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Summer Live Music in the Keweenaw

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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Spring Guide to Visiting Houghton

It's a sure sign of spring as the snow and ice melt off the Portage Canal and sunshine illuminates Houghton's tall, sandstone buildings on Shelden Avenue. Waterfront walks spin to life with laughter and activity and forests awaken with green life peeking above diminishing snow. Sunshine, snowmelt…

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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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Local Winter Guide to Visiting Copper Harbor

Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula defines a Midwest winter - this remote landscape jutting into Lake Superior’s icy embrace is landfall for months of lake effect snow, easily piling up feet of snow perfect for wintry outdoor adventuring. At the very tip-top of a peninsula spotted with snowy small-town…

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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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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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