Basic Information

Four photos in a banner style: from left to right, a field of trillium, a view of a rock arch from the water, autumn leaves, and a winter wetland scene — There is a variety of things to do and see at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore!
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Welcome to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore!

Pictured Rocks offers towering multicolored sandstone cliffs, miles of sparkling beaches, dashing waterfalls, huge sand dunes, inland lakes and streams, deep green forests... and it's all yours to explore! Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is managed by the National Park Service, and it was the first of the nation's four national lakeshores to be established (in 1966).

The lakeshore includes some 15 miles of cliffs along its 42-mile length. Within the park, nearly 100 miles of trail lead to remote trout streams, hidden bogs, wild Lake Superior beaches, and a system of 22 backcountry campgrounds. The park is open year-round and is truly a four-season recreation destination with hiking, canoeing, kayaking, sightseeing, birding, backcountry and drive-in camping, fall color viewing, winter ice climbing, ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing... the list goes on!

This long narrow park also contains a great deal of human history. Historic resources include an 1874 lighthouse, maritime U.S. Coast Guard buildings and artifacts, and early logging exhibits.

To view videos about the park, check out our YouTube Channel!

Also, don't forget to download the free NPS Mobile App and save parks you plan to visit for offline use. Since much of Pictured Rocks is out of cell range, this is a handy resource for getting park information when you have no cell service.

Start Planning Your Trip!

Please note, if you are using Google Maps to navigate to the park, please use "Munising Falls Visitor Center", or "1505 Sand Point Road, Munising MI" as your routing point! Using "Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore" will NOT bring you to a visitor center!

Munising Falls Visitor Contact Station

Rain storm moving in the distance across Lake Superior.

Current Conditions

Closure alerts, trail conditions, safety warnings, and any special notices. Always check a park's Current Conditions before visiting!

Things To Know

Four Seasons to Enjoy
Operating Hours & Seasons

The lakeshore is open year-round, 24 hours a day, though most roads are closed by snow in the winter.
Fees & Passes

There is an entrance fee for visiting the park.
Maps

Don't rely on GPS, which does not work well here. Use the official park map.
Permits & Reservations

Backcountry and drive-in camping reservations, commercial use authorizations, wedding and other special use permits, etc.
What Do I Need to Pack?
Weather

Climate, statistics, and other weather information.
Is my pet allowed...?

Pets are allowed on some trails & beaches but not all. Find out where they can go. Pets must be on 6 ft. leashes within the park.
Goods and Services

Groceries, gas, post office, tourism information, rentals, lodging, and other commercial services.
Where Can I Have a Campfire?
Campfires & Firewood

Find out more about campfires within the national lakeshore.
What's Biting Me?
Insects

How to cope with biting flies and other small creatures that may negatively impact your visit.
Firearms

It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws.