Keweenaw peninsula michigan 2020 all you need to know. Hungarian falls is actually an area containing several falls the official names of which, if they exist, i have no idea. Soil survey of keweenaw county area, michigan natural resources conservation service united states department of agriculture. Get your 3day weather forecast for keweenaw bay, mi. With comprehensive destination gazetteer, enables to explore keweenaw county through detailed satellite imagery fast and easy as never before.
Keweenaw national historical park official map 4 miles away. There is a superb downhill ski resort on the east side of the peninsula. Interactive keweenaw adventure guide to receive a free copy of our adventure guide, please complete your address information below and allow 10 to 15 business days for delivery. Maps of trails, bike routes, driving routes, and parks. Jutting deep into lake superior, its far from big cities for detroit residents, nashville and washington, d. Closed snowmobile trail designated snowmobile trails. Copperharbortrailsystem keweenaw 15miles singletrack,twotrack,gravelroads keweenawcounty,midnr,private nonmotorized. Located along the pristine shores of lake superior, its rugged beauty and breathtaking vistas create a uniquely serene biosphere.
Full gis map of keweenaw geologyusgs ofr download zip files, or display pdf online michigan. Keweenaw chamber of commerce is the best place to find a member or business in the houghton mi area. About the keweenaw peninsula keweenaw adventure company. These maps show approximate boundaries of lands open to public hunting. Hotels near michigans keweenaw peninsula, calumet on tripadvisor. The name keweenaw is from the ojibiwas chippewas meaning portage. A wilderness resort at the top of the keweenaw, with a history that dates back to 1934, and is on the state and national historic registers come stay with us in our log cabins, eat a meal at the lodge, and enjoy the outdoor activities on the property and in the area, including our 9hole golf course. Map of keweenaw peninsula, lake superior, and isle royale. Nicholson introduction the area of this map includes the classic geology and mineral deposits of the keweenaw peninsula in northern michigan, renowned for the occurrence of great volumes. Michigans state motto reads if you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about younowhere else in the state is this more evident. As shown on the map above, the tip of the keweenaw peninsula is a northsouth shore line about three miles long.
The related hardcopy publication, geologic map of the keweenaw peninsula and adjacent area, michigan cannon and nicholson, is part of a set of maps portraying the regional geology of the midcontinent rift on the south shore of lake superior. Keweenaw peninsula is part of michigans upper peninsula, jutting out into lake superior. Maps of trails, bike routes, driving routes, and parks near eagle. Official nps map of keweenaw national historical park in michigan.
Geology and mineral deposits of the keweenaw peninsula and vicinity, michigan. Keweenaw peninsula to the northwest under lake superior and reemerge on isle. During the fall, the color of trees in the area is spectacular. Visiting michigans keweenaw peninsula on your lake superior adventures. You can download a pdf version of the map of your choice by clicking a link below and save it to your.
Timeline of michigan copper mining prehistory to 1850. This database is intended to summarize and update a wealth of very detailed geologic maps of the region. This study focuses on the fate of the current at the tip of the keweenaw peninsula. Because our social media accounts and website are used by thousands of visitors and community members each year, we are closely monitoring the impact of coronavirus covid19 on both. Alexander henry makes the first english attempt to mine copper on the keweenaw peninsula near the ontonagon river. Michigans keweenaw peninsula has over 100k of groomed cross country trails. On michigans superior coast, the keweenaw peninsula, is your personal lookout to pure michigan. Keweenaw waterway, about 25 miles long, crosses keweenaw peninsula from keweenaw bay on the southeast side to the open water of lake superior on the northwest side.
Books about the upper peninsula keweenaw peninsula localwiki. The waterway follows portage river from its mouth in keweenaw bay f or 5 miles to portage lake, thence extends for 17. Plat book also calls out high rock bay north of the point. The keweenaw is home to the largest native copper ore deposits in the world and, as a consequence, saw an incredible boom in the mid1800s when people came looking to make a few bucks out of that beautiful brown metal we all know as wiring. A giant list of waterfalls waterfalls of the keweenaw. From the sandstone drops of ontonagon to the volcanic plunges of the huron mountains to keweenaw ridges craggy slides, hes gotten around.
Exploring the keweenaw peninsula in the upper peninsula of michigan. Mclain state park, michigan site map 11 miles away. Some parts of the peninsula have very limited cell service, so you may find that you need it to get your bearings. General soil map the general soil map, which is a color map, shows the survey area divided into groups of associated soils called general soil map units.
This map shows approximate boundaries of lands open to public hunting. Determination of the influence of wind on the keweenaw. Pdf versions are fullpage maps, saved at a higher resolution. Best things to see and do on michigans keweenaw peninsula. Keweenaw peninsula map upper peninsula, michigan mapcarta. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. Although it is called a peninsula, the keweenaw is technically an island.
To accompany map i2696 geologic map of the keweenaw peninsula and adjacent area, michigan by william f. This general locality has been created so people who have copper, silver and other specimens from the keweenaw peninsula but with no specific known locality can associate images with this locality. Keweenaw 100% luce 100% mackinac 100% marquette 100% menominee 100% ontonagon 100% schoolcraft 100% lower peninsula upper peninsula draft sampling completion. The keweenaw mountain lodge is an historic lodge, conference center, restaurant, and golf course located near the northern tip of michigans keweenaw peninsula. Trails and maps chassell michigan tech maasto hiihtochurning rapids swedetown eagle harbor copper harbor nordic ski trails michigans keweenaw peninsula has over 100k of groomed cross country trails at several trail locations. Soil survey of keweenaw county area, michigan nrcs usda.
