Underwater Preserve
The strong winds and seas at the turn of the century sent many ships to the bottom of Lake Huron. They are now preserved by the water that ended their voyage, waiting to be explored.

Novice and experienced divers will find adventure in the waters off the Upper Thumb. The Thumb Area Bottomland Preserve runs from the tip of Huron County near Port Austin to Wagener Park, south of Harbor Beach.

Also, the Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse Museum houses photographs, artifacts and footage representing wrecks of the park of interest to both the diver and non-diver. Following are the sport diver sites in the bottomland preserve, an asterisk designates areas marked by buoys. .

Beaches
Huron County features 93 miles of shoreline and some of the finest beaches in the state. Visitors to the area would be remiss not to stop at one of these sandy spots during their trip.

Located about 5 miles northeast of Caseville on M-25. The shoreline is graced by a half mile of Lake Huron beach, with the inland area featuring nature trails. A campground is located across M-25 from the beach area and features a pedestrian overpass. Entrance to the park requires a motor vehicle permit. The day-use area is open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Beach area has hiking trails, bathhouse, shelters, running water and picnicking facilities.

Parks
State, county and community parks are in abundance through Huron County. Camping is available as well as day-use facilities.

This is the only-known location in the lower peninsula of Michigan of pre-Columbian Native American rock carvings. The site also features a 1-mile walking trail in the heavily forested 240 acre parcel which is open all year from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. The park is located 4 miles east of M-53 on Bay city-Forestville Road and 1 mile south on Germania Road.

Though the hours of the archaeological site generally are Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, Wednesdays - Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., you should call ahead to verify it will be open. No fee required. Call (989) 856-4411 for more information.

Lighthouses
Four landmark lighthouses surround the county. Artists and photographers have used them often in their work.

Located 6 miles North of Port Hope off M-25 on Lighthouse Road in Lighthouse County Park. The Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse Society has been instrumental in lighthouse maintenance and upgrades as well as establishing events such as Heritage Days. Visitors to the Lighthouse Museum can examine shipwrecks, old photos and a variety of antique items. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day from Memorial Day through Labor Day. There is a gift shop as well.

In 1849 the keeper's dwelling burned to the ground. The lighthouse tower and dwelling were rebuilt in 1857. This year the Ponte Aux Barques Lighthouse Society is conducting a 150th Year Celebration in honor of the anniversary.

Churches
Well represented in each community is a variety of churches offering services for every faith.

Huron County Nature Center - Wilderness Arboretum
The Huron County Nature Center was founded in 1990. The Huron County Board of Commissioners established a 280-acre nature center in Hume township on property owned by the county since 1941. This tract includes the 120-acre wilderness arboretum that has been under the care of the Huron County Women's Clubs for more than 50 years.

Environmental education for all ages has been one of Huron County Nature Center's foremost objectives since its beginning as a Wilderness Arboretum in 1941. A variety of opportunities await.

In the past few years the nature center has added handicap accessible trails, built a pavilion, added restrooms, and maintained the many walking trails which run through the wilderness.

Caseville Link

Harbor Beach Link

Port Austin Link

Sebewaing Link

Museums
Huron County is rich in history. Nine museums contain a glimpse into our rich and varied past.

The Arts
From live theatre to an appreciation of art, local talent is featured.

Golf Courses
A wide variety of courses are available to novice as well as seasoned golfers.

Game Areas
Not many hunters go away disappointed after visiting the four Huron County state game areas. The Department of Natural Resources says every type of in-season animal kill is allowed in the gaming fields.

Marinas and Charters
Are you looking to head out on the water? We have plenty of marinas where you can launch your boat, or hire a ride from one of the many charter captains.

The site, at the end of Promenade Street in Bay Port, has a hard surface (class one) launch ramp, meaning sufficient water depth for most boats pulled on a trailer and a skid pier. There are no marina facilities. Boaters are urged to follow the channel markers when entering the water because the pate is cut through rocks. Dredging has been completed. Parking available for the handicapped.