park
US-2 - Manistique, Michigan
Located on US HWY 2 in Manistique, Carl D. Bradley Lakeview Memorial Park was renamed in July of 2014 after the famous Shipwreck of the Carl D. Bradley. The wreck site is located 160 degrees S E and 23 miles off shore from this point.
Restaurants
Dining in Manistique, Michigan
From a classic home-cooked breakfast to delicious sandwiches, fresh fish or Detroit style pizza, find what you crave at these local restaurants.
Manistique Social District
Downtown Manistique
This program allows locals and visitors to purchase alcoholic beverages from participating bars and restaurants and then enjoy them throughout the district's common areas.
Shopping
Shopping in Manistique, Michigan
Whether you're looking for unique gifts, clothing, jewelry, fresh produce, souvenirs or hand-crafted items, you'll find it in Manistique.
Events & Festivals
Events in Manistique, Michigan
Manistique is a laid-back community where you can get away from the world for awhile, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t fun and exciting things happing in the city every day.
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Benny the Beard Fisher
M-77 (Manistique River) - Germfask, Michigan
Located along the Manistique River near Northland Outfitters Campground, you'll find Benny The Beard Fisher, a remarkable creation by Thomas Dambo, a renowned "Recycle Art Activist" from Denmark.
Historic Manistique Water Tower
River Street - Manistique, Michigan
The Schoolcraft County Historical Park, in Manistique, features a museum and the historic 200 foot tall brick water tower. The octagonal tower, built in 1922, has a capacity of 200,000 gallons and was built in the Roman style of architecture.
Kewadin Casino
US-2 - Manistique, Michigan
Kewadin Casino, located in Manistique, offers all the excitement of a full-size casino, featuring Blackjack, Craps, Poker, Bingo, Keno, Roulette and slot machines. Complimentary casino shuttle services available to all hotels.
Manistique Central Park
Maple Street - Manistique, Michigan
"The Jewel of the Emerald City" - The 40-acre park which surrounds Manistique's quarry pond, has areas set up for a variety activities including sledding, archery, a walking and nature trail, a baseball field, basketball and tennis courts, picnic areas, swimming beach and fishing piers.
Manistique on the Harbor
(Mackinaw Trail Winery Tasting Room)
Lakeshore Drive - Manistique, Michigan
A unique waterfront tasting room. Sit on the dock and enjoy a glass of wine. Hours are Monday - Saturday 12-8pm and Sundays 12-6pm.
Living Waters Memorial Fountain
Triangle Park (Cedar St) - Manistique, Michigan
The Manistique GFWC Women’s Club spent five years planning, fundraising and building the “Living Waters Memorial” fountain.
Christmas Tree Ship Historical Marker
US-2 - Thompson, Michigan
This historical marker just 7 miles from Manistique tells the story of Thompson's past and the final departure spot of The Rouse Simmons, Chicago’s “Christmas Tree Ship” in 1912.
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