Lower Tahquamenon Falls

large slides and drops around an island along the Tahquamenon

The lower falls on Tahquamenon River are not quite as dramatic as the upper ones, with the river split and sliding around a large island, though the size and scale are just as impressive. Numerous trails and boardwalks surround the area and canoe rentals are available to give any visitor a fun adventure.

Directions

Follow M-123 north out of Newberry for 26 miles, turning out the sign for the state park. From here follow the multitude of signs and paths to view the falls.

Photographs

Visits

Seen in July.

July 6, 2008
When we reached the viewing platform for the lower falls I was a bit disappointed by the relatively small size. The wide river was impressive, sure, yet the drop seemed only to be a handful of feet at best. We followed the paths right, upstream and around the pond, to get a closer view of the drops; the path we walked on was nice, swampy sections bridged by wooden walkways. I waited for a chance to take some pictures of the falls, as it was quite crowded.