Alli & Phil’s Alpena guidebook
Museums
Learn about the hundreds of shipwrecks in Thunder Bay! You can also go on a glass bottom boat tour to see some shallow wrecks firsthand!
22 locals recommend
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
500 W Fletcher StLearn about the hundreds of shipwrecks in Thunder Bay! You can also go on a glass bottom boat tour to see some shallow wrecks firsthand!
Learn about the history of Alpena from archaeology to fisheries heritage. There is a planetarium that also shows short astronomy presentations.
20 locals recommend
Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan
491 Johnson StLearn about the history of Alpena from archaeology to fisheries heritage. There is a planetarium that also shows short astronomy presentations.
Old Presque Isle Lighthouse
5295 E Grand Lake RdNew Presque Isle Lighthouse
4500 E Grand Lake RdGreat beach and museum. You will also see the Joseph S. Fay wreck on the beach and in the water. Perfect for snorkeling or diving!
12 locals recommend
40 Mile Point Lighthouse
County Park RoadGreat beach and museum. You will also see the Joseph S. Fay wreck on the beach and in the water. Perfect for snorkeling or diving!
Sturgeon Point Lighthouse
6071 Point RdTrails
Explore the trails of the old quarry to the sinkholes. Climb the giant mountain of rocks, walk the pier, and even jump off! A favorite place of ours to get outside and enjoy nature.
21 locals recommend
Rockport State Recreation Area
Explore the trails of the old quarry to the sinkholes. Climb the giant mountain of rocks, walk the pier, and even jump off! A favorite place of ours to get outside and enjoy nature.
Thompson's Harbor State Park
Walk the trails or go to the beach!
Alpena Bi-Path
Alpena Bi-PathRide your bikes along the river!
Our favorite trail to hike, bike, cross-country ski, or snowshoe!
9 locals recommend
Norway Ridge Pathway Trailhead
2502-3450 Werth RdOur favorite trail to hike, bike, cross-country ski, or snowshoe!
Walk across the covered bridge to hike the trails along the island. Enjoy Alpena’s Wildlife Sanctuary! Rent kayaks or SUPs from Performance Locker and head into the Thunder Bay River Watershed.
Duck Park
Walk across the covered bridge to hike the trails along the island. Enjoy Alpena’s Wildlife Sanctuary! Rent kayaks or SUPs from Performance Locker and head into the Thunder Bay River Watershed.
Negwegon State Park
Chippewa Hills
Kissau RoadCity of Alpena Marina
400 W Chisholm StWalk or bike to the break wall at the marina!
Food scene
Enjoy a flight of beer and some of the tastiest food in Alpena!
31 locals recommend
Austin Brothers Beer Company
821 W Miller StEnjoy a flight of beer and some of the tastiest food in Alpena!
Connie's Cafe
11585 US-23Best breakfast in the area!
Fresh Palate
109 N 2nd AveTaste the local wine and have a bite to eat from Fresh Palate!
15 locals recommend
Thunder Bay Winery & Brew
109 N 2nd AveTaste the local wine and have a bite to eat from Fresh Palate!
Owl's Nest
628 W Chisholm StDelicious gourmet burgers!
Mango's Tequila Bar
121 W Chisholm StEnjoy your favorite Mexican dish with a margarita!
Court Yard Ristorante
2024 US-23Nowicki's Sausage Shoppe
1224 N 2nd AvePerfect for a quick lunch or buy some brats to take home.
Cabin Creek Coffee
201 N 2nd AveRed Brick Tap and Barrel
109 River StDowntown Scoops
101 N 2nd AveDairy Queen (Treat)
600 W Chisholm StEntertainment
Thunder Bay Theatre
400 N 2nd AveNortheast Michigan’s only year-round professional theatre!
Sightseeing/Adventure
Great Lakes Divers
400 Cedar StBeaches
Thomson Park
South State AvenueBlair Street Park
400 E Blair StStarlite Beach
South State AvenueOssineke State Forest Campground
Visit the public beach!
Thompson's Harbor State Park
Mich-e-ke-wis Park
1302 S State AveOur favorite local beach!
Besser Natural Area