Lake Huron celebrates its many lighthouses, and the lighthouses of all the Great Lakes, with the Annual Great Lakes Lighthouse Festival in Alpena. No matter your Lake Huron destination, there are a plenty of lighthouses waiting to be explored.
Discover Great Lakes - Lake Huron
Lake Huron was originally called La Mer Douce, or “the freshwater sea,” by French explorers.
Lake Huron was originally called La Mer Douce, or “the freshwater sea,” by French explorers.
It later got its name from the Huron people who lived along its shores. It forms the eastern outline of Michigan's "Mitten," including the distinctive "Thumb" which is dotted with port towns and shelters Saginaw Bay.
Lighthouses
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Dark Skies
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After you’ve spent the day on Lake Huron, look up as the dark skies unveil one of the most spectacular star shows in the continental United States. Learn where you can find Michigan’s dark skies near Lake Huron.
Boating
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The best way to explore all that Lake Huron has to offer is by boat. Find the perfect place to rent, charter or launch a boat on Lake Huron.
Paddle Sports
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From kayaking to stand up paddleboarding, find the perfect place for your paddle sports adventure on Lake Huron. If you need equipment, there are a variety of rental facilities to help you get out on the water.
Heritage Route 23
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US 23 stretches for 200 miles along the northern coastline of Lake Huron, from Standish to Mackinaw City. Plan a picturesque road trip along the “Sunrise Side.”
Mackinac Island
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Where bikes and horse-drawn carriages are the main forms of transportation, and the smell of fudge wafts through the air, Mackinac Island is the perfect summer destination for anyone looking to seemingly travel through time. Discover all that Mackinac Island has to offer.
State Parks
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A trip to Michigan is not complete without sleeping under the stars in a Michigan State Park. Find the perfect campsite and fall asleep to the sound of the waves crashing against the shore of Lake Huron. Don’t forget all the ingredients for s’mores!
Lighthouses
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Lake Huron celebrates its many lighthouses, and the lighthouses of all the Great Lakes, with the Annual Great Lakes Lighthouse Festival in Alpena. No matter your Lake Huron destination, there are a plenty of lighthouses waiting to be explored.
Dark Skies
Image
After you’ve spent the day on Lake Huron, look up as the dark skies unveil one of the most spectacular star shows in the continental United States. Learn where you can find Michigan’s dark skies near Lake Huron.
Boating
Image
The best way to explore all that Lake Huron has to offer is by boat. Find the perfect place to rent, charter or launch a boat on Lake Huron.
Paddle Sports
Image
From kayaking to stand up paddleboarding, find the perfect place for your paddle sports adventure on Lake Huron. If you need equipment, there are a variety of rental facilities to help you get out on the water.
Heritage Route 23
Image
US 23 stretches for 200 miles along the northern coastline of Lake Huron, from Standish to Mackinaw City. Plan a picturesque road trip along the “Sunrise Side.”
Mackinac Island
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Where bikes and horse-drawn carriages are the main forms of transportation, and the smell of fudge wafts through the air, Mackinac Island is the perfect summer destination for anyone looking to seemingly travel through time. Discover all that Mackinac Island has to offer.
State Parks
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A trip to Michigan is not complete without sleeping under the stars in a Michigan State Park. Find the perfect campsite and fall asleep to the sound of the waves crashing against the shore of Lake Huron. Don’t forget all the ingredients for s’mores!
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