The Keweenaw is a place that draws and inspires artists of every kind with her wild weather, deep and mysterious woods, joyful waters and the awe inspiring gravity of her history. The communities here celebrate their local musicians, and there’s no shortage of live music and festivals here in the…
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The Keweenaw Peninsula is home to not one, not two, but FIVE mountain bike trail systems! With so many miles to cover, it’s hard to know where to start. Lucky for you, there’s an event designed to help people discover their next favorite trail in the Copper Country: Ride the Keweenaw. Held annually…
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A relaxing and freeing tradition dating back 2,000+ years, Sauna culture still burns strong in the Keweenaw. The Finnish do it best, their Sisu culture is known for inventing sauna documented in writing as early as 1112. Finnish saunas are known for reaching up to 170+ degrees with a nice steam…
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Bundle up and join us for the 2024 Jibba Jabba Rail Jam in downtown Houghton on Saturday, Feb. 17 @ 6 p.m. What is a rail jam? A rail jam is a winter event in which a special course is created with rail-like features and objects that skiers/snowboarders can perform tricks on. A unique rail jam…
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In a place that regularly averages over 200 inches of snow a year, playing in the snow has become a skill that the Keweenaw has honed to utter perfection. Michigan Technological University’s Winter Carnival, full of snow and ice sculptures, music, and outdoor sports, celebrates the incredible…
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5 minute read The Keweenaw sees over 270 inches of lake-effect snow each year, creating a winter wonderland unlike anywhere else in the Midwest. And thanks to our peninsula’s windswept microclimate, midwinter brings more than its share of sunny bluebird days and crystal-clear nights. In short, 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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Crisp autumn air, corn mazes, and pumpkins galore. Fall is not only the season of harvest, but it is also time to get outside for some family-friendly fall activities. Learn to make fresh apple cider, visit a farmers market, or pick out the perfect pumpkin from our local pumpkin patches. Here are…
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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…
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Labor Day weekend is peak summer here in the Keweenaw: the Big Lake has warmed, the forests are flush with life, days are still plenty long, and there’s a bonus day to explore. What better way to spend the holiday weekend than at the Copper Harbor Trails Fest! Whether you’re a seasoned trail expert…
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