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Presque Isle Park

Peter White Dr., Marquette, MI
Ranked #1 of 9 attractions in Marquette
5.0 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
Type: Parks
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Battle Creek, Michigan
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Presque Isle is a part of Marquette history. The view of the Lake, the harbor and watching the ore boats is wonderful. A walk on the breakwater is very cool. Drive around the Island and you'll come to the Black Rocks where you can experience the power of the Lake first hand. And if you happen to be there at... More

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UP, Michigan
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Presque Isle is located on the north side of Marquette. Its not really an island - more of a peninsula, but it has nice spots along the lake shore, playground and picnic facilities, and a lot of trails through the interior of the park. There used to be a zoo too, but that has been disbanded. A new building is... More

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Tempe, AZ
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW
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I grew up going there for walks, going to the beach and the zoo. Great sights and you can count on seeing some deer wandering around. A real treasure for Maruqette, MI. More

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Iron Mountain, Michigan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

A bit of God's country! Marquette and all it has to offer...this is just a tip of the iceberg! A lovely sight to see! More

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Chicago, Illinois
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

this is a great park to visit if you are pressed for time - you can drive through it in about 1/2 hour and stop and get out to take pics. On the way here you pass an ore loading area and can see some of the huge freighters that run the great lakes - very impressive More

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Maine woods
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Pristine north country driving and walking (biking too.) More

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New Holstein, Wisconsin
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

Walked around whole area along Lake Superior. Great day at 75* Cliffs are neat, but don't get too close. More

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Green Bay, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2012

The island is a gourgeous place, with a great fun atmosphere. Good for all ages :D More

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michigan
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

This island is a must when visiting Marquette. You will see many large ships close up. More

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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2012

this place is well worth your time - there are wild deer to see and the views of Lake Superior and it's power are like no other place More

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