DeTour Michigan is where the rhythm of the Great Lakes sets the pace—a quiet village perched at the eastern tip of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, where the waters of Lake Huron and the St. Marys River converge in a timeless dance of currents and passing freighters. It’s a place shaped by the steady movement of ships, the call of gulls, and the rugged beauty of Michigan’s north.

DeTour is known for its picturesque shoreline, where ferry boats glide across the water to Drummond Island, carrying travelers to an untamed wilderness of forests, trails, and rocky shores. The DeTour Reef Lighthouse, standing just offshore, has watched over these waters for more than a century—a steadfast beacon guiding ships safely past the shallows.

Life here revolves around the water. Anglers cast their lines into the river, chasing salmon and trout that navigate the currents. Kayakers paddle along the coast, finding peace in the gentle waves. Even the streets of the village carry an easy rhythm, where marinas bustle in the summer and the seasons shape the quiet charm of the town.

DeTour may be small, but it holds a big piece of Michigan’s maritime story.