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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.
Oct 12, 2022 · With 300+ falls to explore, chasing waterfalls in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan needs to be your next adventure. This 2-day itinerary will take you to roadside stops and hiking through the woods to 11 beautiful waterfalls. We started in Ironwood, Michigan, and then stopped at all the waterfalls along US-2 as we headed east to Escanaba.
Map of the Upper Peninsula. Three regions, one big year-round playground. Anyone that has ever come to the Upper Peninsula — and it doesn’t matter what your entry point is — will tell you the same thing. Cross into the Upper Peninsula and you will feel different almost instantly. Something deep within you stirs, your tensions dissolve and ...
Aug 30, 2023 · The Keweenaw Peninsula in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The Keweenaw Peninsula offers a treasure trove of highlights for visitors seeking natural beauty and historical intrigue. The Quincy Mine showcases the area’s rich mining history, allowing guests to descend into the depths of the earth and explore the workings of an authentic copper mine.
Nicknamed “The Root Beer Falls” due to the unique, copper color of the water, the Upper Falls is one the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi. It’s more than 200 feet across with a drop of approximately 50 feet. More than 50,000 gallons of water per second have been recorded surging over these beautiful falls.
Tahquamenon Falls State Park encompasses nearly 50,000 acres and stretches 13-plus miles in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The park is home to multiple campgrounds, overnight lodging facilities, a boat launch, more than 35 miles of trails and multiple overlooks to the Upper and Lower Falls.The 200-feet-wide Upper Falls is one of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River.
Morgan Falls is a relatively easy 2.8-mile trail just outside of the city of Marquette and features a short decline to the falls perfect for a leisurely hike. This trail is also dog-friendly, though pets must be on a leash at all times per state law. To get to Morgan Falls you will travel south of town on M-553.
