Why Access Matters
The Keweenaw attracts community members and visitors who love nature, small towns, and the Copper Country's rich history. Access to these amenities is an important way of life for those who live here. Preserving access to special places as our community members age-in-place is critical to preserving the local way of life for many.
Building an inclusive outdoors is also an underlying tenet of Responsible Recreation. As we seek to enhance responsible and sustainable recreation, it's important to make the outdoors safe and welcoming for all identities and abilities.
Assessment Work
During the summer of 2023, the Superior Alliance for Independent Living (SAIL) completed 20 site accessibility assessments in the Keweenaw region. Assessments provide site's with recommendations to reduce mobility barriers focused on parking, entrances, restroom facilities and experiences. Sites were selected based on guidance from Coalition partners prioritizing area which serve both visitors and residents.
Assessed Sites
- A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum
- Bete Grise County Park
- Boston Pond Nature Area
- Brockway Mountain Summit
- Calumet Colosseum
- Copper Harbor Visitor Center
- Dee Stadium
- Eagle Harbor Beach
- Eagle River & Jacobs Falls
- Eagle Harbor Lighthouse
- Estivant Pines Trailhead
- Fort Wilkins Historic State Park
- Hancock Beach & Campground
- Houghton County Arena
- Houghton County Marina
- Houghton Waterfront Trail
- McLain State Park
- Paavola Wetlands Nature Area
- Ray Kestner Park
