Palms Book SP
Eastern Upper Peninsula - Michigan
Entrance fees and opening hours
- 9$/vehicle/Non Resident Daypass
- Covered by the Recreation Passport*
- Open daily 24h
*The Recration Passport is the “flat rate” for all state parks in Michigan. The pass costs a one-time fee of $40 (non-residents) and can be purchased online, at the entrance of the respective state parks or at the Customer Service Centers of the Department of Natural Resources. The pass is valid for one calendar year.
Our visits: So far 1 visit in October 2024
Kitch-Iti-Kipi
Description: Kitch-iti-kipi is located in Palms Book State Park and is Michigan's largest natural freshwater spring. The name means “big cold spring” in the Ojibwe language. It is one of the most important tourist attractions in the Upper Peninsula. The state of Michigan received the spring and the land surrounding it in 1926 on the condition that it be turned into a public park. Since then, the state has acquired the surrounding land and expanded the park considerably. The pool around the spring measures approximately 299feet x 174feet and is about 40feet deep.
Our rating: The turquoise water of the spring is impressive and offers a beautiful sight. You can take the self-operated ferry to the middle of the spring and take a look at the crystal-clear water. The unusual way of discovering the spring makes the visit interesting and really worthwhile for us.
