Second Island
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N 42° 45.313 W 084° 44.768
16T E 684440 N 4736096
Located at the bridge to the island at the end of Harrison Street past West River Street at the Grand River. Parking available.
Waymark Code: WMZPA
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 11/26/2006
Views: 19
Graced by the natural beauty of these soaring sandstone ledges, Grand Ledge was once famous for its Seven Islands Resort, a recreation area centered on this island from 1870 to 1910. At the turn of the century the ledges made this city one of the most popular resort areas in lower Michigan. Excursion trains brought thousands to enjoy this area which featured steamboat rides, a boat livery, a hotel and vaudeville theater, mineral wells, a roller coaster and fishing. In 1976 the Grand Ledge Area Bicentennial Commission erected the band pavilion.
Parking nearby?: yes
D/T ratings: 
website: [Web Link]
Registered Site #: Local Site #592
Historical Date: Not listed
Historical Name: Not listed
Description: Not listed
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