Unveiling Mysteries: The Loch Ness Monster’s Alleged Appearance in Michigan’s Rockport State Recreation Area
In the realm of cryptids and legendary creatures, few captivate [...]
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Sinkholes at Rockport State Recreation Area
There are 13 sinkholes located at Rockport as a result of the Karst topography of the area.
Rockport State Recreation Area
Michigan's 100th State park is one of the most unique state parks in the midwest. The variety of terrain and unique geologic, historic, and natural elements found at the park create a unique collection of experiences to be had by visitors.
Unearthing “The Age of the Fish”: Fossil Hunting Rockport State Recreation Area
When we think of prehistoric times, we often think of cavemen. Our hunter-gatherer ancestors foraging through dense forests, hunting wild game with nothing but handmade bows and arrows. If we look back even further, we think of dinosaurs roaming the Earth throughout the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Periods. But what if we go back even further […]
Rockport State Park Recreation Area
Rockport State Park Recreation Area Rockport State Park, Michigan’s [...]
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10 Must See Lake Huron Beaches in the Alpena Area
Picture this: the “Big Lake” breeze dancing through your hair while blue waves lap at the golden sand under your feet. The air is warm and unsalted. Alpena is welcoming you! The coastal beaches of Alpena and surrounding areas are little gems. Gems tucked away in this Northeastern corner of the Mitten, just waiting to be […]
A Complete Guide to Alpena Area Michigan State Parks
No trip to Alpena is complete until you’ve checked off all three of our Michigan state parks! While all 3 state parks are designated dark sky preserves, each one offers its own unique experiences for hiking, biking, stargazing, and swimming in Lake Huron. In no particular order: Rockport State Recreation Area Rockport State Recreation Area, […]
Devonian Period Fish Found Alive and Well in Rockport Quarry!
You heard it here first! A 400 million-year-old Dunkleosteus was found alive and well over the weekend in the quarry of Rockport State Recreation Area. Rockport State Recreation Area is known to harbor 400 million-year-old fossils from the Devonian Period of the Paleolithic Era, however, one local fossil hunter was in for a BIG surprise during a […]
Find Your Explorer’s Spirit at Rockport
Just north of the city proper is a terrestrial landscape that wakens the explorer’s spirit. Indeed, the traveler, regardless of his interests and no matter his origin, will find an amazing adventure filled with beauty. Majestic and mysterious, Rockport State Recreation Area holds all the spirit longs for. Flowing waters, majestic skies, abundant creatures of […]
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