The beauty and wonder found within this trail exceed expectations. You begin the trail at the base of a powerplant, probably wondering if you are at the right spot! Climb the gravel hill to the top, and, to your left, you will see a staircase leading you into the forest.
Suddenly, you will begin to hear a change in the river, as you find the waterfalls. The falls dump into a river, with plenty of spots to skip rocks, take a dip, or lay on the bank, watching the roaring and tumbling falls.
The beginning of the trail walks along the beach, a rock hunter’s delight. As you follow the trail to the left, there are numerous rocks to scramble on with hidden alcoves below that kids will delight in.
As you reach the peak, the 360 views are worth it! You are high above the trees, with views of Lake Superior, downtown Marquette, and Big Bay to the north.
This trail is a lovely addition to some of the more grueling hikes in the area. It has it all – stunning trees in the forest, views of Lake Superior, the Blackrocks, and more. You could spend a whole day in the park, finding places to swim, picnic, or watch the sunset.