The Folk Hero
Paul Bunyan, the giant lumberjack of American folklore. His legend represents the scale and might of the logging industry that cleared Michigan's forests in the 1800s.
Gladwin County Heritage
GIANT OF
GLADWIN.
A rough-hewn tribute to the lumber era. Paul Bunyan stands tall at 631 South Antler Street, embodying the folklore that built Michigan.
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Est. 19xx
The Carving
Unlike polished bronze statues, this monument is carved from wood—fitting for a lumberjack—capturing the raw, homespun aesthetic of roadside Americana.
The Setting
Located on S Antler St in Gladwin, a town deeply rooted in timber history. It stands as a quirky, beloved waymarker for locals and travelers alike.
Waypoint
GLADWIN, MI
631 S Antler St
Gladwin, MI 48624
Photo Op
Roadside Visibility
Timber Country