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Grand Island: Island of History and Mystery
Paperback
Travel GeneralMidwestRegional: Midwest
Publisher Price: $16.95
Publisher: Modern History Press
Published: May 6 2026
Pages: 46
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Step off the ferry and into a quieter kind of adventure.
Grand Island: Island of History and Mystery invites the casual explorer to trade crowded overlooks for winding trails and unhurried discovery. Just across Munising Bay, this Lake Superior gem rewards those who prefer hiking boots to tour buses and curiosity over itineraries.
Embark on a journey of exploration and discovery unlike any other, packed with almost 36 color photos to guide you. Follow forest paths to Thunder Cove Overlook, where sweeping views of the lake remind you how small-and how free-you really are. Wander through Williams Landing, where the island's earliest settlers left behind traces of a rugged frontier life still visible among the trees. Then continue on to Duck Lake and to the breathtaking views of Trout Bay. As one of the truly storied historical sites of the Upper Peninsula, Grand Island is documented in this book, with maps and descriptions for History Hunters everywhere.
Blending history with discovery, engaging storytelling with practical travel insight, this book is your guide to exploring Grand Island at your own pace. Paddle, hike, bike, or simply pause and listen-the island reveals itself slowly, one step at a time.
For those who believe the journey matters more than the destination, this is more than a history book. It is an exploration guide for the adventurous. A U.S. Forest Service Recreation Area, Grand Island, Michigan is meant to be enjoyed by one and all. This is your invitation to explore one of Michigan's great overlooked destinations.
Historic art images and photos give readers a deep perspective of what was seen in the past, as well as contemporary color photographs of these locations. These photos give the reader added depth, both as souvenirs of the island and as real-life pictures for those who have not visited there. Grand Island most certainly provides visitors with a wealth of lovely scenery, plenty of recreation, and interesting history, including a murder mystery at one of the lighthouses that remains unsolved to this day. Readers of Mikel B. Classen's Grand Island: Island of History and Mystery will learn much from this short volume about Grand Island. It is a grand addition to the expanding Yooper History Hunter Series, which highlights the unique geography and history of our beloved peninsula. -- Deborah K. Frontiera, U.P. Book Review
MIKEL B. CLASSEN is an award-winning author, journalist, and photographer devoted to preserving the rich heritage of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Through engaging storytelling and meticulous research, the U.P. History Hunter brings forgotten people, places, and events vividly to life, inspiring readers to explore the region's unique culture, landscapes, and enduring history
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