freighter coming up lake huron at sunrise, seagulls sitting on the boardwalk rail, and one is flying nearby

Blue Water Area: Michigan's Thumbcoast Shoreline

 

Experience the color of fall's natural splendor & the cozy charm of our waterfront communities in Michigan's Thumbcoast. Embrace the crisp air as you indulge in seasonal festivities, from apple picking and scenic drives to Social Districts and watching freighters up close, making the fall experience truly unforgettable.

 

FREE museum admission to the Thomas Edison Depot Museum, Huron Lightship, & Carnegie Center in Port Huron.

Orchards & Tree Farms

orchard with many ripe apples on the trees

Fall in the Thumbcoast

beautiful orange maples on the shoreline, water is crystal clear aqua

Theatre

scene on set for a theatre production

Holiday Shopping

downtown, trees are golden orange, movie theater and marquee have titles on them, cars on the street

Wrigley Hall

concert with singers on stage

Shoreline Communities

view of the lighthouse on a fall day, trees have golds, yellows and greens, sky is hazy white

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Discover Michigan's Thumbcoast

The Thumbcoast is a must see destination in every season. Explore the region using our digital road trip map to navigate charming small towns and points of interest. Take a self-guided beer, wine, and spirits tour and the super fun 2023 Wet Your Whistle Challenge!

Nine waterfront resort communities - Port Austin, Harbor Beach, Port Sanilac, Lexington, Port Huron, Marysville, St. Clair, Marine City, and Clay / Algonac are ready to welcome you to this awesome place known as Michigan's Thumbcoast.

For More Information
Blue Water Area Convention & Visitor Bureau
videos of the blue water area
Discover The Blue: Michigan's Thumbcoast
Discover a Summer Getaway in Port Huron
A Visit to St. Clair and Marysville
Lake Huron Roadside Park
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Discover The Blue: Michigan's Thumbcoast
Discover a Summer Getaway in Port Huron
A Visit to St. Clair and Marysville
Lake Huron Roadside Park

Events

September 3
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October 8
The Odd Couple
Marine City
Riverbank Theatre
October 6
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22
Murder by Poe
Port Huron
Enter Stage Right - Citadel Theatre

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