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Local Winter Guide to Visiting Hancock

North of the Portage Canal, separating the northern tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula from the mainland, lies a different kind of “island life”: the charming winter town of Hancock, Michigan. As twinkling lights illuminate every corner and hot cardamom coffee is poured fresh from Finnish cafes, a…

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Visiting Houghton in the Winter

Looking for some winter ideas for your next visit to the Houghton area in the Keweenaw? I’ve got you covered! Winter is such a magical time in the Upper Peninsula, there’s so much fun stuff to do… whether you’re looking for more adventure or just looking for a low-key weekend! Trust me, a winter…

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Keweenaw Winter Guide: Family Edition

Where Families Play in Winter Transforming into the ultimate winter wonderland each winter, the Keweenaw Peninsula makes for the best family vacation offering endless opportunities for families to create magical memories. Whether you’re exploring scenic trails, sharing downhill ski thrills…

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An Insider’s Guide to CopperDog 150

The CopperDog 150 is a cornerstone Keweenaw winter event taking place in the depths of a Copper Country winter, typically late February/early March. Mushers and teams from around the world come to historic Calumet to partake in Michigan’s northern-most wilderness. The Keweenaw’s extensive snowmobile…

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Christmas Events Around the Keweenaw

Where to Find Holiday Spirit and Santa in the Copper Country Tis the season to be jolly! During the holiday season, the Keweenaw’s charming historic downtowns come to life with sparkling lights, cheery laughter, rosy noses, and jingling sleigh bells. This season is a wonderful way to welcome the…

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Aurora Chasing in the Keweenaw for First Timers

The Keweenaw Peninsula, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and stunning architecture, also serves as an unexpected sanctuary for witnessing the Northern Lights. Many visitors come with a bucket list of natural wonders, but few realize they can experience a cosmic spectacle as well! If you’re…

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15 Fantastic Keweenaw Fall Events

Fall in the Keweenaw brings a wide variety of events and celebrations to get you in the autumn mood! From music festivals to Oktoberfests, there’s no shortage of ways to explore the Copper Country and soak in those glorious Keweenaw fall colors! We’ve got the shortlist of Keweenaw fall events to…

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Keweenaw Fall Farm Experiences

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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One For the Gipp: A Laurium Day Trip Guide

Want to add another day trip to your Keweenaw summer itinerary? For a perfectly packaged family outing that mixes Copper Country history with good food and fun, head to Laurium, Michigan! Often spoken about in the same breath as Calumet due to the proximity of each village, this historic area is…

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Houghton Rainy Day Guide: Bucket List Indoor Activities

Spring showers bring the flowers, but don’t let the weather ruin your plans in the Houghton area this spring. Houghton is the fastest growing city in the Upper Peninsula, home of Michigan Technological University, and the Gateway to the Keweenaw. Whether you are on vacation or a local looking for…

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