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Beaver Island is an island in Lake Michigan in the U.S. state of Michigan. At 55.8 sq mi (145 km 2), it is the largest island in Lake Michigan and the third largest island in Michigan after Isle Royale and Drummond Island. The island is located approximately 32 miles (51 km) from the city of Charlevoix.
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Beaver Island, largest of an island group in northeastern Lake Michigan, U.S., about 35 miles (55 km) north-northwest of the resort city of Charlevoix, Michigan. It extends about 13 miles (21 km) in length and 2 to 7 miles (3 to 11 km) in width and is administered as part of Charlevoix county.
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Aug 20, 2023 · Beaver Island, Michigan, is more than just a scenic retreat in Lake Michigan; it is a place steeped in history and significance. From its indigenous roots to the arrival of European explorers, the island has witnessed dramatic transformations.
Aug 24, 2021 · Beaver Island is the biggest island of a small chain archipelago roughly 27 miles off the mainland in northern Lake Michigan. It sits almost directly halfway between the Lower and Upper Peninsula. On clear days, you can see the faint outline of both mainlands from the northern and eastern sides of the island.
An Overview of Beaver Island's History. Beaver Island as we know it first appeared out of the ice eleven thousand years ago. Since then, its form has changed considerably because of the rise and fall of Lake Michigan, which has ranged over a differential of 375'.
May 14, 2019 · Beaver Island is the largest Lake Michigan island. It is 13 miles (21 km) long, and 3 to 6 miles (5 to 10km) wide. It is located in the northern Lake Michigan, about 32 miles (51 km) northwest from Charlevoix, Michigan. The island is known for its secluded, uncrowded beaches, for its forests and relaxed atmosphere.
Beaver Island is a lightly-inhabited island in northern Lake Michigan, about halfway between the Lower and Upper Peninsulas of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is about 144.56 km². It is about 33.7 km long and 4.8 to 9.7 km wide. It is the largest island in Lake Michigan (湖), and is part of the Beaver Islands.