Very peaceful and relaxing. No cell service at all so do not expect that. So many trails and wonderful things to see. I would recommend stopping by the visitor's center and grabbing a map prior.

This park is geared towards hikers, there are is beautiful scenery, waterfalls and a view of Lake Superior. The visitors center has great information about the park and should be your first stop.

Couldn't have asked for a more beautiful time in this State Park. We hiked the Escarpment Trail to the Lake of the Clouds overlook, which was about 4.3 miles one way. We also hiked to Summit Peak and the Presque Isle River. We stayed in...More

The porcupine mountains are an amazxing insite into Michigan's Upper Penninsula. The views, the waterfalls and hiking sites, camping areas and the amazing Lake Superior shoreline are more than you can absorb in one day...Come for a week long adventure into wilderness beauty and you...More

Been to the State Park a few times We hiked the Escarpment Trail this time. 5 miles on top looking over both Lake Superior and Lake of the Clouds. Magnificent views. Trail can be rugged and in some parts you're close to edge. Watched an...More

Nothing bad can be said about the porcupine mountains. Every part you go is beautiful. Several look out points and miles upon miles of trails.

We hiked the escarpment trail, with great views of Lake of the Clouds. Great trails and beautiful views. LOTS of bugs!

We spent two days hiking this beautiful, well maintained park. There's a fee to get in. I believe $9 per day. I forgot to ask for senior rate so not sure if there was one. Rangers were friendly and helpful. Visitor's center is interesting and...More

Stayed in the West Union Bay Yurt for 2 nights. Comfy bunk mattresses (firm!), roomy yurt with clear dome in ceiling and windows for air and lake view. Warm in 30-50 degree weather. Rained one night and we were totally dry. Woodstove super heats the...More

When I need to get away and desire nature's autumn grandeur I like to head to the porkies. There are two styles of camping from which to choose. Rustic or developed. Union bay is great if you like to be close to the water and...More