The largest lake in North America and the largest freshwater lake in the world is Superior. The lake covers a vast area of North America and Canada. Here are ten percent of the world's freshwater. The lake covers an area of about 31,700 square miles. It cannot be seen from the other side like the sea. Lake Superior is the second deepest, the coldest, and the oldest lake in the world.
It is caused by a volcanic eruption. More than three hundred springs and river water have flowed into this lake. The diverse fauna around this lake is an impeccable contribution to nature. More than eighty species of aquatic animals and more than a hundred migratory birds are found here. This unique lake, the land of wonders surrounding it, the ancient skyscrapers, the forest springs and the innumerable rivers - all this is like a wonder of the earth. So let's take a look at some of the wonders of that wonderland.
Tahkamenon Falls
Tahkamenon Falls State Park is located between Michigan's Upper Peninsular Newberry and Paradise in North America. This waterfall is about 200 feet wide. With about 190,000 liters of water per second, it is falling 50 feet. Surprisingly, its water color is orange-brown. This is actually due to the tannin of the cedar tree, which flows along the river and makes the falls so colorful.
The river Tahkamenon is formed from this waterfall. The river flows over an area of about 50,000 acres. The river flows past the Tahkamenon River Forest. Around this river full of natural beauty. This river is always attractive to tourists.
Rare species of orchids are found in the Tahkamenon River Forest, along with aquatic animals in the river. Boating on the river, wandering in the jungle for unknown purposes or trekking in the mountains is a must have for any tourist.
Peninsular Pictured Rock National Lakeshore
Most tourists visiting Lake Superior choose to visit Pichard Rock National Lakeshore in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan. Because, 24 km from here colorful sandstone coast of various rocks can be seen. This pictured rock is as beautiful as the picture. The sandy beaches around this Pictured Rock, several small mountain springs and deep forests are the main attractions for tourists. It was declared a National Lakeshow in 1966 to conserve this natural resource. The lakeshow covers an area of about 40 miles from Lake Superior. The National Park Services of the United States is responsible for overseeing this conservation. There are camping, hiking and boating facilities.
A number of caves, large and small, called Caves of All Colors, Rainbow Caves, have been created on the cliffs of colored stone. Miners Castle, Chapel Rock, Painted Cave open the door to a new horizon for tourists. One has to look in amazement and fascination. Not far from Lakeshore is a double waterfall called Twin Falls.
The area around this waterfall is known as the Twin Falls Plant Preserve Area. There are also several hills in the area. You can reach those mountains by going through many ups and downs. Somewhere along the narrow, somewhere sloping and winding road you have to proceed towards the waterfall. So the place is ideal for many for hiking.
Wagner Falls
It is the most beautiful waterfall in the Munich area. You have to walk about half a mile from the parking spot to reach this fountain. There is a small forest near this waterfall. Narrow path in the middle of the forest. Yellow, blue, wild flowers make the whole area look heavenly. Ruposhi Wagner Falls is descending the mountain in the middle of the forest with her charming surge.
Yellow bouquets of wild flowers, rows of pine trees, streams of white Wagana waterfalls in the middle of the dense green, rain and water vapor from the fountains the land is a mysterious beauty. Who doesn’t want to get lost in nature to see this form of forest with fountains?
Grand Island
Tourists are most interested in navigating Lake Superior. At different times of the day, the spectacular boats of the lake take the tourists on a one-on-one tour. You can take a boat tour from the front of the East Channel Lighthouse on Grand Island. This old light house looks very beautiful. Several fountains can be seen in the vicinity. The water of the spring has flowed straight into the water of the lake through the crevice of the mountain. Bridal Vail Falls, Mosquito Falls are descending through the boulders.
The size and structure of the colored stone cliffs on the coast are different. These rocks of amazingly beautiful structure have been created by the erosion and storage of the environment for many centuries. Somewhere it looks like a vase, somewhere it looks like a standing fort. There is also a bow-shaped natural arch called Lovers Leap, Grand Portal.
Memorial Falls
It is located very close to Munich City. During the rainy season, the intensity of this spring increases. It looks like a cave with a small waterfall cascading down from the rock. The water has merged with the dense green vegetation along the mountain path. This magnificent decoration of Basudhar is really captivating. Mountain roads, ancient mahiruh, fountains, lakes, rain - Memorial Falls appears in front of the tourists with a huge surprise. The fun of wandering through it is different.
Miners Castle
Miners Castle is located 6 and a half miles east of Pichard Rock National Lakeshore. It is always crowded with tourists. From here the various shapes and sizes of rocks can be clearly seen. Another form of Lake Superior can be seen from a specific paved place here. Straight down 200 feet, bluish green water can be seen near the shore. Some of the tourists with small dinghies go out hiking. There are plenty of hiking and camping spots around Pictured Rock. A catastrophe in 2006 damaged a large part of Miners Castle.
Miners Falls is a short distance from Miners Castle. There are many lush forests along the Minus Falls Nature Trail. In the forest on both sides of the path. Walking through the jungle, looking at the colorful leaves and flowers, it may seem as if Bashundhara is playing with colors. There are also different species of birds. A total of two kilometers of walking distance from Miners Castle to Minus Falls.
Elgar Falls
This beautiful waterfall is located very close to the M-8 Highway south of Munich and Michigan. Being very close to the highway, visitors never miss seeing this waterfall. Because this fountain is within walking distance of the car. This fountain can even be seen from the car. In summer, the flow of water in the spring decreases a lot.
Spring is the ideal time to visit this waterfall. Because at this time a lot of water came down the Elgar mountain. So in the spring the fountain stays entertained, he regains his lost youth. At this time, the forest around Elgar Falls also began to be exposed to its new life. During this time a large number of tourists come to see the amazing scenery of Elgar Falls and its surroundings.
Twelve Miles Beach
Twelve Miles Beach is located very close to Pictured Rock National Lakeshore. There are several campgrounds around this beach. The place is spectacular for tourists who come for camping. Many come in groups. They stayed in these campgrounds for a few days. There are facilities to camp, stay, eat. Travelers often feel pressured to book in advance to stay in these campgrounds.
Jungle on one side, colorful mountain cliffs, lake on the other side, sandy beach in the middle. Quite a nice place for hiking. Many people flock to these areas to enjoy the beauty of this aesthetic beauty. Many rest in the solitude of nature. There are colorful pebbles all around. Some are yellow, some are green, there are also orange, red and blue.
Chapel Rock
This 80 feet high waterfall is another attraction of Pictured Rock National Lakeshore. This waterfall is located east of Miners Castle. It takes about an hour of trekking to see this waterfall which is 3 miles away from the parking spot. So the place is chosen by the tourists who are addicted to trekking.
The place was first discovered by a European geographer named Le Chapel. This place is named after him. There is a natural arch made of sandstone, known as Chapel Rock. In 1940, several parts of the arch were destroyed. Chapel Rock has a spectacular beach and Chapel Lake. Many people like the place for boating, hiking and surfing.
Munising Falls
Like Miners Castle, Munich Falls is a popular spot for travelers. There are reasons for that. This waterfall can be easily reached by a short walk from the parking lot. From small children to old people, anyone can turn to this fountain. There is a forest of pine trees near this waterfall. The beauty of the pine forest captivates the minds of the visitors while visiting the waterfalls.
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