Michigan
Back Roads
Michigan getaway vacations to
Michigan attractions and Terrific Towns
The Hemlocks of Bay de Noc
Between
the Terrific Towns of Manistique and Gladstone is a rare treasure in an
area full of natural beauty. Leave U.S. 2 and take County road 513
south onto the Stonington Peninsula. Travel about 7 miles to the Little
Bay de Noc Recreation Area. Take the Maywood History Trail and you will
reach an area called the Hemlock Cathedral.This stand of Hemlock trees survived the lumber boom of the turn of the century and you can enjoy these 300 year old trees today. The trail in is only a half mile or so and the quiet and sense of wonder will stay with you for some time to come.
The name Maywood Trail dates from the 1800's when this stand was
first dubbed
The Hemlock Cathedral. This wonderful site is just a short drive
from the Terrific Towns of Escanaba, Gladstone and Manistique. Be sure
to check with them for seasonal hours and other getaways.
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