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Color blind scenic viewers
Color blind scenic viewers
Viewfinders will help people with colorblindness
Specially adapted EnChroma lenses help people who have red-green colorblindness to see color more clearly, distinctly and vibrantly. The viewers are currently available at three Michigan state parks, with hopes to expand into additional parks in the future.
Help make a difference! Your donation will help us provide more Enchroma technology in our state parks. Learn more and make a contribution to our fundraising efforts today.
Locations
Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park
EnChroma-enabled viewers are available to help visitors experience the full spectrum of colors at the following locations.
- Lake of the Clouds scenic overlook: Surrounded by the silhouettes of the Porcupine Mountains and overlooking thick forest, Lake of the Clouds is the most photographed feature in the park.
- Summit Peak observation tower: The highest point in the park, at nearly 2,000 feet above sea level, this 50-foot tower offers spectacular views. On clear days, visitors can see the Apostle Islands to the northwest and Isle Royale to the northeast.
- Nawadaha Falls: There is a viewing platform for guests to enjoy Nawadaha waterfalls on the Presque Isle River, located on the western edge of the park.
Thanks to the Friends of the Porkies.
Highland Recreation Area
EnChroma-enabled viewers are available at the south side of Teeple Beach and Goose Meadow, allowing visitors to experience the full spectrum of colors.
Thank you to Friends of Highland Recreation Area for their generous donation.
Ludington State Park
An EnChroma-enabled viewer is installed on the Skyline Trail at Ludington State Park. The Skyline Trail offers expansive views to the south.
Thanks to the Friends of the Ludington State Park.
Photo courtesy of Shoreline Media
Maybury State Park
Powered by EnChroma Lens technology for color blindness, these SeeCoast scenic viewers offer vibrant experiences at two locations.
- Bluebird Meadow: A short walk from the Eight Mile entrance east parking lot.
- Maybury Pond: A short walk from the Beck Road entrance parking lot.
Graciously provided by the Friends of Maybury.
William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor
You can find two EnChroma-enabled viewers at the top of the hill in Milliken State Park and Harbor in Detroit. This accessible hill not only offers great views of the river and our Canadian neighbors, but also features pathways designed to prevent soil erosion.
Courtesy of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge.