Wait, What? Blue Stop Signs in Michigan—Here’s What to Do

Ever spotted a blue stop sign and wondered what it actually means? It still says STOP, but the color throws you off, so there has to be more to it, right?

I've lived in Michigan my entire life, and I've never once seen a blue STOP sign (at least not that I can remember), but that doesn't mean they're not out there. While they’re rare, blue STOP signs have been spotted in a few places. So what’s the deal with these oddball signs?

Why Would You See a Blue STOP Sign in Michigan?

I recently saw a conversation on social media where someone said they had seen a blue STOP sign and wondered what they should do. Well, first off, if you can read, you should probably do what the sign says… stop.

In most circumstances, you wouldn't see a blue STOP sign in Michigan, but if you do, you're more than likely on private property.

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According to Reader's Digest, while rare, blue stop signs do exist in the U.S., and most are often found on private property.

What to Do If You See a Blue STOP Sign

I think it's common sense, but if you see a blue STOP sign, you should, um, stop. However, in some countries, a blue STOP sign can sometimes mean you're approaching a restricted area. So not only should you stop, but you should probably turn around.

There is one place where I've seen blue STOP signs, and that’s Hawaii, where they’re a little more common than here in this part of the country.

The next time you come across a blue STOP sign, it means you're entering private property or you're in Hawaii.