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Grand-Marais
Eden Index
Climate
6.0
•
Recreation
3.3
•
Community
0.8
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Grand Marais is a small town located on the southern shore of Lake Superior in Michigan. The town experiences a cool, humid continental climate with an average temperature of 41°F. The region is characterized by its abundance of hydrology constituents such as streams, rivers, and lakes. The waters are home to various fish species, including lake trout, whitefish, and salmon. There are several opportunities for outdoor recreation in the area, including hiking, fishing, camping, and birdwatching. The nearby Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore offers a scenic backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts, while the Grand Sable Dunes provide an adventurous terrain for sandboarding and exploring. The town's location also provides opportunities for winter activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 6.0
Grand-Marais receives approximately
738mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Grand-Marais has a plant hardyness factor of
5, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Southeastern Lake Superior
Area Rivers
Southeastern Lake Superior
Snowpack Depths
Southeastern Lake Superior
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southeastern Lake Superior
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.3
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nichols Lake | 34 | 910 ft | |||
| Gleasons Landing | 14 | 773 ft | |||
| Dorner Lake | 8 | 853 ft | |||
| Blind Sucker 1 - State Forest | 13 | 634 ft | |||
| Bray Creek - State Forest | 9 | 853 ft | |||
| Highbanks | 9 | 956 ft | |||
| Government Landing | 3 | 781 ft | |||
| Leverentz Lake - State Forest | 25 | 847 ft | |||
| Peterson Bridge | 26 | 820 ft | |||
| Seaton Creek | 47 | 872 ft | |||
| Diamond Lake Co Park | 60 | 953 ft | |||
| Blind Sucker 2 - State Forest | 32 | 635 ft | |||
| Garey Lake Trail Camp - State Forest | 15 | 860 ft | |||
| Sand Lake - Manistee | 118 | 906 ft | |||
| Condon Lake | 6 | 919 ft | |||
| Sawkaw Lake | 9 | 981 ft | |||
| Minnie Pond | 18 | 850 ft | |||
| Pettibone Lake | None | 897 ft | |||
| Indian Lake | 7 | 966 ft | |||
| Lake Superior - State Forest | 18 | 627 ft | |||
| Hurricane River - Pictured Rocks National Lakeshor | None | 625 ft | |||
| Woodland Park | 132 | 628 ft | |||
| Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp - State Forest | 50 | 864 ft | |||
| D. H. Day - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore | 85 | 599 ft | |||
| Benton Lake | 66 | 840 ft | |||
| Old Grade | 20 | 874 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 0.8
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.