Mystery Valley Karst Preserve and Nature Sanctuary, Michigan, United States
5.0 (2 reviews) Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #3 in Posen Nature & Wildlife Areas • Valleys
Earthcracks!
Earthcracks! None of us had ever heard of this rare geologic formation, much less seen one. We were not disappointed! Earlier in the day, while visiting the Besser Museum in Alpena, one of us had picked up a brochure that mapped out how to find the preserve and it's features, which was very handy. Once you've found the entrance, park by the side of the road, walk down the farm lane through the field, and descend into the forest. One of the first features is a series of earthcracks, which are narrow fissures cut into the ground. We clambered around inside the deep dank pits, which the kids said smelled like spiders. Further down the trail are fossils and a "disappearing" lake. All in all, very cool!
Address
14888 Leer Rd # 14894, Posen, MI 49776-9453
Current local date and time now
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 2:53
User Ratings
5.0 based on (2 reviews)
Reviews
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5John 5:00 PM Feb 21, 2017
All seasons
Mystery Valley is interesting to visit during any season. The most fun I have had isiting has been with snowshoes.
