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Michigan Wildlife Watching: Sturgeon River Sloughs Wildlife Area

Michigan Wildlife Watching: Sturgeon River Sloughs Wildlife Area

July 7, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Wildlife

The Sturgeon River Sloughs is a state-protected wildlife management area that covers nearly 8,000 acres near where Baraga County and Houghton County meet. A wildlife viewing…

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Big Things Coming for Michigan's Tallest Waterfall?

Big Things Coming for Michigan’s Tallest Waterfall?

December 20, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

After years of waiting, it seems real progress is fin ally on the way for what will be one of the Upper Peninsula’s most popular…

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Michigan Lighthouse Guide and Map: Houghton County Lighthouses

Michigan Lighthouse Guide and Map: Houghton County Lighthouses

March 20, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Houghton County is home to three lighthouses and a plethora of historical sites related to the copper mining industry. We love all the historic buildings…

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Jumbo Falls: A Secluded Waterfall in the Ottawa National Forest

Jumbo Falls: A Secluded Waterfall in the Ottawa National Forest

July 18, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Waterfalls have always been one of our favorite things to find in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and we recently had a chance to return to Jumbo…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Michigan's Oldest Concrete Pavement, Calumet

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Michigan’s Oldest Concrete Pavement, Calumet

March 7, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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Michigan Landmarks: Portage Lake Lift Bridge

Michigan Landmarks: Portage Lake Lift Bridge

December 6, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

The Portage Lake Lift Bridge (Houghton-Hancock Bridge) is one of Michigan’s engineering marvels and the only connection between Houghton and the rest of the Keweenaw…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Ahmeek Stamp Mill Ruins, Tamarack City

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Ahmeek Stamp Mill Ruins, Tamarack City

November 29, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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Historic Houghton Walking Tour - Learn About the Copper Country's Largest City

Historic Houghton Walking Tour – Learn About the Copper Country’s Largest City

August 11, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
History, Landmarks

Houghton, Michigan is known for many landmarks and a rich history. It is home to Michigan Technological University, serves as one of the departure points…

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Photo Gallery Friday: Kayak Trip to the Quincy Dredge

Photo Gallery Friday: Kayak Trip to the Quincy Dredge

June 26, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
History, Landmarks

One of the most recognizable remnants of Michigan’s mining history in the Keweenaw is the Quincy Dredge Number Two, which is easily seen when driving…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Houghton County Courthouse

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Houghton County Courthouse

January 20, 2018
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks, Roadside Attractions

Houghton, Michigan is home to many historic and large buildings that were built during the area’s mining boom. One of the grandest and most easily…

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