Upper Peninsula Lodging
Holiday Motel - Manistique, Michigan
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Great places to stay in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan
U.P. Michigan Vacations
The Big Spring (Kitch-iti-Kipi)
Named the "Mirror of Heaven" by the early Indians.
One of the Upper Peninsula's major attractions, Kitch-iti-Kipi is located 12 miles west of Manistique at Palms Book State Park. Young and old will enjoy riding the self-propelled observation raft to view the wonders of The Big Spring. The spring is 45 feet deep and 200 feet across. Water temperature remains constant at 45 degrees and is crystal clear. Visitors will thrill at the view of large brown trout, strange formations and the sight of 16,000 gallons of water per minute "erupting" from the depths.
In the early morning there is often a beautiful mist lying across the water and the brown trout will sometimes be rising to the surface. Nearby is a nice picnic area, there is now camping. Be sure to check with the locals for lodging and hours of operation.
The raft is free but you do need a State Park sticker.
Gray Wolf Lodge
6770 W US HWY 2
Manistique MI 49854
(906) 341-2410