Tag: Keweenaw Peninsula
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See Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula From Above
Trade the road for the sky on a scenic flight over Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, where Lake Superior, forests, cliffs and historic Copper Country unfold below.
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8 Reasons Houghton Belongs on Your Family Summer-Getaway List
Michigan Tech, waterfalls, copper mining history, Lake Superior beaches and long northern days make Houghton an unforgettable home base for a family summer adventure in the Keweenaw.
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16 Best Michigan Family Vacation Ideas for Summer 2026
Looking for the perfect Michigan family vacation? From the beaches of Ludington and Grand Haven to the adventure of Pictured Rocks and the charm of Mackinac Island, these 16 Michigan destinations offer unforgettable summer getaways for families of every size and budget.
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Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula
Looking for a unique way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday? Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula offers historic copper mines, Bridgefest, Finnish summer traditions, Fourth of July festivities, and family-friendly adventures along Lake Superior.
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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.