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Port-Sanilac is located in the central "thumb" region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, situated along the shore of Lake Huron. This is a sparsely populated area of the state that draws most of its' visitors in the summertime, yet it's only a two hour drive from the metro Detroit area. Port Sanilac is a picturesque waterfront village with a modern harbor, pretty beaches and historic shipwrecks. Scuba divers come here to enjoy The Sanilac County Underwater Preserve, which has shipwrecks dating as far back as 1864. Strolling the harbor and watching the sailboats glide in and out of the harbor is an enjoyable way to spend a summer afternoon in Port Sanilac, or you can take a self-guided walking tour of the more than 40 historic buildings and Victorian mansions in the village. There are also numerous antique and gift shops in Lake Sanilac. Other recreational activities consist of fishing for walleye, boating, sailing, swimming, hiking, biking and golf. Points of special interest in the town of Port Sanilac include the County Historical Museum and Village, the Port Sanilac Lighthouse and The Barn Theater. Several special events are held throughout the year, including regular "Strawberry Socials" and an annual Summer Festival and a Craft Fair on the museum grounds. If visiting during July, be sure to stay for Port Sanilac's Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks at the Harbor Park.

Surrounding areas: Lexington, Michigan (11.2 mi), Port Huron, Michigan (32.3 mi)

Port Sanilac Vacation Rentals




Port Sanilac Hotels and Resorts

 
Hotels & Motels
Thomas Edison Inn500 Edison PkwyPort Huron, MI29.4 mi.(810) 984-8000

Port Sanilac Weather & Climate

Central Michigan, along the shores of Lake Huron, experiences four seasons with warm summers and cold winters. The Great Lakes help cool the hot days of summer and warm the cold winds of winter, giving Michigan a milder climate than some of the other Midwestern and north central states. Summer precipitation comes in the form of showers and thunderstorms. Tornadoes are not that common because Michigan is on the fringe of the Midwest tornado belt, and sees less of this activity than other parts of the country, in part due to the cold water of the surrounding lakes during the spring and summer months. The Great Lakes also act as a giant "heat sink," and is a natural humidifier, and this causes an increase in the moisture content in the air in winter, creating heavier snowfalls in some areas.

     Month       High Temp   Low Temp   Rainfall   Ocean Temp 
January 28°F 14°F 1.58 in. -
February 31°F 16°F 1.28 in. -
March 41°F 24°F 1.96 in. -
April 53°F 35°F 2.34 in. -
May 67°F 45°F 2.50 in. -
June 76°F 54°F 2.82 in. -
July 81°F 59°F 2.80 in. -
August 79°F 58°F 2.98 in. -
September 71°F 50°F 3.87 in. -
October 59°F 39°F 2.47 in. -
November 45°F 31°F 2.51 in. -
December 33°F 20°F 2.14 in. -

Port Sanilac Map & Transportation

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The closest airports in the area are the Huron County Memorial airport (BAX) located about 32 miles northwest of Port Sanilac in Bad Axe, Michigan, the St Clair County International airport (PHN) located approximately 35 miles south of Port Sanilac in Port Huron, Michigan, the Saginaw County H W Browne airport (HYX) located roughly 66 miles west of Port Sanilac in Saginaw, Michigan, the Bishop International airport (FNT) located around 68 miles west of Port Sanilac in Flint, Michigan, the Oakland County International airport (PTK) located about 68 miles southwest of Port Sanilac in Pontiac, Michigan, and finally the Detroit City airport (DET) located approximately 74 miles southwest of Port Sanilac in Detroit, Michigan.

Port Sanilac Attractions

 
Amusement and Theme Parks
JeepersAuburn HillsMI62.1 mi.
JeepersRosevilleMI67.5 mi.
Deer Acres Storybook ParkPinconningMI76.9 mi.
JeepersLivoniaMI84.1 mi.
 
Water Parks
Four Bears Water ParkUticaMI60.9 mi.
Waterford Oaks County ParkWaterfordMI66.5 mi.
Andersen Water ParkSaginawMI70.7 mi.
Red Oaks WaterparkMadison HeightsMI71.2 mi.
 
Golf Courses
Huron Shores Golf CoursePort SanilacMI 
E M S LinksSanduskyMI13.9 mi.
Woodland Hills Golf ClubSanduskyMI13.9 mi.
Willow Tree Golf CourseMelvinMI23.6 mi.
Ubly Heights Golf CourseUblyMI27.4 mi.
Marlette Golf ClubMarletteMI28.1 mi.
 
Ski Areas
Alpine ValleyWhite LakeMI72.2 mi.
Apple MountainFreelandMI79.5 mi.
 
State Parks
Lakeport State ParkMI21.6 mi. 
 
Museums
Meadow Brook HallRochesterMI59.8 mi.(History)
 
Zoos and Aquariums
Belle Isle AquariumRoyal OakMI71.8 mi.
Belle Isle ZooRoyal OakMI71.8 mi.
Detroit Zoological ParkDetroitMI80.1 mi.
Potter Park Zoological GardensLansingMI112.5 mi.


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