Cross In The Woods National Shrine, Michigan, United States
5.0 (235 reviews) Spent Ranking #1 in Cheboygan County Religious Sites
Absolutely breathtaking!
This was definitely one of my family's favorite stops on our trip to Michigan! The priest who greeted us (I wish I could remember his name!) was so sweet and informative. After a short presentation and history of the land and crucifix we went on our way. Each sculpture and shrine is beautiful, but the crucifix! My oh my it is breathtaking! We enjoyed walking the trail of the stations of the cross. It is so quiet and peaceful there, I wish I lived closer and could spend more time there whenever I wish. I also wish we could have visited during a mass. I'm sure it is lovely. The gift shop is nice and reasonably priced. There is no admission fee, although they do appreciate a donation, also donations for "lighting" prayer candles. We spent about an hour there in total. My photos do no justice to the size and magnitude of the crucifix, but they do show just how beautiful it is.
Address
7078 W M 68 Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749-9472
Mobile
Website
http://www.crossinthewoods.com
Current local date and time now
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 10:15
User Ratings
5.0 based on (235 reviews)
Reviews
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5Stephanie T 5:00 PM Aug 19, 2022
Make a stop!
We weren't planning on stopping at Cross in the Woods when we were planning our trip. However, it seemed like such a peaceful place to spend some time as we drove by that we stopped. The Stations of the Cross are laid out through a wooded area that lead to the base of the cross. It has been created in a simple, tasteful manner that allows one to spend as much time as wanted. I was moved by the Holy Stairs.
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5lithlith 5:00 PM Sep 25, 2021
Cross in the Woods
Cross in the woods is worth a stop while in Northern Michigan. It's only a few minutes drive off 75. The only tricky part is their parking lot. But they do have an overflow lot across the road. This is free to visit. Bathroom are available. There is a large giftshop with items specific to Cross in the Woods and well as other various religious gifts. The large cross is the main sight to see, but there are other statues and things to visit tucked away in trails and areas off to the side, so take a little time to explore.
