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Keweenaw Waterfalls

The ancient landscape of Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula is home to some of the Great Lakes’ most striking waterfalls. Rivers and creeks carve through craggy cliffs and rolling hills, cascading down rock ledges and deep gulches in a thrilling display of nature’s force. In spring, melting snow transforms quiet, frozen falls into thunderous torrents. Summer and fall bring a more serene pace, with waterfalls backlit by the vibrant beauty of the seasons. In winter, icy formations create a breathtaking, frozen spectacle. Throughout the year, Keweenaw Land Trust invites you to discover the ever-changing power and peace of our local waterfalls.

Keweenaw Land Trust

Waterfall & Nature Areas

The Keweenaw Land Trust is dedicated to preserving the region’s landscapes, watersheds, and cultural heritage. By protecting these vital waterfalls and nature areas, these local conservation leaders work to safeguard the pristine Keweenaw landscape for future generations to enjoy.

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Canyon Falls

  • Old US Hwy 41

Canyon Falls is the "Grand Canyon of the U.P." Canyon Falls is located eight miles south of L'Anse on the south side of US-41 at the…

Eagle River Lower Falls

  • 5055 M-26

Located along the south side of M-26 as it enters the village of Eagle River. A parking area and pedestrian bridge just off M-26 make…

Eagle River Upper Falls

  • M-26

The Upper Eagle River Falls, or 10 Foot, is located north along M-26 approximately .8 miles from the US-41/M-26 junction in Phoenix…

Gardeners Creek Nature Trail

  • Lakeshore Dr
  • (906) 337-2410

Gardeners Creek Nature Trail and the Gardener's Falls is located across the street from Calumet Waterworks Park. A few loop trails and 3…

Haven Falls Park

  • Gay Lac La Belle Rd

Take the Lac La Belle road south off of US-41, approximately one mile east of Delaware. Follow this road approximately 4.5 miles to the…

Hogger Falls

  • Newberry Rd

Forest Road 1755 is somewhat overgrown in spots but relatively easy to follow. You quickly enter into a mature northern hardwood forest…

Houghton-Douglass Falls

  • 54600 M-26

Tucked just outside Houghton along the M-26 corridor, Houghton-Douglass Falls is one of the Keweenaw’s most powerful spring spectacles…

Hungarian Falls Nature Area

  • Golf Course Rd
  • (906) 482-0820

Hungarian Falls is a local hotspot featuring moderate to advance hiking trails along both sides of the falls. The upper access trail is…

Jacob's Falls

  • Sand Dunes Dr

This waterfall is located approximately three miles northeast of Eagle River on the south side of M-26 and is visible from the road. This…

O Kun De Kun Falls

  • (906) 370-3248

O Kun De Kun Falls is a scenic waterfall is located about an hour southwest from Houghton in the Ottawa National Forest. A 2.8 round-trip…

Manganese Falls

  • Manganese Rd

Turn south immediately past the Copper Harbor Community Building on the Lake Manganese Road and go approximately 7/10 of a mile. Falls…

Montreal Falls

  • Bete Grise

Located right at the mouth of the Montreal River as it tumbles into Lake Superior, Montreal Falls is a rugged, beautiful cascade over…

Redridge Dam

  • Liminga Road

Redridge Dam is a historic site located on the western-side of the Keweenaw Peninsula near Freda, MI. Visitors hike in from a small…

Silver River Falls

  • Hwy M-26

Located 4.5 miles east of Eagle Harbor along M-26 near the western base of Brockway Mountain Drive. The Silver River Falls, about 15 feet…

Sturgeon River Gorge Wilderness Area

  • Forest Road 2217

The Wild and Scenic Sturgeon River rushes out of the northern portion of this wilderness, over the 20 foot volcanic outcroppings of…

West Branch Sturgeon Falls

  • Newberry Rd

Forest Road 1755 is somewhat overgrown in spots but relatively easy to follow. You quickly enter into a mature northern hardwood forest…

Wyandotte Falls

  • Poyhonen rd

On the Misery River. 1.5 miles southwest of the Twin Lakes State Park, turn west off M-26 onto the Wyandotte Hills Golf Course Road to a…

Spring waterfall cascades are worth celebrating! Join this annual May tradition that gets you exploring Keweenaw outdoors AND downtown fun!

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Keweenaw Mountain Lodge

  • 14252 US Highway 41
  • 906-289-4403

Keweenaw Mountain Lodge - getting people closer to nature. The historic Keweenaw Mountain Lodge is a four-season rustic resort with log…

Vault Ventures

  • (906) 370-1670

Welcome to the Western Upper Peninsula, a breathtaking haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Nestled amidst the serene…

Aqua Log Cabins

  • 1st St

The Log Cabins (upper unit – odd numbers ) are made of 16-20 inch in diameter British Columbia Red Cedar logs. These log cabins…

Minnetonka Resort

  • 562 Gratiot Street
  • 906-289-4449

We are centrally located in the heart of Copper Harbor, Michigan and only two blocks away from exquisite Lake Superior, and walking…

Keweenaw Waters Resort

  • 17800 Canal Rd.
  • (906) 231-9193

Coming to the UP? Stay with us! At Keweenaw Waters Resort, the newest vacation destination in the Copper Country, you’ll benefit from an…