Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

The park is named for the colorful cliff walls along Lake Superior shoreline.
Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coastal features and affects every ecosystem, creating a unique landscape to explore. Hiking, camping, sightseeing, and four-season outdoor opportunities abound.
Map showing location of park.
The National park service arrowhead logo. An illustrated arrowhead with the text "National Park Service" alongside images of a giant sequoia, a bison, and a snow-capped mountain
Sand Point Road Closure Postponed
The planned closure of Sand Point Road has been postponed until further notice because of unexpected project delays. Sand Point Road and the beach remain open and accessible.
 A map describing the closure of Sand Point Road from July 8, 2026 until July17, 2026. The closure begins at the park boundary and continues northeast to the end of the road. The closure does not impact access to the Munising Falls Visitor Center, Munisin
Sand Point Road to Close July 8 - 17 for Culvert Replacement at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Sand Point Road will be temporarily closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic east of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore boundary from Wednesday, July 8 until Friday, July 17, for a culvert replacement project. The closure may be extended if additional time is needed to complete the work.
Miners Falls Trail Reopens Today
The Miners Falls Trail at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore reopened today, June 26, after a temporary closure on June 23–25 for necessary boring work. The trail will remain open through June 28 before closing again on June 29 through July 2, as crews continue soil boring near the viewing platforms.
A large, powerful waterfall plunges off a sandstone cliff, surrounded by yellow and green foliage
Miners Falls Trail to Temporarily Close June 23-25, 2026
The Miners Falls Trail within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore will be temporarily closed to all visitors from Tuesday, June 23 until Thursday, June 25.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Postpones Prescribed Fire
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Postpones Prescribed Fire
Multi-colored sandstone cliffs rise out of Lake Superior
Photo by NPS Photo
A sandstone rock formation rises out of a blue-green Lake Superior on a sunny day.
Photo by NPS Photo
A pale pinkish thistle on sand dunes at sunset.
Photo by NPS Photo
A person in a headlamp looks skyward at the milky way on a clear night
Photo by NPS Photo
Orange, black, and white mineral streaks cover a sandstone cliff face.
Photo by NPS Photo
Golden and orange trees line a sandstone cliff rising above a beach on a cloudy autumn day
Photo by NPS Photo
A white lighthouse tower surrounded by red brick buildings on a sunny day.
Photo by NPS Photo
Sandstone cliffs with streaks of brown, red, and orange rise out of Lake Superior at sunset.
Photo by NPS Photo
A trail leading up a sand dune covered in beach grass
Photo by NPS Photo