WHERE ADVENTURE FALLS FROM THE SKY, GROWS FROM THE GROUND AND SPRINGS FROM LAKE SUPERIOR.
Here is where the largest fresh waters on earth create a peninsula called the Keweenaw. Escape to Isle Royal National Park and find solitude in the pristine, remote wilderness while sharing trails with the island’s moose and wolves. Or escape into history by visiting the Keweenaw National Historic Park in Calumet, Michigan and experience the epic copper boom that built the United States by exploring an underground mine. Hike, pedal, paddle, and ride countless miles of world-class outdoor recreation trails, or listen to Lake Superior’s soothing waves as they crash along our secluded beach shores. In the Keweenaw, endless vacation discoveries await!
I've lived in Minnesota all my life and we have great Fall colors. That said I would have to say the U.P. of Michigan colors are the best in the Midwest. And you don't have to worry about crowds either.
Just visited the UP last week and did the tour on Friday Sept 20th. Awesome place to tour and I even got to see a few bats which was fantastic . I recommend bringing a good flashlight to see in all the holes and to see down into the level beneath you. A++
Us too! They did mention to us during the interview they're trying to extend their season at the restaurant! They keep a brisk social media presence to stay up to date with their happenings and season dates!
Respecting Private Property is a big deal and too many people take that for granted! I own the Portage River Lighthouse and am in the process of restoring it, but it’s also my families home. Since it’s a historic maritime landmark people seem to feel entitled to enter the property and into our private areas without asking permission. Not only is this disrespectful but people also don’t understand the potential hazards of trespassing, such as where the undercut banks are, where construction is happening, and that the stucco on the tower is being removed and can fall off.
I'm really sorry to hear of his passing; he was a really nice man, I remember meeting him! That being said, I'm more than happy to hear that you've continued to keep it open so it doesn't suffer the same fate as the Arcadian! Warm wishes to the both of you~ ^^
At times, it does seem that the general public needs to be reminded of the basic ground rules, common sense and courtesy. The Keweenaw Peninsula is indeed precious to all Michiganders and lovers of her beauty. Also, the people in Keweenaw are gracious and accommodating to all.
Whatever might be done to encourage MDOT to place signs at the North and South entries to Brockway Mountain Dr informaing off-roaders that access via the paved road is unlawful in a ORV that is not licensed for road use and that there are no ORV trails to the peak would be helpful. MDOT is reluctant to place signs. Personally I have seen many ORVs/ATVs on the roadway/or at the top that are not licensed for "road" use.
After graduating from MTU more than 3.25 decades, I have been to KP once. When I retire in 2030 I'll visit again to see the one thing in life that matters: Isle Royale National Park. Say Ya To Da UP, Eh!.Listen to Rusty Chevrolet by Da Yoopers.
The Keweenaw/Copper Country is the "Sine qua non;" i.e., essence, of the Lake Superior Region. It has a fascinating history of boom and bust due to mining, as well as great natural beauty. It would be mostly a large ghost town today without Michigan Technological University.
This history is truly worth exploring up here - even as it evolves into our modern life and culture! We are grateful to all the people and groups who continue the Keweenaw story!
Regarding the statement that the Cliff Mine being the first "profitable" copper mine: "According to Gray (1982), bornite, chalcopyrite and carbonates fill hematite stained fractures and vesicles in basalt near the amygdaloidal upper surface of the lower Talcott basalt flow. The Higley Mine was operated on a small scale in the 1700s and for a brief period 1831-6. The first coins minted in America (known as Higley coppers) were struck from this ore circa 1729-1739 by Dr. Samuel Higley." From Mindat Higley Mine, Granby Connecticut. I believe the early CT mines were profitable mainly because copper was high and prisoners were sometimes employed as miners
