Visit Escanaba

06/19/2026

Something big is taking shape on Gladstone Beach this summer.

Beginning June 22, professional sand sculptors from Art Club Hub will transform tons of sand into an incredible work of art right on the shoreline. Stop by throughout the week to watch the sculpture come to life, meet the artists, and capture photos of one of Delta County's most unique summer attractions.

Get all the details and plan your visit here:
https://visitescanaba.com/sand-sculptures

Who will be making a stop at Gladstone Beach to see it in person?

Watch professional sand sculptors transform tons of beach sand into an incredible work of art at Gladstone Beach.

06/19/2026

06/18/2026

Big fish, close competition, and plenty of excitement at today's National Walleye Tour weigh-in.

After a full day on the waters of Bay de Noc, anglers brought their best catches to the scales as fans gathered to see who would climb the leaderboard. With one of the Great Lakes' premier walleye fisheries putting on a show, the race for the championship remains wide open.

Along with weigh-in action, these photos capture some of the beauty of Gladstone's waterfront, where the marina, Van Cleve Park, and Little Bay de Noc provided a spectacular setting for the day's competition.

Who will rise to the top next?

06/18/2026

Before sunrise, the road to the bay was lined with trucks, boats, and anglers ready for one thing: the 2026 National Walleye Tour.

As the first light of day broke over the water, competitors launched onto one of the Great Lakes' premier walleye fisheries in pursuit of a championship title.

The tournament is on. 🎣

06/18/2026

The 2026 National Walleye Tour is officially underway at Bay de Noc.

Before sunrise, anglers launched onto one of the Great Lakes' premier walleye fisheries, beginning their pursuit of a National Walleye Tour championship title. From the air and along the shoreline, this morning's takeoff showcased the scale of the event as boats spread across the bay in search of tournament-winning fish.

Good luck to all competitors as Bay de Noc takes center stage for one of professional walleye fishing's premier events.

06/17/2026

The City of Gladstone is proud to host Cabela’s National Walleye Tour this Thursday, June 18 and Friday, June 19.

Roughly 250 anglers will arrive in the area in the coming days as they prepare for the third stop on the tour. The National Walleye Tour (NWT) is the premier professional Walleye tournament circuit in North America, bringing together the sport’s top anglers to compete.

Locals can checkout the weigh-in stations on both days at Van Cleve Park beginning at 3:00 PM.

Let’s give them a big Gladstone welcome! 🎣

06/11/2026

Camera album : 📍Little Bay De Noc

06/09/2026

Monster Truck Throwdown roars into Escanaba this Saturday for one day only! Secure your tickets online exclusively at EscanabaMonsterTrucks.com OR in-person at the gate on event day - only while supplies last!

Please note: Monster Truck Throwdown runs all-out rain OR shine! RSVP on the Monster Truck Throwdown Facebook event page today for real-time updates!

06/09/2026

📍 Michigan's Three Free Weekend

📅 June 13–14, 2026

Looking for an affordable way to get outside this weekend? Michigan's Three Free Weekend makes it easy to explore the outdoors.

🎣 Fish without a fishing license
🏕️ Visit Michigan state parks without a Recreation Passport
🏍️ Ride ORVs on eligible state trails without an ORV license or trail permit

Whether you're casting a line, spending the day at the beach, exploring a state park, or hitting the trails, it's a great opportunity to experience everything Pure Michigan has to offer.

📌 Regular fishing regulations and ORV rules still apply.

👉 Learn more at https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/things-to-do/fishing/free-fishing