Tag: Porcupine Mountains

  • The Waterfalls of the Presque Isle River

    The Waterfalls of the Presque Isle River

    Streaming through the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is a beautiful and scenic river known as Presque Isle River. Enjoy hiking a 2.3-mile loop around this stunning river. Waterfalls, potholes, and Lake Superior await you.

  • Discover History at Nonesuch Ruins

    Discover History at Nonesuch Ruins

    Visiting Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is a step back in history to a place where nature and humans co-existed. Buried among thousands of acres of old-growth forests and stunning vistas are abandoned mines, echoes from communities long gone. There is no place better within the park to experience the…

  • Rustic Camping at Presque Isle Campground

    Rustic Camping at Presque Isle Campground

    With mountains, old growth forests, and waterfalls to explore, Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park is a hiker’s paradise. It also offers a variety of camping options, including backpacking, rustic, and modern campgrounds.

  • Porcupine Mountains Summit Peak: Great Views and an Easy Hike

    Porcupine Mountains Summit Peak: Great Views and an Easy Hike

    When visiting the Porcupine Mountains highest point, Summit Peak, prepare yourself for beautiful vistas. At nearly 2,000 feet above sea level, on clear days, hikers can see the Apostle Islands to the northwest and Isle Royale to the northeast.  It is well worth the easy, short hike. During our visit,…

  • Camping in the Porkies: Union Bay Campground

    Camping in the Porkies: Union Bay Campground

    Union Bay Campground is a modern campground located in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Without a doubt, this campground has some of the finest sunset and sunrise spots in the area. Even in a modern campground, camping on the shores of Lake Superior in July can be risky. It’s prime…