Where Is Michigan's Beaver Island?

(CBS DETROIT) - On Saturday, Nov. 13, a plane crashed on Beaver Island, killing four of the five passengers aboard.

Map showing Beaver Island | Credit: Google Maps

After reading the news stories, you may be asking yourself, "Where is Beaver Island?"

Beaver Island is an island located in Lake Michigan.

Beaver Island | Credit: Google Maps

The island is in Charlevoix County and is located about 30 miles from Charlevoix.

It is Lake Michigan's largest island and it is the third-largest island in the state of Michigan, after Isle Royale and Drummond Island.

Beaver Island has a variety to offer, including museums, biking and hiking trails, beaches, and more!

Visitors can enjoy the island walking, biking, can bring a car with them by ferry, or rent one once they are on the island.

For more information on what Beaver Island is and what activities can be done there, visit here.

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