Book

Grooming the Keweenaw's 200 Miles of Snowmobile Trails

Exploring the Keweenaw's scenic vistas and picturesque trails by snowmobile is exciting. But what does it take to maintain those pristine Keweenaw trails? We sat down with Keweenaw Snowmobile Club President, Ryan LaPorte, to learn more about his experience as a groomer and what draws snowmobilers to…

Read More

CURLING IN CALUMET

Curling is considered one of the world’s oldest winter team sports with its roots found in 16th century Scotland where the art was practiced on frozen lochs and lakes. Today, curling is a Winter Olympics darling, and the sport is sweeping across the Midwest (pun intended)! Tucked away in the heart…

Read More

How to Prepare Like a Local for a Keweenaw Blizzard

The Keweenaw is known for epic snow thanks to Mother Superior’s prodigious lake-effect output. But while most of us locals are used to almost daily flurries of three to six inches of snow, even we go into prepper-mode when John Dee announces a blizzard’s on its way. For those of you who exclaim…

Read More

Snowshoe Guide for McLain State Park

McLain State Park is one of our favorite places to visit no matter the season. Most people visit during the summertime when the beach is warm and the campground bustling. During the winter this popular sightseeing spot goes into hibernation, burying itself in snow and ice. The fun doesn’t stop just…

Read More

TOP 5 FROZEN WATERFALLS IN THE KEWEENAW

The Copper Country’s unique geology makes it a hot spot for waterfalls of all shapes and sizes. No two are alike, especially so in winter! Many of our favorite waterfalls make excellent places to go on an adventure to in the winter, so strap on (or lace up!) your snowshoes and take advantage of the…

Read More

WINTER EXPEDITION: HORSESHOE HARBOR

Horseshoe Harbor is one of those places you’d think would be totally inaccessible in winter. A remote, rocky beach east of Copper Harbor, this is a summer-time destination for travelers looking for a tranquil spot to take in Lake Superior during adventures in the Keweenaw Peninsula. But if you’re…

Read More

36 HOURS IN THE KEWEENAW: WINTER EDITION

So you’re planning a visit to the Keweenaw Peninsula this winter. First of all, welcome to one of the most beautiful places in the world. There’s something undeniably special about exploring the largest peninsula in the largest lake on earth. Second, forget everything you think you know about…

Read More

Our Top 5 Calumet Snowshoe Destinations

Calumet is the heart of snow country here in the Keweenaw. With yearly snowfall often exceeding 300” of total accumulation, it’s easy to see why we love getting out for a snowshoe hike! There are a ton of excellent options in and around Calumet to explore by snowshoe this winter. We’ve put together…

Read More