The 6 Best Free Things to do in Grand Marais, Michigan (MI)

November 12, 2021 Kiesha Cripe

Grand Marais is an unincorporated community in Burt Township, Alger County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is located on Lake Superior, and is the eastern gateway to the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore via H-58.
Restaurants in Grand Marais

1. Log Slide Overlook

Alger County Road H-58, Grand Marais, MI 49839 https://www.nps.gov/piro/planyourvisit/scenicsites.htm#CP_JUMP_3020724
Excellent
71%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 253 reviews

Log Slide Overlook

Reviewed By 308acec - Grand Rapids, United States

The views here are amazing and it is an easy hike from the parking lot out to the dune. There are several trails off either side that provide even more panoramic views and if you take the left path, you'll be treated to a wonderful view of the Au Sable Lighthouse! **Note there is nothing stopping anyone from running down the dune all the way to the lake, but if you do, BE PREPARED for a very physical hike back up which could take an hour or more depending on your physical condition.

2. Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum

E21739 Brazel St, Grand Marais, MI 49839-9804 +1 906-494-3000 http://www.agatelady.com/
Excellent
52%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum

Reviewed By iluvfood8

What a wonderful and delightful surprise this was! Karen took the time to engage my newly rock-obsessed children (6&8) and teach us a ton in a short time. I was so impressed with how quickly she could identify the 3 rocks we had picked up from the beach. I also REALLY appreciated that she is taking appropriate COVID-19 precautions given the influx of visitors from areas with surging numbers; most indoor establishments in Grand Marais were without masks or social distancing.

3. Sable Falls

H-58 West of Grand Marais, Grand Marais, MI 55604 http://www.gowaterfalling.com/waterfalls/sable.shtml
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 131 reviews

Sable Falls

Reviewed By corinad302 - Grand Rapids, United States

A shop owner gave us tip that we could walk along the shoreline to get to the falls. It was not too long but you have to be prepared to walk on sand and rocks. Once we were there we could climb some stairs to see the falls which were lovely. We then decided to walk some of the trails and are very glad we did because we made it to the sand dunes and saw some of the best views of our entire vacation.

4. Chapel Falls

15 miles east of Munising off Alger County Road H-58 5 miles north to the end of Chapel Road, Grand Marais, MI http://www.nps.gov/piro/planyourvisit/waterfalls.htm
Excellent
73%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 33 reviews

Chapel Falls

Reviewed By donnarA5248HG - Elliot Lake, Canada

Amazing trails, gorgeous scenery to a pretty waterfall. Plan on spending an entire afternoon the walk all the trails and enjoy some time at the beach, you won't be disappointed.

5. Au Sable Light Station

County Road H-58, Grand Marais, MI +1 906-387-3700 http://www.nps.gov/piro/historyculture/ausablelightstation.htm
Excellent
75%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 91 reviews

Au Sable Light Station

Reviewed By LittlePaint - Urbandale, United States

We hiked from Log Slide Overlook. The views of the lake were beautiful. The trail was easy and not heavily trafficked liked many of the trails further west in the park. Highly recommend this hike.

6. Bayshore Park

Grand Marais Ave, Grand Marais, MI
Excellent
79%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Bayshore Park

Reviewed By N2882SNlorib - Fort Myers Beach, United States

Great views of the bay in Grand Marais, the beach is beautiful and sandy. Perfect for relaxing or families. There is a small play ground facility, changing area and rest rooms.

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