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The Gales of November in Shipwreck Alley

2025-11-11T16:37:22+00:00November 11, 2025|Local News|

November is Shipwreck Month and here in Alpena: Sanctuary of the Great Lakes, there is no shortage. Alpena is home to Thunder Bay, which is known as “shipwreck alley.” It is the resting spot for over 200 shipwrecks, many of them which sunk during the month of November. In fact, it is quite common that […]

Top Haunted Places and Urban Legends of Alpena

2025-11-04T18:15:02+00:00October 31, 2025|Activities, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

A bump in the night, a whisper in your ear. Is it your imagination? Perhaps it’s the wind. Or maybe, just maybe, it’s something else.  Hauntings, urban legends, and Native American folklore are cultural experiences that can be found all over the world. Alpena is no exception with a rich history that tends to…jump out at […]

Leaves Are Falling, Autumn is Calling at Hemlock Hills on Mill Pond

2025-10-29T17:49:49+00:00September 26, 2025|Activities, Outdoor Activities|

Whether you’re looking for the perfect relaxing autumn vacation or the perfect fall venue for your upcoming wedding, Hemlock Hills on Mill Pond has all of the above to make your perfect fall getaway! For the fall season vacationer, look into one or more of these properties: The Cottage on Pine Lane Located on the […]

Find Fall Color in Alpena’s Top Walks in Nature

2025-10-29T17:38:51+00:00September 16, 2025|Activities, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

Overcast skies, colorful forest beds, stunning lakeside views, and rich pieces of history are just the beginning of what you’ll discover when you explore the Alpena region. We are into peak fall color season here in NE Michigan and here is where you can enjoy some seasonal fall color in the region! Walks by the […]

The Presque Isle Lodge – Defining the Destination Since 1920

2025-11-04T19:35:48+00:00August 16, 2025|Local News, Lodging|

Nestled on the coast of beautiful Grand Lake halfway between Alpena and Rogers City, Presque Isle Lodge provides a peaceful escape from the stressors and hustle of big city living. The History… The Lodge was built in 1920 by Newell A. Eddy Jr., when the construction of what would become US-23 opened the area around […]

Preparing for the Perseids: Alpena’s Dark Skies

2025-10-29T17:52:58+00:00August 5, 2025|Activities, Festivals & Events, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

Astrotourism is a growing trend, and with three state dark sky parks nearby, the Alpena area is an ideal destination for enjoying the cosmos. Rockport State Recreation Area, Thompson’s Harbor State Park, and Negwegon State Park all have sufficiently low enough levels of light pollution to be designated as dark sky parks – offering exceptional […]

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