Lakenenland Sculpture Park
Lakenenland Sculpture Park
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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  • DSandJK
    Chicago, Illinois154 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Awesome Hidden Gem
    Awesome hidden gem i expect any time of the year - we were there in late winter (for the UP...) and weren't quite sure what to expect given the still deep snow pack. Had the place mostly to ourselves (a couple other families showed up as we were finishing up our hike on the short trail). Very unique and entertaining artwork and nice walking path (packed snow). Set up for easy access by snowmobiles too - although if we were having to dodge snowmobiles while walking around it would have greatly distracted from the experience). The owner has set up a warming area stocked with firewood and hot chocolate if you are willing to put in the work. I expect this is a great place to spend a warm weather morning or afternoon and picnic lunch too. Easily accessible by car and also by the adjacent bike/ski/snowmobile path that connects to Harvey and Marquette (and beyond)
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written April 1, 2023
  • Kristi T
    15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Surprising Find
    This was a surprising find. My children enjoyed the sculptures a lot more than I thought they would and really loved it. Great way to introduce them to art they didn’t even make it 10minutes in a art museum and were looking at the sculptures for a couple hours.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written June 29, 2023
  • Jennifer B
    Spring Lake, Michigan10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Love this park, second time visitor!!!!!
    This is my second time visiting. I was here in 2008 and stumbled upon it. This time made it a point to go back. The sculptures are AMAZING. Tom’s imagination and ability to create are so original. I love that it keeps expanding. If you are anywhere near make a point to stop here and check it out!!!
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written July 30, 2023
  • George D
    Cleveland, Ohio310 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place is just good fun.
    What a wonderful break to our travels. The park is just filled with wonderful, funny, thought-provoking and head scratching art. We walked some of it, but you can drive through it also. Snack shop with t-shirts was a nice touch. It is free but we anted up at the volunteer cash box. Worth a stop.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 12, 2023
  • TallahasseeMark
    Tallahassee, Florida440 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Really Neat Place!
    This is really a fun place to visit! I was pleasantly surprised. Outdoor art just goes on forever. Really unique and the artists are amazing. I expected to pay an admission fee, but it is free! I would return, and I highly recommend that you visit. This is a happy place!
    Visited September 2023
    Written September 18, 2023
  • SteveSly
    51 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Like Nothing You Have Ever Seen Before
    Very cool place, right off the road that you must see to believe. It is free, so you can either drive through or walk through. I liked it better than my wife, but I would say if you are driving between Marquette and Munising it is a must stop right off the main road.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 6, 2023
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C7VetteCruiser
Sturgeon Bay, WI56 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020
The artist creates amazing sculptures using his metalworking skills and imagination. A leisurely walk for 1/2 mile will reward you with a variety of uncommon sculptures guaranteed to interest you. The path can also be driven with your car. Don’t pass it up. Get this. The park is open 24. Yes. 24 hrs. But we recommend daytime to enjoy everything and read signs. There is no admission fee either. The artist has a big heart and welcomes the public. Go for it. You will be surprised.
Written September 24, 2020
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pescador6858
Delton, MI76 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020 • Couples
We happened by here after bypassing it for years and it was a very pleasant surprise. Two of our group don’t walk so well and we were able to pull through here and check out all of the Iron sculptures by this local artists. Many have witty names and captions. This is all offered for free but there was a donation box that we were more than happy to add to.

This is not a tourist trap! There appeared to be some picnic areas and I read something about music jams on certain nights. There are small brochures at the entrance/exit. Enjoy!
Written October 7, 2020
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NormaRae03
Waukesha, WI323 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020
This Sculpture Park is free and well worth the visit. There are receptacles for donations, which keeps this place going. He is a very creative person who has repurposed junk into sculptures. You can walk or drive thru. Walking allows you to pause and take time to look and enjoy. This is a one of a kind that you need to stop for.
Written October 22, 2020
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Chris B
Michigan510 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
We were surprised to find that the parking lot was plowed and the trails groomed (probably from all of the snowmobiles). The snow added a really interesting dimension to the sculptures that you probably wouldn't get in the summer. We didnt venture off the trail although we could see that there were more things off the beaten path. Great stop!
Written February 12, 2020
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D H
Jackson, MI454 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
We just love this place! We took our group of friends here who had never been here, and they are now in love too! It was a beautiful day to walk through the sculptures. Even though we have been there a few times before, we always see more things that we didn’t notice before! It always amazes me that this place is so well kept and that it is free from vandals. Unfortunately, certain people seem to take enjoyment in destroying others property and we are so thankful that this is not one of those places. Thank you for this beautiful place you share with anyone who wishes to enjoy it. This is just an amazing way to repurpose and recycle items as well. The creativity is remarkable, and we look forward to seeing what’s new the next time we visit!
Written January 10, 2021
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chiefbluehawk
Onalaska, WI178 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021
I do frequently stop here when I travel the U.P. There are new exhibits. Plus if you even stop here once a year, you will see detail of the sculptures that you hadn't noticed before. I love the free speech, some of the sculptures are interactive so that is nice as well to have kids play on them. Tom keeps adding. There also is an old mine with some items that are worth checking out. You can stop by anytime, it is freewill. So give what you want, but Tom gives you an excellent park to enjoy. Right on a snowmobile trail-so you can check it out in winter. The place is vehicle accessible, but NO large buses. Please check this place out. It is one of the most neat things to see. Not just in the U.P.

I have noted this, but not all sculptures are not kid friendly (language) but for me I really admire Tom's skill and his way that he expresses his freedom of speech. He is such a giving man. This is again a real gem. Enjoy it, you don't see many places like this anywhere else. Real work of art!
Written July 6, 2021
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HuberHeart
70 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020 • Couples
This is what America is all about. This guy was told by his local government to remove a piece of artwork on his lawn because it was distracting. He said "screw you" and bought a giant plot of land to display his artwork and told the Common Coincil members to get bent. He is a very talented artist with a message to get across. So very cool
Written September 22, 2020
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LonelyPlants2020
Lansing, MI9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
A favorite to do in the area, this sculpture park is a unique stop for those traveling to or from the Marquette/Munising area. They do change out the sculptures so make sure you check this fun stop out if visiting annually. Donation is asked but not required.
Written August 24, 2020
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geologymom
Blauvelt, NY156 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020 • Couples
Just looking out the window driving west when we saw the sign for this sculpture park. It was getting dark, which is probably not the best time to visit, but didn't want to let the moment pass. So glad we went. The sculptures are imaginative (would have wanted to know more about it, we picked up the card on the way out) and nicely situated on a trail we decided to walk so we could see it more detail. We enjoy creative sculpture and this was both whimsical and touching. Some pieces seem to be dedicated to the artist's friends who have died. Glad to have stopped by and contribute to the effort. I had no cell service, really would have loved to know more. Thank you for creating this!
Written September 24, 2020
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Mary W
62 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021
Nice art park that you can drive around to see all of the amazing art works out of metal or you an walk if you prefer. Very easy walk to do. The sculptures are quite impressive when yo consider all of the thought and time that went into each one. Free admission, no bathrooms, but did have port-a-John’s. The gift shop was closed when we were there.
Written July 12, 2021
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Lakenenland Sculpture Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

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Lakenenland Sculpture Park is open:
  • Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM