AuSable Shoreline Park

The southern end of the Sunrise Coast Birding Trail begins here. Located on the east side of US 23 just south of the AuSable River bridge, this mixed woodland and shoreline area offers diverse habitat and bird species. From the “hide”, observe birds feeding at stations. Climb the observation platform along the paved trail and boardwalk leading to the shoreline where Green Herons frequent the small pond below the observation deck. The federally endangered Great Lakes Piping Plovers often nest along this Lake Huron shore. Walk the sugar sand beach north to the break wall. Spring and fall are opportune times to observe migrating waterfowl along the river mouth.

Access Type: Via Paved Road

Launch Type: Carry-in Launching (Kayak)

Beach Type: Sand

Beach Approach: Low Banks

Facilities/Services: Restrooms (Portable), Waste Receptacles

Day Use Facilities: Picnic Area, Playground/Activity Area

Notes: Path access to Lake Huron; Carry-in several hundred feet

Things to Do: Birding, Scenic Viewing, Water Feature Viewing

Open: Fall, Spring, Summer; Restrooms Available; Handicap Accessible

GPS: 44.40388, -83.32216

Website: http://ausablevalleyaudubon.org/‍ ‍