The lodge is owned by, and has been managed by keweenaw county since its establishment. Books about the upper peninsula keweenaw peninsula. Completion of the keweenaw waterway made the keweenaw peninsula an island rather than a peninsula. The copper island is the upper peninsulas northernmost peninsula. The following is a list of suggestions and ways to organize your visit on the keweenaw peninsula. A guide to best western michigan upper peninsula camping, campgrounds along the south shore of lake superior. It is michigans northernmost county and is also the smallest geographically and in population. As of the 2000 census, its population was roughly 43,200. As of the 2010 united states census, the population was 2,156, making it michigans least populous county. The keweenaw peninsula ultimately extends for nearly 70 miles north and east into the center of lake superior. Keweenaw peninsula in the upper peninsula of michigan map. Nowhere on earth can we find this book in its entirety.
Thanks to all the snowmobilers that visited the keweenaw peninsula and hope to see you next season. In the mid1800s the worlds purest native copper was discovered in the keweenaw. Map of upper peninsula waterfalls waterfalls of the keweenaw. This place is situated in baraga county, michigan, united states, its geographical coordinates are 46 51 37 north, 88 28 54 west and its original name with diacritics is keweenaw bay. The keweenaw s natural beauty and mining legacy attracts visitors from across the world making the tourism industry a critical part of the local economy. Region, in collaboration with the michigan department of transportation with funding. It is the responsibility of the users of these maps, to be aware of all rules and regulations relevant to their hunting activities and hunting locations. Michigan department of natural resources designated snowmobile trails parking lot information is currently unavailable.
It projects into lake superior and was the site of the first copper boom in the united states, leading to its moniker of copper country. Maps showing the location of the keweenaw peninsula in the upper peninsula of michigan. Keweenaw county recreation plan 20192023 1 introduction keweenaw county is located in michigans western upper peninsula at the tip of the keweenaw peninsula, a jagged finger of land bound on three sides by lake superior. Western upper peninsula snowmobile trail maps michigan. Best hotels near michigans keweenaw peninsula, calumet. Hungarian falls is actually an area containing several falls the official names of which, if they exist, i. An interactive map tour of michigans snowmobile trails with printable maps, current conditions, photos, stories and tips.
Mining of this rare native copper led to extensive development of the keweenaw peninsula. Results of this study suggest that the path of the current beyond the peninsula is primarily controlled by wind. This map is useful in planning the use and management of large areas. Keweenaw county is a county in the upper peninsula of the u. The keweenaws natural beauty and mining legacy attracts visitors from across the world making the tourism industry a critical part of the local economy. The map above can be changed between park tiles and brochure maps by using the drop down menu in the upper right hand corner of the. The map of michigan below highlights michigans four snowmobiling regions, including the western upper peninsula wup, the eastern upper peninsula eup, the northern lower peninsula nlp and the southern lower peninsula slp. Geologic timeline keweenaw national historical park u. Michigan department of natural resources designated. S t a t e f o r e s t r o a d s o p e n t o o r v s. The beauty of the north woods and lake superior shoreline is reason enough to make the keweenaw country a destination attraction, and the copper mining history of the houghtonhancockcalumet area is a major bonus.
Both michigan tech and swedetown have continue reading. Michigans upper peninsula and copper harbor coffee table books featuring beautiful photography by steve brimm. Whether you have half a day or a week, there are plenty of places to visit, relax, and explore. Includes copper harbor light station, eagle river falls, five mile point lighthouse, fort wilkins state park, jacobs falls, keweenaw mountain lodge, and much more. The keweenaw current is a warm coastal current in lake superior that flows northeastward along the northern shore of michigans keweenaw peninsula. Yankee yooper on the keweenaw by phillip j howard enjoy the adventures of a surgeon working and exploring the land around the lake, the keweenaw, the copper country history, the okibwa and chippewa indians, and more. Geologists seek for these missing pages by reading the. Map of the keweenaw peninsula in the upper peninsula of michigan. The copper island is the upper peninsula s northernmost peninsula. Make a lodging reservation welcome to the historic keweenaw mountain lodge. Geology and mineral deposits of the keweenaw peninsula and. Keweenaw county is covered by the following us topo map.
Geological survey openfile report 99149 available on compact discby william f. It is also convenient for travelers staying in the area for a few days. The keweenaw peninsula is a scenic and historical treasure. Upper peninsula michigan camping, campgrounds keweenaw. On michigans keweenaw peninsula, distance is both curse and blessing. The ancient portage river and portage lake provided a natural water pathway across most of the keweenaw peninsula. The keweenaw county snowmobile trail map is provided by the michigan department of natural resources. At the time, the nearest english settlement is nearly 300 miles away at sault saint marie and the region is completely undeveloped and mostly unmapped. There may be refuges that are closed to hunting on state land.
Keweenaw county zoning ordinance july 1, 2019 i acknowledgements county board of commissioners don piche sandra gayk del rajala jim vivian robert demarois keweenaw county zoning and planning commissioners john parsons, chairman barry koljonen, vicechairman ned huwatschek steve siira dan steck jim lamotte jim vivian, commissioner liaison. Superior region western front of map state of michigan. To find information about your area of interest, locate that area on the map, identify. Directly beneath the map is a listing of each region containing a regional pdf map and pdf maps for each county. It is the responsibility of the users of this map to be aware of all rules and regulations relevant to their hunting activities and hunting locations. The work on the trail system will continue over the summer and fall. It projects into lake superior and was the site of the first copper boom in the united states. Most maps label the southern extremity as keweenaw point. This is a very convenient overnight stay for the circle tour traveler who is traveling between marquette and the keweenaw peninsula. Churning rapidsmaasto hiihto trails hancock pdf map. Keweenaw bay, mi three day weather forecast accuweather.
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