Lake of the Clouds

Lake of the Clouds Description: Lake of the Clouds is one of the premier hiking spots in not only the Porcupine Mountains State Park, but in all of Michigan. Walk only a short distance over a beautiful trail that winds through the woods or take the ADA access trail to the escarpment and view the majesty of the Lake of the Clouds …

Pine Mountain Jump

Pine Mountain Jump The Pine Mountain Jump is one of the highest man-made ski jumps in the world.  It is located in Iron Mountain, Michigan and is one of the highlights to see in the area. It is part of the Kiwanis Ski Club and still hosts annual FIS Ski Jumping Continental Cup competitions.  Pine Mountain Jump has been open since 1937 …

Kitchitikipi – Big Spring

Kitchitikipi – Big Spring Kitchitikipi (Big Spring) is the largest freshwater spring in Michigan.  The original name of the spring was the “Mirror of Heaven” given to it by the early Native Americans. It is an oval pool about 300 by 175 feet, and 40 feet deep.  Over 10,000 gallons a minute of water rush up from cracks in the limestone floor …