Tag: Keweenaw Peninsula
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Fly Above Michigan’s Fall Colors: Keweenaw Seaplane Tours Soar Over Peak Autumn Foliage
See Michigan’s Upper Peninsula like never before on an Isle Royale Seaplanes Fall Color Tour, running Sept. 24–Oct. 14, 2025. Soar over the Keweenaw Peninsula during peak foliage, then explore Hubbell, Lake Linden, and Houghton’s Canal Colors Festival for a full day of Pure Michigan fall fun.
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The World’s Last Copper Smelter Reopens for Tours on the Keweenaw Waterway
On the Keweenaw Waterway, the Quincy Smelter—once the last stop for copper before powering America—is open for tours. Step inside original 1890s buildings, see historic machinery, and learn how nearly a billion pounds of copper were processed. Tours run daily through Labor Day from Ripley, Michigan.
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Hancock Named 2026 Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture — A U.S. First
Hancock, Michigan has been named the 2026 Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture, the first city in the U.S. to receive the honor. The year will feature international cultural exchanges, festivals, and events celebrating the city’s deep Finnish-American roots and its role in preserving Finno-Ugric traditions.
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All Aboard! Ride Michigan’s Only Steam-Powered Train in Copper Country
The Calumet & Hecla Mine #3 Steam Locomotive is back on the tracks in Lake Linden after years of restoration. Families can enjoy a scenic half-mile ride, explore the Houghton County Historical Museum, and discover Copper Country history just steps from beautiful Torch Lake.
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Why Mount Bohemia’s Summer Chairlift and Nordic Spa Should Be on Your Bucket List
Mount Bohemia’s summer chairlift offers breathtaking views of Lake Superior, Manitou Island, and Gratiot Lake. Follow it with a day at the Nordic spa, where hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms melt away stress. Add wood-fired pizza and a sunset, and you’ve got the ultimate Upper Peninsula summer day.
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Discover the Ultimate Finnish Sauna Experience at Takka Portage in Hancock
Takka Portage in Hancock, Michigan, offers the ultimate Finnish sauna experience. With stunning views of the Portage Lake Lift Bridge, a private sauna session, and invigorating cold plunge, it’s the perfect place to unwind. Reconnect with yourself and experience the healing benefits of sauna bathing in this serene Keweenaw retreat.
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