Thompson's Harbor State Park is a remote and largely undeveloped public recreation area on Lake Huron covering 5,109 acres (2,068 ha) in Presque Isle County, Michigan.[4] The state park's seven point five miles (12.1 km) of pristine shoreline encompass a varying terrain of second growth forest, limestone cobble beaches, and deep sand dunes.[5] The park's flora and fauna include a large population of dwarf lake iris as well as more than one hundred bird species, coyotes, deer, and possibly black bear.[6] The park offers six miles (9.7 km) of trails for hikers and cross-country skiers, rustic cabins, and opportunities for sea kayaking.[4] The park was designated a Michigan "dark sky preserve" in 2016.[7]
Thompson's Harbor State Park | |
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Location in Michigan Thompson's Harbor State Park (the United States) | |
Location | Krakow Township, Presque Isle County, Michigan, United States |
Nearest city | Rogers City, Michigan |
Coordinates | 45°20′30″N 83°34′05″W / 45.34167°N 83.56806°W[2] |
Area | 5,109 acres (2,068 ha) |
Elevation | 600 feet (180 m) [2] |
Designation | Michigan state park |
Established | 1988[3] |
Administrator | Michigan Department of Natural Resources |
Website | Thompson's Harbor State Park |