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Nestled within the enchanting wilderness of the Keweenaw Peninsula in Upper Michigan lies a hidden gem awaiting adventurous souls: Houghton-Douglass Falls, the tallest waterfall in Michigan. This breathtaking waterfall offers a serene escape into nature’s embrace, inviting hikers to explore its tranquil beauty. If you’re seeking an unforgettable outdoor adventure, lace up your boots and embark on a journey to …
Located along the shoreline of Lake Superior near Copper Harbor, Brockway Mountain Drive is one of the most scenic stretches of road in the Midwest. The ridge that the road runs along stands 720 feet above Lake Superior, 1,320 feet above sea level and is one of the highest scenic roadways above sea level in the US between the Rocky and Allegheny …
Recognized as the primary mineral museum in the state of Michigan, the A.E. Seamen Mineral Museum has been one of the Keweenaw Historical Park’s Heritage Sites since its establishment in 1992. The museum is located on the campus of Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Michigan. The museum is named for professor Arthur Edmund Seaman, who worked at Michigan Tech in the late …
Calumet Theatre The historic Calumet Theatre opened on March 20, 1900 in what was then a booming mining area. The copper mining in the Keweenaw Peninsula was reaching its peak and the village of Calumet had a population of 4,000 residents with 30,000 within walking distance of the theatre. For decades the Calumet Theatre was one of the premier locations for …
Keweenaw Historical Park The Keweenaw Historical Park records the history of copper mining in the Keweenaw Peninsula and preserves the numerous historic structures, landscapes, and other resources throughout the area. The park has been designated as an established National Park since 1992 and is composed of two primary units, the Calumet Unit and the Quincy Unit, and 21 cooperating heritage sites that …
Keweenaw Brewing Company The Keweenaw Brewing Company is a microbrewery, and as such, no food is served there. As a microbrewery, we sell our beer wholesale and in our taproom. The KBC taproom is located in the center of historic downtown Houghton. Its rustic barn-wood interior welcomes all with cozy, homey comfort. A large fireplace area, outfitted with couches and footrests, …
Hungarian Falls This is a unique waterfall in that a local community fundraising project in 2013 kept part of it open to the general public. Hungarian Falls is located in Hubbell, Michigan not far from Houghton/Hancock and is seperated into three different drops. The upper falls and the surrounding 10 acres was put into a land trust that saved it from …
Montreal Falls Located where the Montreal River drops down to Lake Superior, Montreal Falls is a must visit when you are in the Keweenaw Peninsula. The falls cascade down rugged rocks slides before finishing at the lake below. The area is extremely beautiful and worth the visit. One unique feature is the view looking out over Lake Superior from the …
Arcadian Inn The Arcadian Inn is conveniently located on U.S. 41 – 4 1/2 miles north of Hancock, Michigan and 6 miles south of Calumet. We are a family owned and operated inn that offers a clean, quiet place for you to stay at very reasonable rates. You’ll enjoy our hometown, friendly atmosphere and our free breakfast! We have a lot …
McLain State Park McLain State Park offers two miles of sand beach on Lake Superior. The park has an overall size of 443 acres. Visitors can also enjoy different activities in the park such as fishing, windsurfing, kayaking, searching the beach, and sight-seeing. The sunsets at McLain State Park are very beautiful and there is even a lighthouse to view. There are also …