I love exploring the monument and My kids 12, 8, & 9 participated in the summer program and really enjoyed themselves.
beautiful view. Easy access to high way. Free admission. Interactive activities. Screen show. Interesting monument.
Enjoyed all of it! Breath taking views! Relaxing, worth stopping at. Head further down road to Largo Springs!
My family comes here at least once every summer. It's a local place we like to bring out-of-staters to show them just how beautiful Michigan can be. When you arrive, there is a gift shop and several informative displays about the logging industry. The view is fantastic. We always take the steps down to the water. The trip down is enchanting: shady groves, babbling brooks, flora and fauna. When you get to the bottom there is a nice view of the water and a boat display. Just be warned: the trip back up can be tiring, especially if you are out of shape. There are several spots to stop and rest, but it's not an easy climb. It's worth it, though.
I have been going to the Lumberman's Monument since I was a kid. My parents have photos of me in the sixty's climbing the towering sand cliffs known as the "high banks" by the locals. The Au Sable river surrounds the park with stairs that go down to the shore line.....easy going down but a good hike coming back up the stairs. There are plenty of hiking trails for the adventurous types, some of the most breath taking views I have ever seen. The rivers deep blue color, the green of the national forest for a back drop and the towering sand high banks are absolutely stunning and a must see., a gift shop during park hours will provide souvenirs, water and snacks.If your planing on seeing Michigan......This view is in the top 5 for me.
Lots of well marked hiking trails and fun sand dunes to run down. Nice picture opportunities. During the summer they have educational programs which are great for the kids! Great place to visit. No admission fee required.
Very interesting. Before you look around, take time to watch the video. A bit long, but very informative. Beautiful views with over two hundred steps to the bottom.
Lots of area history. A great attraction to teach children about the lumbering era. It's worth the drive.
truly great views of the AuSable River... Saw several Bald Eagles soaring above.. Not too far for a nice daytrip inland...
Beautiful views, family friendly, relaxing and a stress free get away in the heart of our great state! Free park unless you opt to purchase from the gift shop. Yes, 283 stairs down and 283 back up...worth the challenge. Pack a lunch, enjoy and relax.