About Presque Isle County — Land For Sale

On Lake Huron’s sunrise coast, Presque Isle County blends quiet harbors, lighthouses and big‑woods country. Rogers City (county seat) anchors services along US‑23, with Onaway and Presque Isle Township gateway communities for state parks, clear inland lakes and the Thunder Bay/Black River headwaters.

Land & Lifestyle at a Glance

Hunting & Recreation — A true north‑country mix: aspen regen and oak/maple uplands meet cedar/spruce lowlands and cattail marsh. Whitetail, bear, grouse and woodcock are staple pursuits. Access is strong across nearby state parks, state forests and county/city preserves.

Waterfront & Lakes/Rivers — Parcels range from Lake Huron sand/cobble shoreline and protected bays (Grand Lake, Long Lake) to river/creek frontage on the Ocqueoc/Black systems. Expect firm sand/gravel on many shorelines; verify ordinary high‑water setbacks on Great Lakes parcels and floodplain on riverfront.

Farm & Tillable — Openings occur on upland benches and legacy homesteads. Loamy sands and sandy loams dominate; heavier clays sit in drain bottoms. Ask for tile maps, outlet capacity and all‑season field entrances sized for modern equipment.

Timber & Habitat — Northern hardwoods with red/white pine on highs; cedar/tamarack in drains. Many tracts show select‑cut history—good bones for trails, TSI and tucked plots along upland edges.

Cabin/Residential — Year‑round county roads reach most homes; seasonal two‑tracks appear near state land. Power typically at the road; wells/septic after a passing perc. Fastest internet sits near Rogers City/US‑23; remote tracts lean on fixed‑wireless or satellite.

Public Land & Nearby Recreation

• Hoeft State Park — Lake Huron beachfront camping, bike‑in access to the Huron Sunrise Trail and day‑use dunes north of Rogers City.

• Thompson’s Harbor State Park — 5,000+ acres of low dunes, alvar and cobble beaches with rustic, hike‑in shoreline.

• Rockport State Recreation Area — Dark‑sky site with fossil beds, sinkholes, launch and miles of undeveloped Lake Huron shoreline.

• Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground & Bicentennial Pathway — Michigan’s only named waterfall in the Lower Peninsula with trails, fishing and a day‑use swim hole.

• Presque Isle Lighthouses (County museum) — Old and New Presque Isle lights, harbors and day‑use shoreline on the township’s eastern edge.

Prefer privacy with more to roam? Parcels bordering state land or stretching along quieter lake/river frontages do come up—ask about what’s currently available.

Local Tips from a Michigan Land Specialist

• Perc & soils: Upland sands/loams often pass; peat/muck near marsh edges may need engineered systems—order a current perc.
• Frontage quality: On Lake Huron or bluff sites, confirm shoreline type (sand/cobble), bluff stability and high‑water setbacks; on Grand/Long lakes and rivers, verify floodplain, bottom type and local dock/wake rules.
• Access & winter: Seasonal/two‑tracks are typically unplowed—plan for snow machine or tracked‑UTV access to deeper tracts.
• Timber access: Use geotextile and culverts at wet crossings; loop trails help you hunt the wind without bumping bedding cover.
• Utilities/internet: Confirm electric at the road; best service sits near Rogers City/US‑23/M‑68 corridors.

FAQs — Presque Isle County

What makes land for sale in Presque Isle County, Michigan appealing? Lighthouse coastline, dark‑sky shorelines and clear inland lakes—plus deep public‑land access—create four‑season value for cabins, homes and mixed‑use tracts.

Is rural acreage “buildable”? Generally yes with township approval and a passing perc. Expect driveway/culvert permits and added shoreline/floodplain considerations on Great Lakes or river parcels.

Where can I launch a boat or paddle? State/county launches at Grand Lake, Long Lake and Rockport; municipal launches in Rogers City; signed access at Ocqueoc Falls SFC.

What parcel sizes are typical? 10–20 acre cabin sites, classic 40–80 acre hunting pieces, larger 80–160+ acre timber tracts, and select lake/riverfront lots.

Can I get reliable internet? Strongest near Rogers City and main corridors; remote pockets rely on fixed‑wireless or satellite.

Talk to a Michigan Land Specialist — contact us

Helpful resources: Michigan DNR hunting rules & regulations • MSU Extension Home Soil Test kit • District Health Department No. 4 — wells & septic • Presque Isle County Road Commission — permits