The Keweenaw is full of great snowshoeing destinations, from Mount Baldy to McLain State Park and everywhere in between. Snowshoeing is the perfect way to enjoy our long, snowy winters and is a great family-friendly activity. Almost all of our favorite summer locales are accessible on snowshoes for…
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Mount Bohemia is famous nationwide for its backcountry skiing and snowboarding. The mountain’s vast acreage and rugged terrain make it one of our favorite playgrounds for all manner of downhill sport. However, if swimming in powder or catching air off a cliff isn’t something you like to do on…
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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…
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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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If you are a classic cross-country skier, do not overlook the Maasto Hiihto and Churning Rapids trails just north of Hancock, MI! With the lake-effect snow starting to kick in and with a couple of upcoming events, now is the perfect time to check out the trails! There are all kinds of ways to ski…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Children growing up in the Upper Peninsula know why sledding is all the rage. Not only is it one of the most classic ways to enjoy the freshly fallen snow, but it’s also loads of fun! There is nothing quite like the exhilarating rush of cruising down a steep hill covered in fresh powdery snow…
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5 minute read On average the Keweenaw receives over 270 inches of snow annually. From meticulously maintained trails to adrenaline-packed experiences through the pines and along Lake Superior shoreline, there’s no shortage of sledding adventures. With over 200 miles of snowmobile trails and…
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