Michigan Keweenaw Peninsula Travel Postcard

The Keweenaw Peninsula is the northernmost part of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, jutting into Lake Superior and famed for its rugged beauty and copper-rich history. Once the heart of America’s 19th-century copper boom, it still shows evidence of that era through historic mine sites, Quincy Mine tours, and remnants of old mining towns. Dense forests, rocky shores, and dramatic cliffs give the area a wild, remote character, while small communities like Houghton and Calumet retain charming architecture and a strong sense of local heritage. Outdoor recreation is a major draw year-round. Summer visitors enjoy hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, and exploring lighthouses or the Keweenaw National Historical Park. Fall brings vibrant foliage, and in winter the peninsula receives some of the heaviest snowfall in the Midwest, creating excellent conditions for skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing. Its combination of rich history and striking natural scenery makes the Keweenaw a standout destination on Lake Superior.