Almost There...

This week is finals week, which means only 4 more days until I can devote more time to this blog! It also means summer is almost here, so get ready for some awesome hiking weather!

This shot was taken while laying in the sun near black rocks, in Presque Isle Park

Presque Isle

So, instead of giving you a complete walk through of Presque, I want to urge you just to go out there and explore it. My reasoning behind this is that Presque is about 2 square miles in total area, maybe a more, but not much. It is a peninsula, surrounded by a road that goes around the outside of the park, so its virtually impossible to get completely lost. Don't just stick to the trails here either, some of the best sites to discover are off the beaten path (just be respectful). Though Presque is very safe, still be cautious. There was a bear sighting this summer (though I was unable to find it) and there are wolves that wander in to feed on the numerous deer (which are very friendly). Most likely the only wildlife you will see there is a few deer, an assortment of birds (there is a falcon that frequents the area), some squirrels and maybe a rabbit. If you enjoy nordic skiing, all of the inner trails are good for that. Also, during the winter, the road that goes around the backside of the island is closed off for skiing. Don't let the snow stop you, presque is a great place for snowshoeing too. Get out there and explore!

-DT

A preview of Presque

I wanted to throw a few shots up from Presque Isle, just to give you an idea of what you can find there. A more organized post will be coming soon (hopefully by monday!)

Above: Presque Isle Breakwall

Above: Presque Isle Beach

Above: Inner trail of Presque Isle

Here are the first few places I will be covering:

• Presque Isle Park
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Hogback Mountain
• Wetmore Landing/ Little Presque area

-DT

Coming Soon....

This blog is all about sharing info on the best places to hike around Marquette, Mi. This will include hikes with ranging difficulty levels, but will be mostly limited to day hikes. Photos I take during the hikes will be incorporated into each post, so you can see the views and better decide if its a place you would like to go. I will try and start up some posts soon, but due to a busy school schedule it may be a little bit. If you have any places that you would like to be covered on this blog, please send me a message! 

-DT