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Throughout the 8.93 square miles that make up the City of Alpena are many inviting residential areas and recreational activities for its more than 10,000 residents and visitors to continuously enjoy. Thus, the City welcomes you to come and see how Alpena truly is the sanctuary of the Great Lakes.
Discover Alpena. Centrally located to 3 Dark Sky Preserve Parks, 7 lighthouses, more than 12 sinkholes, 300,000 acres of open water, 400+ million-year-old fossils, and more than 100 miles of groomed trails; the Sanctuary of the Great Lakes is your relaxed adventure oasis.You deserve to reconnect with what matters most in life; time spent with ...
Feb 15, 2024 · Known as the Sanctuary of the Great Lakes, Alpena is located on the sandy shores of Lake Huron, and is surrounded by abundant natural forest.
Historic downtown Alpena is located in Northeast Michigan on the shores of the Thunder Bay River and a few minutes walk from Lake Huron. As one of the most significant ports of the lumber era, downtown Alpena is home to a significant amount of historic buildings from the turn of the 19th century that have been preserved & renovated over the years.
The historic port city of Alpena sits nestled between a vast emerald forest and a clear blue bay. Founded in 1871, Alpena began as an early commercial fishing port and soon grew to be one of the nation’s most profitable lumber harvesting locations.
Alpena is the only city in the U.S. that can boast a cannon from the battleship Maine. This silent memorial to honor the loss of one of America's greatest warships still sits today in front of City Hall on the corner of Water Street and First Avenue. Welcome to City Of Alpena, Michigan.
Located along the picturesque shores of Lake Huron, Alpena is home to stunning sunrises, small-town charm, a rich maritime history and endless outdoor adventures.
