I grew up going to Ocqueoc and have recently started taking my daughter, age 4, the last couple years when up in the area.A lot has changed since I was young, it has been developed and is more accessible, which means it's also busier nowadays. I'm almost surprised that you're still allowed to swim there. Take advantage and enjoy it before someone decides it's too much of a liability.But it's great fun. The kids can swim and jump and play in the falls. Or you can wade up or down if you prefer, where it's very scenic.Our only complaint is that we now have to pay for parking. Either a full day state park pass or annual state park pass. Not sure when that got instigated, but it's still worth it.There are bathroom that are essentially glorified port-a-johns, but they have plenty of room to change in and out of a swim suit if you need to.
Beautifully redone by the state, the grounds leading to the falls offers something for everyone. It's a wonderful place to swim and enjoy family time. There is plenty of room and the falls are just beautiful.
I've seen some very nice Falls in the past. This one is not one of them! It can barely be described as falls. I've taken larger tumbles out of bed then these falls do. Plus it is way too crowded. It's nice that kids can actually play in the water but there are too many adult idiots. I'll pass on seeing these falls again.
Michigan is lacking in falls so if you are in the area drop in and if you plan to swim in the pools you'll have more fun. For us it was too cold so we just toured and looked around, pleasant enough.
Grandkids had a ball jumping into the falls.It was a safe experience for all. Not far off I-75 at Indian River.Just a cool place to visit.
Beautiful. Recently updated parking, paths & overlooks, so now is handicap accessible. Great for cooling off on a warm day. Stick your feet in the water or just set on the rocks and enjoy the tranquility!!!
The falls are really pretty and fun to walk around in. The parking lot and path going down to the falls is beautifully landscaped. My kids had a blast, bring your swimsuit and towel and go right in. You do need a pass to get in, we have the recreation passport that we get with our license renewal every year.
My husband and I stopped by this "waterfall" because someone recommend it to us and because we wanted to check out the camp ground. A resounding no to both. Campsites one on top of the other and the "largest" water in the lower peninsula is a misnomer. Don't get me wrong it's a very pretty little babbling brook but that's all it is, though it does have a very nice trail.
We happened upon this gem when we were driving to Onaway state campground. It was a lot smaller than I imagined which worked out well. The kids age 3-9 and adults had fun jumping in from the falls as well as just wading. If you wanted you could bring a lunch and eat at one of the many picnic tables. Some people were complaining about paying for parking, but for me that is nothing new if you frequent state parks and just pay $10 for the pass on your plate renewal and you will have access to all the state parks. If we came up here to camp again I would defiantly visit again and bring a lunch.
We visited in the morning on our way home from camping at Hoeft State Park. It is a beautiful spot. The parking area, pathway, and picnic area were spacious and new. We are do glad we stopped to see these beautiful falls!