Lisa’s Local and Keweenaw Area Guidebook

Lisa
Lisa’s Local and Keweenaw Area Guidebook

Neighborhoods

Jacobsville is a quiet end-of-the-road community with a lot of history and beautiful beaches. A place bustling in the 1880's - 1900's because of the Jacobsville Sandstone Quarries, Jacobsville is now a quieter place with a small but vibrant community. There is no public access to the remaining sandstone quarries, but cabin guests have access to trails that lead to 2 former quarries on our private property. Jacobsville boasts a beautiful beach (5 minute drive from the cabin), White City Beach, a place many locals dip their toes or bodies into the cool Lake Superior waters. There is a boat launch, a few historical sites, a lot wildlife and plenty of quiet. More details on beach access in the Welcome Binder at the cabin.
Jacobsville
Jacobsville is a quiet end-of-the-road community with a lot of history and beautiful beaches. A place bustling in the 1880's - 1900's because of the Jacobsville Sandstone Quarries, Jacobsville is now a quieter place with a small but vibrant community. There is no public access to the remaining sandstone quarries, but cabin guests have access to trails that lead to 2 former quarries on our private property. Jacobsville boasts a beautiful beach (5 minute drive from the cabin), White City Beach, a place many locals dip their toes or bodies into the cool Lake Superior waters. There is a boat launch, a few historical sites, a lot wildlife and plenty of quiet. More details on beach access in the Welcome Binder at the cabin.

