Alpena: Portside Haven Where History And Heritage Collide
Overlooking Lake Huron’s stunning view of the Thunder Bay Alpena, Michigan is a city and county seat of Alpena County that was incorporated in 1871. In 1800’s cement, wood and heavy machinery industries of Alpena stemmed from a long industrial heritage of logging industry. Today, Alpena offers a sanctuary of inviting residential areas and recreational activities for residents and visitors to enjoy. Get into the town by booking a flight to arrive at Alpena County Regional Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Weather in Alpena vary through out the year, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and with a chance of rain or snow for the rest of the year. May to September is the most ideal month with less chances of rainfall perfect to experience the outdoor. Tourist may also consider to travel in January for the Thunder Bay International Film Festival or in February to take part of Reel Fun Ice Fishing Tournament held at the Grand Lake.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Top tourist must-visit place at Alpena is the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a National Marine Sanctuary protecting an estimated 116 historically significant shipwrecks at the Great Lakes. Another sanctuary worthy of visiting is the Island Park and Wildlife Sanctuary; a beautiful place to enjoy with families and friends. Nearby is the Besser Museum that offers an interesting history of art and science that is closely related with the heritage of the Great Lakes and Northern Michigan. After a whole day exploration of the town, relax and recuperate at the following Alpena, MI hotels: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena – Downtown, Best Western of Alpena and Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena.