Palms Book State Park
"Escanaba visitors often make a day trip to see Kitch-iti-kipi and explore the central Upper Peninsula. It is a practical regional hub with hotels, restaurants, and shopping."
Home to Kitch-iti-kipi, Michigan's largest natural freshwater spring.
Fayette Historic State Park
"Escanaba is a major regional hub for travelers heading into the central Upper Peninsula. Visitors from Escanaba often come for a day trip combining history, Lake Michigan scenery, and camping."
A preserved 19th-century iron-smelting town on a scenic Lake Michigan harbor.
Laughing Whitefish Falls State Park
"Escanaba visitors often make the drive for a classic waterfall stop in the central Upper Peninsula. The park offers a quiet nature break away from the city and a good addition to a longer scenic drive."
A scenic Upper Peninsula park centered on a dramatic limestone waterfall and forested gorge.
Menominee River State Recreation Area
"Escanaba is far enough away to make the recreation area a solid weekend outing. Visitors from Escanaba often come for paddling and fishing in a quieter natural setting."
A scenic river recreation area on the Menominee River offering fishing, paddling, wildlife viewing, and rustic outdoor access.
Wagner Falls Scenic Site
"Escanaba travelers heading north or east can add Wagner Falls to an Upper Peninsula road trip. The site offers a short, rewarding nature stop without requiring a long hike."
A compact Upper Peninsula scenic site with an easy boardwalk to a beautiful waterfall.