Munising, MI Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Munising, MI works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 394 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Munising, MI head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
411.9 mi
Detroit, MI
Quickest Drive
6h 17m
Flint, MI
Plan Around Munising, MI
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Munising, MI is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Munising, MI
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Munising, MI
Driving from Munising, MI
Expect an average of 394 miles and about 7h 13m behind the wheel when leaving Munising, MI. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 412 miles (7h 27m), while the shortest is just 360 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Munising, MI most often head toward Detroit, MI (411.9 mi, 7h 27m), Clinton Township, MI (404.6 mi, 7h 24m), Sterling Heights, MI (398.9 mi, 7h 14m), Macomb, MI (396.3 mi, 7h 21m), and Grand Rapids, MI (359.7 mi, 6h 41m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MI currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 394-mile trip from Munising, MI, budget about $58 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Munising, MI and 1 routes heading into Munising, MI, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 360 to 412 miles.
The longest mapped route from Munising, MI covers 412 miles and takes approximately 7h 27m. Shorter options start at just 360 miles.
The average route from Munising, MI runs about 394 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 13m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 394-mile trip from Munising, MI costs roughly $58 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Munising, MI include Detroit, MI, Clinton Township, MI, Sterling Heights, MI and Macomb, MI. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Munising, MI by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,907
Median Income
$54,375
Median Home Value
$112,300
Median Age
53.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Notable People from Munising, MI
A sampling of people born in Munising, MI.
Steven J. Raica
1952
Catholic bishop in the United States
Connie Binsfeld
1924–2014
American politician
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Munising, MI.
Grand Island Harbor Rear Range Light
lighthouse in Michigan, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q1022789), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Munising, MI
Munising is a small city in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, on the southern shore of Lake Superior.
Art in the Alley. Art installation from mid-May through mid-October of reproduced works of art from Alger County residents. The alley is one-half block south of Munising Avenue between Elm Avenue and Maple Street. (updated Dec 2019) Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tours, 1204 Commercial St, ☏ +1 906 387-4477. (updated Dec 2019)
Chapel Beach: Secluded white sand beach (three mile hike to reach) that has gorgeous sunsets. The hike from Chapel Beach to Mosquito Beach offers amazing views of the Pictured Rock landscape. Be careful: there are no guardrails and a fall will most definitely be fatal. Grand Island National Recreation Area, 400 E. Munising Ave, ☏ +1 906 387-2512. (updated Dec 2019)
Dogpatch Restaurant, 325 E Superior St, ☏ +1 906 387-9948. (updated Dec 2019) Eh! Burger, 101 E. Munising Ave, ☏ +1 906 387-7000. (updated Dec 2019) Main Street Pizza, 113 Maple St, ☏ +1 906 387-3993. (updated Dec 2019) Miners Pasties and Ice Cream, 100 W. Munising Ave, ☏ +1 906 387-6200. (updated Dec 2019) Muldoons Pasties & Gifts, 1246 W M-28, ☏ +1 906 387-5880, [email protected]. (updated Dec 2019) Munising Dairy Queen, 221 W. Munising Ave, ☏ +1 906 387-1800. (updated Dec 2019) Pictured Rocks Pizza, 106 Birch St, ☏ +1 906 387-5700. (updated Dec 2019) The Fish Basket, 147 Birch St, ☏ +1 906 202-3692. Food Truck. (updated Dec 2019) Tracey’s Restaurant, 815 W Munising Ave, ☏ +1 906 387-8008. (updated Dec 2019)
East Channel Brewery, 209 Maple Street, ☏ +1 906 387-3007. (updated Dec 2019)
Alger Falls Motel of Munising Michigan, E9427 State HWY M-28, ☏ +1 906 387-3536. (updated Dec 2019) Beach Inn Motel on Munising Bay, 9360 E Munising Avenue, ☏ +1 906 387-6700. (updated Dec 2019) 1 Boarders Inn & Suites Munising, E9589 M-28, ☏ +1 906 387-5292, toll-free: +1 888 693-8262. (updated Dec 2019) Buckhorn Resort, N3919 Buckhorn Dr, ☏ +1 906 387-3559, [email protected]. (updated Dec 2019) Cherrywood Lodge of Munising, 10160 M-28 East, ☏ +1 906 387-4864, toll-free: +1 877-424-6423. (updated Dec 2019) Hillcrest Motel & Cabins, E9454 M-28 East, ☏ +1 906 387-6363. (updated Dec 2019) Holiday Inn Express Lakeview, E8890 M-28, ☏ +1 906 387-4800, [email protected]. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. (updated Dec 2019) Munising Motel, 332 E. Onota St, ☏ +1 906 387-3187. (updated Dec 2019) North Star Hotel - Pictured Rocks, ☏ +1 906 387-2466, [email protected]. (updated Dec 2019) Pictured Rocks Inn & Suites, 420 M28 East, ☏ +1 906 387-2493. (updated Dec 2019) Roam Inn, 815 W Munising Ave, ☏ +1 906 387-8000. (updated Dec 2019) Scotty's Motel, 415 Cedar St, ☏ +1 906 387-2449. (updated Dec 2019) Sunset Motel on the Bay, 1315 Bay St, ☏ +1 906 387-4574. (updated Dec 2019) Superior Motel & Suites, 500 E. M-28, ☏ +1 906 387-1600, [email protected]. (updated Dec 2019)
Travel tips adapted from Munising on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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