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Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
Walking toward the historic beach house.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
The volleyball courts at the Lake Michigan beach are very popular.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
The Big Sable Point Lighthouse is a great place to catch a sunset.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
An early morning paddle on Hamlin Lake.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
Enjoying the Ludington Canoe Trail.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
The iconic dunes of Ludington State Park.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
The Beach House and visitor center.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
There are several informational displays in the Beach House.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
Boardwalks over and along the Big Sable River provide access to the water for floaters and paddlers.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
A typical site in the Jack Pines Campground.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
Wildflowers bloom throughout the summer.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
A wide variety of creatures call the park home.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
A shelter along one of the hiking trails.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
The Island Trail is not to be missed.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
The park offers rentals for kayaks, canoes, and tubes.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
The beach on Hamlin Lake provides a more sheltered swimming experience.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
A typical site in the Pines Campground.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
Mink can often be seen along the banks of the Big Sable River.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
A porcupine feeds in Ludington State Park.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
Sunset over the dunes.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
Backcountry camping is available in the Jack Pines Campground.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
The Milky Way over the Big Sable Point Lighthouse.
Eric Adsit
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07/08/2018
Amazing stargazing opportunities abound in Ludington State Park
Eric Adsit
Photo Date:
07/08/2018
The entrance to the park.