City/town information

Lisa's Recommendations: Calumet Farmer's Market, art galleries and unique shops, Keweenaw National Historical Park and associated museums, coffee shops, local dining, disc golf, golf course, mine ruins, historic cemeteries, and popular Calumet Waterworks Park known locally as "Bucky's Beach." From Keweenaw CVB: TAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME AS YOU EXPLORE THIS ONCE-BOOMING COPPER MINING TOWN. As the epicenter of the historic 1900’s Keweenaw copper boom, Calumet has a rich past. But today, it’s known as the heart of the Keweenaw Peninsula thanks to its central location, easy access to trails, and a myriad of historical attractions. With a quaint downtown offering several gift shops, galleries, coffee houses, saloons, and more, take some time to discover Calumet.
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Calumet Township
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Lisa's Recommendations: Calumet Farmer's Market, art galleries and unique shops, Keweenaw National Historical Park and associated museums, coffee shops, local dining, disc golf, golf course, mine ruins, historic cemeteries, and popular Calumet Waterworks Park known locally as "Bucky's Beach." From Keweenaw CVB: TAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME AS YOU EXPLORE THIS ONCE-BOOMING COPPER MINING TOWN. As the epicenter of the historic 1900’s Keweenaw copper boom, Calumet has a rich past. But today, it’s known as the heart of the Keweenaw Peninsula thanks to its central location, easy access to trails, and a myriad of historical attractions. With a quaint downtown offering several gift shops, galleries, coffee houses, saloons, and more, take some time to discover Calumet.
Lisa's Recommendations: Brockway Mountain, Fort Wilkins State Park, Estivant Pines Nature Sanctuary, Horseshoe Harbor, Brickside Brewery, Hunter's Point, many artist and unique shops, including Grandpa's Barn bookshop and nature trails. From Keweenaw CVB: In the early 1870’s when the copper rush started, Copper Harbor quickly became a well-known entry to the peninsula. Home to Fort Wilkins, which was built for the Army to occupy and keep order, the village was an outlet for copper leaving the Keweenaw. Today, you’ll find this small town brimming with energy and Pacific Northwest vibes thanks to mountain bikers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking respite in one of the Midwest’s last undiscovered special places.
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Copper Harbor
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Lisa's Recommendations: Brockway Mountain, Fort Wilkins State Park, Estivant Pines Nature Sanctuary, Horseshoe Harbor, Brickside Brewery, Hunter's Point, many artist and unique shops, including Grandpa's Barn bookshop and nature trails. From Keweenaw CVB: In the early 1870’s when the copper rush started, Copper Harbor quickly became a well-known entry to the peninsula. Home to Fort Wilkins, which was built for the Army to occupy and keep order, the village was an outlet for copper leaving the Keweenaw. Today, you’ll find this small town brimming with energy and Pacific Northwest vibes thanks to mountain bikers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking respite in one of the Midwest’s last undiscovered special places.
Lisa's Recommendations: Visit the Houghton Historical Society Museum, play at the Lake Linden park or enjoy a meal at a local establishment. The closest grocery store and gas station are in this town.
Lake Linden
Lisa's Recommendations: Visit the Houghton Historical Society Museum, play at the Lake Linden park or enjoy a meal at a local establishment. The closest grocery store and gas station are in this town.
Lisa's Recommendations: Waterfall, Beach, Historic county buildings, Fitzgerald's Restaurant From the Keweenaw CVB: TAKE A STROLL ALONG THE BEACH, LOOK FOR AGATES OR TAKE IN A SUNSET! Eagle River was once a booming mine town as well as a booming shipping port back in it’s hay day. Cliff Mine, which is located just a few miles south of Eagle River used this port to ship their copper. In 1861 Keweenaw County was created and made Eagle River the county seat. Now it is the perfect place for a quiet retreat. In the winter time the deer travel for miles around and migrate to Eagle River for the winter where they are fed. Tourists can stop at the rest stop and feed the deer. The tend to flock there by the hundreds. Through the years they have learned that the deer yard is a safe place to bed down and eat. Eagle River has a beautiful beach that is great for watching the sunset and the northern lights. You’ll find miles of shoreline to look for agates, a waterfront restaurant, a historic wooden tressel bridge as well as a beautiful waterfall that is a great sight to see during spring run off.
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Eagle River
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Lisa's Recommendations: Waterfall, Beach, Historic county buildings, Fitzgerald's Restaurant From the Keweenaw CVB: TAKE A STROLL ALONG THE BEACH, LOOK FOR AGATES OR TAKE IN A SUNSET! Eagle River was once a booming mine town as well as a booming shipping port back in it’s hay day. Cliff Mine, which is located just a few miles south of Eagle River used this port to ship their copper. In 1861 Keweenaw County was created and made Eagle River the county seat. Now it is the perfect place for a quiet retreat. In the winter time the deer travel for miles around and migrate to Eagle River for the winter where they are fed. Tourists can stop at the rest stop and feed the deer. The tend to flock there by the hundreds. Through the years they have learned that the deer yard is a safe place to bed down and eat. Eagle River has a beautiful beach that is great for watching the sunset and the northern lights. You’ll find miles of shoreline to look for agates, a waterfront restaurant, a historic wooden tressel bridge as well as a beautiful waterfall that is a great sight to see during spring run off.
Lisa's Recommendations: Eagle Harbor Lighthouse, Life Saving Museum, sandy swimming beach or explore the many hiking trails surrounding the area. From the Keweenaw CVB: THIS QUIET HARBOR TOWN HAS MORE TO OFFER THAN YOU MAY THINK. Eagle Harbor used to be a main stop for many passing boats as it was equally distant from Sault Ste. Marie to Duluth. It was a great steamboat landing. Its rugged coast line makes it a great place to explore and look for agates. You can go up on an observation deck and watch the ships pass by on the horizon. You can also tour the lighthouse as well as go inside the museum that is onsite. The marina is across the bay and there is a life saving museum located there.
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Eagle Harbor
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Lisa's Recommendations: Eagle Harbor Lighthouse, Life Saving Museum, sandy swimming beach or explore the many hiking trails surrounding the area. From the Keweenaw CVB: THIS QUIET HARBOR TOWN HAS MORE TO OFFER THAN YOU MAY THINK. Eagle Harbor used to be a main stop for many passing boats as it was equally distant from Sault Ste. Marie to Duluth. It was a great steamboat landing. Its rugged coast line makes it a great place to explore and look for agates. You can go up on an observation deck and watch the ships pass by on the horizon. You can also tour the lighthouse as well as go inside the museum that is onsite. The marina is across the bay and there is a life saving museum located there.
Lisa's Recommendations: Historic buildings, unique shops, Keweenaw Food Co-op Market and Deli, Quincy Mine, excellent hiking, biking, skiing, snowshowing trail system. From the Keweenaw CVB: The downtown historic district now houses local shops, galleries and restaurants while the east side of town showcases many Victorian homes that once belonged to mine captains. Hancock, is the gateway to the Keweenaw Peninsula. You will find hiking and biking trails, the world’s largest steam hoist, unique restaurants and quaint boutiques in this historic area.
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Hancock
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Lisa's Recommendations: Historic buildings, unique shops, Keweenaw Food Co-op Market and Deli, Quincy Mine, excellent hiking, biking, skiing, snowshowing trail system. From the Keweenaw CVB: The downtown historic district now houses local shops, galleries and restaurants while the east side of town showcases many Victorian homes that once belonged to mine captains. Hancock, is the gateway to the Keweenaw Peninsula. You will find hiking and biking trails, the world’s largest steam hoist, unique restaurants and quaint boutiques in this historic area.
Lisa's Recommendations: Dining, historic buildings, lakefront waterway walk with views of the Portage Lake Liftbridge, MTU trails for hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and snowshoeing. From the Keweenaw CVB: Houghton is often referred to as the Gateway to the Keweenaw seamlessly blending the great outdoors, history, and smalltown charm. Home to Michigan Tech University, a vibrant downtown, ample dining options, and easy access to the Keweenaw Waterway, you’ll find plenty of things to do.
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Houghton
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Lisa's Recommendations: Dining, historic buildings, lakefront waterway walk with views of the Portage Lake Liftbridge, MTU trails for hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and snowshoeing. From the Keweenaw CVB: Houghton is often referred to as the Gateway to the Keweenaw seamlessly blending the great outdoors, history, and smalltown charm. Home to Michigan Tech University, a vibrant downtown, ample dining options, and easy access to the Keweenaw Waterway, you’ll find plenty of things to do.

