Where & When to See the Northern Lights Michigan is Famous For | AwesomeMitten’s Guide to Enjoying the Aurora Borealis

What are the Northern Lights?

The Northern Lights, commonly known as aurora borealis (and aurora australis in the Southern Hemisphere), are a natural display of light in the night sky of the northern hemisphere.

An Interesting Historical Perspective of the Northern Lights

the Aurora Borealis is beautiful and the Mitten is blessed to have such a good seat in this natural light show.

Best Places to See the Northern Lights in Michigan

Headlands International Dark Sky Park in Mackinaw City

Lake Superior’s Shoreline in the Upper Peninsula

Port Crescent State Park in Port Austin

We’ve gathered some of the best photos of the Northern Lights in Michigan to share with you…

Crystal Lake

Marquette

Elk Rapids

Mackinac Island

More Photos of the Northern Lights in Michigan