Phil stagg is the author of waterfalls of michigan book 1 4. This informative guidebook by greg kretovic features all the information you need, including directions, distance, hike difficulty, and more. The upper peninsula is plenty rugged, mind you, but the local topography does not allow for 200 tall cascades. The definitive guide to michigans waterfalls, this 1st of 4 books covers the eastern portion of the u. This book includes the waterfalls in baraga, houghton, iron, and keweenaw counties. Phil stagg, based in cadillac, michigan, photographs nature with an emphasis on michigan s waterfalls. News, events and featured mi waterfalls waterfalls. If youd like the full details on these falls and the many others around michigan, then make sure to get my new mi waterfalls guide book. Spring has finally arrived in the upper peninsula of michigan and the snow is melting.
A look at a few of michigan s upper peninsula waterfalls. Waterfalls on the black river black river national forest scenic byway waterfalls on the presque isle river porcupine mountains state park thanks for reading. The 30th anniversary edition has a new introduction by the author as well as several new waterfalls to visit. Organized geographically and ranked by beauty, waterfalls of michigan makes it simple to find the best waterfalls, as well as the ones nearest you. Waterfalls of michigan book 2 is the definitive guidebook to. This high water tends to hide much of the rocky features at the falls the part i like so it isnt my favorite time of year to. Waterfalls of michigan book 1 is the definitive guidebook to the waterfalls in the eastern end of michigan s upper peninsula as well as the lower peninsula. The book waterfalls of michigan is a guide book authored and photographed by greg kretovic. As most of michigans waterfalls are in the upper peninsula, this book has 201 waterfalls from the u. This book covers waterfalls found in dickinson, marquette, and menominee counties. Bay city michigan fall in michigan grand rapids michigan michigan travel northern michigan michigan usa michigan waterfalls waterfall fountain upper peninsula what others are saying bond falls is a waterfall on the middle branch of the ontonagon river, a few miles east of paulding in haight township in southern ontonagon county, michigan. Heres the ultimate michigan waterfall weekend itinerary. Waterfalls of michigan guide book the definitive guide to the waterfalls of michigan by phil stagg whether you plan to get out and explore these waterfalls for yourself, or simply want to enjoy the amazing photos of michigan s watery treasures, phil staggs books will transport you to a place of beauty.
Scott falls scott creek, seven miles nw of munising. Come explore both the iconic and little known waterfalls of this great state of michigan with me. Cadillac, michigan photographer and author phil staggs has just released two books in a new series, waterfalls of michigan, published by mi. Book 3, covering michigan s waterfalls in keweenaw, houghton, baraga, and iron counties is almost ready to go to the printer. A travellers guide to 199 michigan waterfalls is a musthave resource for visitors and includes maps, descriptions, pictures, history, and directions for getting to the waterfalls.
Rock river falls three miles s of chatham on fr2279, w three miles on fr2276, then s on fr2293 one mile, may have to walk entire distance on 2293. Waterfalls of michigan, book 3 west central kazoo books. Books 2 through 4 contain the rest of the waterfalls in the upper peninsula of michigan. Waterfalls of michigan upper tahquamenon falls facebook. A guide to 199 michigan waterfalls by laurie penrose. Ocqueoc falls is the largest falls in the lower peninsula. Bonanzagreenwood falls, manabezho falls, manido falls, nawadaha falls, the potholes, potawatomi falls and gorge falls. First, the numbering system and ordering of descriptions is not helpful. The potawatomi falls are part of the black river scenic byway, and have long been considered one of the best waterfalls in michigan. With this snow melt comes fast flowing rivers and raging waterfalls. Pages interest waterfalls of michigan videos upper tahquamenon falls.
Waterfalls of michigan book 2 is the definitive guidebook to the waterfalls in the central portion of michigans upper peninsula. Waterfalls of michigan guide book porcupine mountains. Waterfalls of michigan book 4 is the definitive guidebook to the waterfalls in the western end of michigans upper peninsula. A michigan waterfalls travel guide book to assist you in a seeking the best and most beautiful in the great lakes state. This book includes the waterfalls in dickinson, marquette, and menominee counties. Info include driving directions, gps coordinates, hiking details and. Theres just so much more dimension to be seen than you can ever get with just a photo or two. We traveled to michigan s upper peninsula and filmed some of the sights we saw there. The definitive guide to michigan s waterfalls, this 1st of 4 books covers the eastern portion of the u. There are more than 300 falls scattered across the u. Almost all require hiking to reach, but there are paths several barrierfree to some of the most popular. Waterfalls of michigan book 2 central marquette dead river u. Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates.
Professional photos make this guidebook a coffee table quality book that also gives you specific information about how to go see these special places for yourself. Waterfalls of michigan book 2 by phil stagg for sale. A look at more waterfalls in michigan s upper peninsula. Detailed county maps and area maps are presented for easy driving and hiking access.
With over 46,000 square acres of wilderness around the falls to explore, youve stepped into a true natural wonderland. Wikimedia commons has media related to waterfalls in michigan. As most of michigans waterfalls are in the upper peninsula, this book has 201 waterfalls from. Also, as you already know, michigan is not the most mountainous of states. The upper and lower tahquamenon falls, sable falls, laughing whitefish falls, warner falls and canyon falls. Waterfalls of michigan the definitive guide to the waterfalls of michigan book 4 west gogebic and ontonagon counties porcupine mountains state park. This book includes the waterfalls in gogebic and ontonagon counties as well as porcupine mountains state park. Waterfalls of michigan the collection contains 202 waterfalls from across the state of michigan. Tahquamenon never fails to impress, no matter how many times youve visited. Photograph by randy schaetzl, professor of geography michigan. Info include driving directions, gps coordinates, hiking details and other tips to visiting them. Thus, the book should really be called a guide to 198 upper peninsula waterfalls and 1 from lower michigan. Waterfalls of michigan book visit the best mi waterfalls. Waterfalls of michigan book 1 by phil stagg goodreads.
The ultimate michigan waterfall road trip will take you to. Pages in category waterfalls of michigan the following 23 pages are in this category, out of 23 total. Whitefish falls whitefish river, four miles nw of trenary. Waterfalls of michigan book 3 is the definitive guidebook to the waterfalls in the westcentral portion of michigan s upper peninsula. Picturesque waterfalls of michigan a guide to unique getaways.
Waterfalls of michigan book 2 is the definitive guidebook to the waterfalls in the central portion of michigan s upper peninsula. In northeastern lower michigan, falls such as ocqueoc falls below occur where harder layers of dolomite and limestone overlie softer layers of the same formation. Phil stagg author of waterfalls of michigan book 1. Thw book covers the best waterfalls in michigan that are generallly accessible by the public. New book shows off michigans best waterfalls great lakes echo. This book includes the waterfalls in alger, chippewa, delta, luce, manistee and presque isle counties.
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