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Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:25 PM

Ice caves forming in Leelanau

Ice caves forming in Leelanau
Juniper Schaberg stands tall at the entrance of an ice cave at Sleeping Bear Point over the weekend. Photo courtesy of James Schaberg

Ice caves are forming along the coast of Leelanau County, bringing both beauty and danger to this rare phenomenon.

James Schaberg was exploring Sleeping Bear Point in Glen Haven when he came across a series of ice caves and ice volcanoes.

“I’m always timid and cautious,” Schaberg said. “It’s rare to see them grow to this size.”

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