MUNISING, MI— Strong autumn winds sent large waves crashing into the iconic sandstone cliffs of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore .

West winds near 15 to 20 mph built waves of 4 to 7 feet along the stretch between Munising and Grand Marais this week, with some larger swells rolling in from the open lake. Spray lifted into the air around Miners Castle, Lover’s Leap and Chapel Rock throughout the course of the afternoon.

MLive senior photographer Joel Bissell captured stunning images while hiking the 10-mile Chapel-Mosquito trail loop (check back soon for the fall photos).

Despite the rough water, Lake Superior held its signature turquoise and deep blue colors — rolling waves catching flashes of sunlight as they struck the sandstone walls.

A Small Craft Advisory was in effect as west

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