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Photo of Fossil Ledges Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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5.7

Pleasant

Fossil Ledges Beach

Drummond, United States

#152 out of 151 in Michigan

5.7

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Maxton • 8.3 km

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About

Fossil Ledges Beach is located on the Huron lake and it is in the 152th place out of 151 beaches in the Michigan region 381 km away from its center, the city of Lansing. It is one of the beaches of Maxton settlement, just 8.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and rocks cover, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Fossil Ledges Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

To get to the beach, you need to drive along a dirt road about 2km long.

Fossil Ledges Beach (Michigan) is located outside the Maxton settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

4.7 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

0 M

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Located outside the settlement

Maxton • 8.3 km

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Localities

Nearest

Maxton • 8.3km

Main locality of province

Lansing • 381km

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Tyler Ingalls

10 Exceptional

Fossil Ledges was a sweet trip! We took out a suburban (with tires flat) as well as a lot of side by sides. The trail out was of course for off road vehicles and you will go through puddles/ponds and over whoops, etc. when you arrive, there are a few spots to park and then drop down to the ledges. the water was great! Cool swimming spots, and water wasn’t too cold, thankfully!! There were a few bugs, but nothing out of ordinary for the UP. We did find a bunch of awesome stones and fossil filled rocks!!! Trail gets busy, so drive safe!

Mathieu Labs

10 Exceptional

Fossil Ledges is a beautiful place to visit! We made it in my F150 and had no problem going through the mud/puddles/trail. The water is crystal clear and snorkeling is a must. At least these fish in the great lakes won't eat you like in the oceans. You could spend an entire day at Fossil Ledges. Get there early or might not be a spot for your vehicle.

Dan

10 Exceptional

We made it in a 2020 all wheel drive equinox. The ride was slow and we would have stopped at the beaver swamps because it looked bad however a side by side stopped us and said it was only 14 inches deep. We made it. The entire drive was all like sheet rock. There is no soft bottoms or ruts. There is holes and busted up rocks, just no real ruts. It took us close to an hour to drive 6 miles. It was nice drive and would highly recommend it. The lady at the tourist info place told us she wouldn't recommend driving our equinox out to the ledges but we did. It's probably not passable just after rain.

Erik Faust

10 Exceptional

Amazing experience while your on the island. Easily walk out into Lake Huron quite a distance and take in the beautiful scenery.

Eric VanDuyn

10 Exceptional

Very cool spot to explore and see fossils in the rocks. The last 2 miles are very challenging and slow going. Definitely need a vehicle with a higher clearance, but didn't need to use 4wd at all to get out there. Lots of puddles to drive through!

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Fossil Ledges Beach?

The Fossil Ledges Beach is mostly covered with rocks. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.

What are the key activities at Fossil Ledges Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Fossil Ledges Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Fossil Ledges Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes.

Fossil Ledges Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Fossil Ledges Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Fossil Ledges Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with rocks and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Fossil Ledges Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Fossil Ledges Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Fossil Ledges Beach?

Fossil Ledges Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Fossil Ledges Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Fossil Ledges Beach.

How far is the Fossil Ledges Beach from parking?

The Fossil Ledges Beach has no parking spot and you have to drive on a dirt road to reach it.

What is the best time of the year to visit Fossil Ledges Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Fossil Ledges Beach is July. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 20°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature -3°C and water -7°C. See more details in weather section.