Most of us are well familiar with Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in the UP’s Munising area. Featuring sandstone cliffs, beaches, dunes, waterfalls, forest, and some 40 miles of shoreline, the space sits alongside Lake Superior. Travelers come here for hiking, camping, sightseeing, and most notably, kayaking.

What you may or may not be familiar with are the many caves that sit right on the water – caves that take us to another world. One such area, accessible only by kayak, is on the water level of Miner’s Castle. Erosion over great stretches of time has created the truly unique look of these rock formations, something to truly behold.

Miners Castle is among the most famous rock formations of Pictured Rocks and is accessible by car and trails.
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To get to the cave below the formation, rent a kayak and go on a group tour.
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When you enter, you'll find hundreds of years of geological transformation.
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Look closely and you'll feel like you're on another planet.
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Though the caves are narrow, you're really at the foot of 200 foot tall sea cliffs.
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Some are accessible by kayak, some are not (like pictured here).
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Pretty spectacular, huh? One of the more popular ways to tour this unique place is with Paddling Michigan, whose Facebook page is chock full of stunning images from visitors’ trips.

Tell us, have you visited this unique Michigan cave? Share with us your favorite memories or photos!

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