The Atlas Obscura Guide To Rochester Hills

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Rochester Hills, Michigan

Updated October 7, 2025

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Unusual Attractions in Rochester Hills

Historical Marker at Yates Park.

Rochester Hills, Michigan

Clinton-Kalamazoo Canal

The remains of a failed canal can be found in several towns near Lake St. Clair and is known historically as "Mason's Folly."

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Rochester Hills, Michigan

Yates Cider Mill

A historic cider mill still using time-tested techniques.

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Rochester, Michigan

Meadow Brook Hall

This museum was once the home of industry titan Matilda Dodge Wilson.

2 miles from Rochester Hills

Polar Bears Memorial

Troy, Michigan

Polar Bears Memorial

This monument commemorates the only American soldiers to have directly fought Russians during World War I.

4 miles from Rochester Hills

Birmingham, Michigan

Hunter House Hamburgers

Classic burger joint that’s been serving up sliders since 1952.

8 miles from Rochester Hills

A perfect early fall day to grab some donuts at the Cider Mill.

Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Franklin Cider Mill

This historic mill has been turning apples into delicious fresh cider for over a century.

11 miles from Rochester Hills

Ceremonial masks from the Congo.

Mount Clemens, Michigan

The Anatomy of Death Museum

A museum dedicated to the dead and the tools used to usher them into the afterlife.

13 miles from Rochester Hills

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