Is There Really a Giant Troll Living in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula?

We're not talking about an internet troll here; we already know those are lurking everywhere. Instead, we're talking about an actual giant troll that's hidden away in the woods of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

A troll living in the woods sounds like we're throwing some Bigfoot vibes into the mix, but this is no mythical creature of the forest.

The other day, while I was watching Good Morning America, they featured a segment on these wooden trolls created by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. Dambo creates artwork made out of recycled materials, including giant wooden trolls that he has built and placed in natural settings around the world. Yes, including right here in Michigan.

Benny the Beard Fisher is a wooden troll created by Dambo. The sculpture stands around 30 feet long and 14 feet tall. Benny is fishing with his beard, which just so happens to be made of branches. It really is quite impressive.

According to UP Travel, Benny's head, hands, and feet were manufactured in Denmark and shipped to Germfask ahead of Dambo’s arrival. The remainder of his body was assembled on-site in July 2023.

Where Can You Find Benny the Beard Fisher?

You'll find Benny sitting along the Manistique River in Germfask, which is roughly 90 minutes from the Mackinac Bridge.

Just look for the Northland Outfitters campground sign and the sign for Benny the Beard Fisher, which states that it's $10 to see him.