Food scene

Calumet (35 min. drive). Coffee roasted right here in the Keweenaw! Plus, delightful small bakery and lunch menu.
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Keweenaw Coffee Works
113 5th St
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Calumet (35 min. drive). Coffee roasted right here in the Keweenaw! Plus, delightful small bakery and lunch menu.
Mohawk (40 min. drive). Unassuming from the outside - but inside you'll find a broad but unique menu with some of the tastiest "tavern" food in the Keweenaw. Consider reservations, it can sometimes get very busy!
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Glacia Tavern
3607 U.S. 41
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Mohawk (40 min. drive). Unassuming from the outside - but inside you'll find a broad but unique menu with some of the tastiest "tavern" food in the Keweenaw. Consider reservations, it can sometimes get very busy!
Houghton (40 min. drive). Known locally for pizza and fishbowls.
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Ambassador Restaurant
126 Shelden Ave
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Houghton (40 min. drive). Known locally for pizza and fishbowls.
Laurium (35 min. drive). Often rated for the best pasty (past-tee, not pays-tee) in the Keweenaw. Pasties are a tradition here, brought over by Cornish Miners during the Keweenaw Copper Boom. A pasty is a pastry filled with seasoned meat and vegetables
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Toni's Country Kitchen
79 3rd St
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Laurium (35 min. drive). Often rated for the best pasty (past-tee, not pays-tee) in the Keweenaw. Pasties are a tradition here, brought over by Cornish Miners during the Keweenaw Copper Boom. A pasty is a pastry filled with seasoned meat and vegetables
Hancock (40 min. drive). Natural and Organic Food grocer with a to-go deli.
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Keweenaw Co-op Market & Deli
1035 Ethel Ave
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Hancock (40 min. drive). Natural and Organic Food grocer with a to-go deli.
Hancock (40 min drive) Locally owned restaurants that builds creative pizzas using locally sourced fresh ingredients.
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Milly's
108 Quincy St
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Hancock (40 min drive) Locally owned restaurants that builds creative pizzas using locally sourced fresh ingredients.

Sightseeing

Houghton (45 min. drive). You don't have to be a geologist to enjoy your visit here. Learn about the unique geological history of the Keweenaw and be dazzled by this gem and mineral collection.
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A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum of Michigan Tech
1404 Sharon Ave
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Houghton (45 min. drive). You don't have to be a geologist to enjoy your visit here. Learn about the unique geological history of the Keweenaw and be dazzled by this gem and mineral collection.
Calumet (35 min. drive). Stop by the Visitor's Center in historic, downtown Calumet to learn about copper history in the Keweenaw and about other Keweenaw Heritage Sites.
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Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters
25970 Red Jacket Rd
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Calumet (35 min. drive). Stop by the Visitor's Center in historic, downtown Calumet to learn about copper history in the Keweenaw and about other Keweenaw Heritage Sites.
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Eagle River Falls
5055 M-26
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Hungarian Falls
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Various distances. Visit keweenawlandtrust.org to find out all the protected placed to hike.
Keweenaw Land Trust
49902 Limerick Street
Various distances. Visit keweenawlandtrust.org to find out all the protected placed to hike.
Various distances. Visit MichiganNature.org for various protected places in Houghton and Keweenaw County to hike.
Michigan Nature Association
2310 Science Parkway
Various distances. Visit MichiganNature.org for various protected places in Houghton and Keweenaw County to hike.

Consejos para la ciudad

Facilidad para moverse por la casa

The Keweenaw is a remote place.

The Keweenaw is remote; "things to do" here are plentiful but spread out over the miles. Keweenaw visitors who stay in the area 4 or more days will get the most out of their stay if they want to get out and about and experience the Keweenaw in the fullest. This time will make it possible to visit various unique areas around the Keweenaw. Explore farmer's markets, art galleries, rock and sand beaches, unique shops, museums, mine tours, nature hikes, year-round outdoor 'silent' sports, etc.
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White City Beach is a must!

Dip your toes in the cool Lake Superior water. Catch a view of the Keweenaw Bay and the Huron Mountains. Stay for the sunset.
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Bug Repellent in Summer

It's the northwoods, and we are not without bugs! Enjoy your stay more by applying a high quality bug repellent when you head outside. Be sure to apply bug repellent (and sunscreen) outside - applying inside makes it stinky and either sticky or slippery.
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Bring clothing layers, in all seasons.

In summer we're known for warm days and cool nights. Pack layers such as a sweatshirt, and socks and shoes instead of just sandals. You'll want the extra layers for an evening bonfire or morning sunrise hike. Layers also help prevent bug bites. In all seasons, pack warmer then you think you may need, just in case.
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Out of town experiences.

In this guidebook I've added the cities and towns around the area. However, for as much as there is to do in the towns, even more outdoor, nature-based, and history activities exist outside of the towns. Great places for hikes include spots on properties preserved by Michigan Nature Association, The Nature Conservancy, and the Keweenaw Land Trust. AllTrails is a great app to look at for less published hikes that will give you amazing views and fill your lungs with fresh air. Most of these experiences are absolutely free!