How far apart is Tahquamenon Falls and Pictured Rocks?
How far is it from Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore to Tahquamenon Falls State Park? The distance between Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Tahquamenon Falls State Park is 54 miles. The road distance is 97 miles.
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There is plenty to see and do in this area of the park—including miles of hiking trails, waterfalls, and pristine beaches. Regardless of how much time you have at Pictured Rocks, be sure to allow for at least a day to explore the western end of the park.
The falls are within Tahquamenon Falls State Park, between the towns of Newberry and Paradise, and are a popular tourist destination during all seasons.
Explore this 10.2-mile out-and-back trail near Paradise, Michigan. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 34 min to complete.
The more famous Upper Tahquamenon Falls is 200 feet across with a drop of almost 50 feet. The lower falls are about 4 miles downstream, and are, in fact, a series of five smaller falls around a small island. The Lower Falls can be a hidden gem when it comes to Tahquamenon Falls.
42 Miles of Sweet SerenityThe North Country Trail stretches the entire 42-miles of the Pictured Rocks along the lake. If you're into backcountry camping and want to spend a few days exploring the park, this is the way to go. There's even a shuttle bus available to give you a ride back to where you started.
Marcelo Galizio has taken the trip over Tahqhamenon Falls 18 times in his life, but it's his most recent trip that's earned the attention of people all over Michigan.
The best time to visit Pictured Rocks National LakeshoreThe national lakeshore is open all year round, 24 hours a day. The busiest time at the park is late spring to mid-autumn, but every season is gorgeous here.