While summer and fall are popular times of year to visit the Keweenaw, it’s the winter season that truly defines this magical place. Beginning as early as late October, successive layers of powdery snow begin to blanket the landscape. The result is a breathtaking winter wonderland where evergreen…
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On the cold evening of November 23, 1953, a fighter jet disappeared without a trace over the icy waters of Lake Superior. The jet was on a mission to intercept an unidentified aircraft near the Keweenaw from Kinross. Within moments of nearing the target, the interceptor seemed to vanish. Neither the…
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Updated for 2023 - See our EVENTS CALENDAR for additional event details. If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, the Keweenaw Peninsula certainly delivers. Colorful lights and merry décor line our historic streets and each community is bustling with holiday cheer. Our charming small towns are full…
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It’s no secret that we take pride in our winters in the Keweenaw. We’ve got multiple ski hills, a Snow Thermometer, several dozen miles of XC trails, some of the best snowmobile trails in the Midwest, and even a week-long Winter Carnival! It seems no matter where you look, there’s something fun to…
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