A few years ago, you wouldn’t have been able to see Tourist Park Falls. A dam existed at the place where the waterfall is now found, and the dam is no longer there. I guess it collapsed, and the waterfall that was present before the dam was built was again unleashed.
The waterfall that is now there, is a very calming waterfall, though not that large. It’s extremely easy to access though, which is a definite plus. It is found on the outskirts of Marquette near Northern Michigan University.
Update: The dam has been rebuilt, so you won’t be seeing much of Tourist Park Falls.
Directions (to Tourist Park):
- From Marquette, head toward Co. Rd. 550 (aka Hawley St. in Marquette), which can be accessed from 4th Street.
- As you turn onto Co. Rd. 550 you’ll drive across a bridge over the Dead River. The waterfall used to be located right here.
Accessibility: 10/10
Height: 10′
Length of Hike: not applicable
Tourist Park Falls in October 2009
Where in the World is Tourist Park?
The Waterfall Record 
Out of the many waterfalls we saw that weekend, this definitely was one of the easiest to get to. And it is a really nice little falls. On a warm day, I think it would be cool to sit on the rocks by the water with a book, or have a picnic. ^_^