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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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Michigan Roadside Attractions: George Gipp Memorial Park in Laurium

Michigan Roadside Attractions: George Gipp Memorial Park in Laurium

July 25, 2015
by Chris Katje
Roadside Attractions, Sports

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 Roadside Attractions: Keweenaw Stone Ship USS Kearsarge and Veterans Memorial

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Keweenaw Stone Ship USS Kearsarge and Veterans Memorial

June 13, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Roadside Attractions

The small community of Kearsarge north of Calumet (population less than 800 as of 2010) in Houghton County was named for the USS Kearsarge, a…

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12 Breathtaking Beaches on Michigan's Lake Superior Shoreline

12 Breathtaking Beaches on Michigan’s Lake Superior Shoreline

June 9, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Vacation

The Lower Peninsula beaches along the Lake Michigan shoreline continue to garner nationwide attention for their scenic dunes and sandy swimming areas. It may be…

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10 Must-Visit Michigan Locations on the Lake Superior Circle Tour

10 Must-Visit Michigan Locations on the Lake Superior Circle Tour

April 25, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Vacation

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula features more than 900 miles of scenic Lake Superior shoreline, which includes some of the most stunning scenery in the state. For…

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Manganese Gorge Falls - A Stunning Waterfall In Copper Harbor

Manganese Gorge Falls – A Stunning Waterfall In Copper Harbor

March 8, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

The Copper Harbor area is well-known for its historic attractions (Fort Wilkins, Copper Harbor Lighthouse and mining sites) but it is also home to a…

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Hungarian Falls - View Several Stunning Waterfalls in Houghton County

Hungarian Falls – View Several Stunning Waterfalls in Houghton County

March 4, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

If you’re looking for a waterfall adventure that features some stunning drops in a somewhat secluded area in the Upper Peninsula, take the time to…

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Friday Photo Gallery: Michigan's Lake Superior Lighthouses

Friday Photo Gallery: Michigan’s Lake Superior Lighthouses

February 27, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Photo Gallery Friday is a regular feature on Travel the Mitten that will help showcase photos from places where one post just isn’t enough to…

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Freda Stamp Mill Ruins - Houghton County

Freda Stamp Mill Ruins – Houghton County

February 17, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

Once a key part of the Keweenaw copper operation, all that remains of the former Champion Mill near Houghton is a few crumbling structures and…

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Silver Creek Falls - Keweenaw County

Silver Creek Falls – Keweenaw County

January 11, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Edit: recent reports indicate these falls may be on private property. Use caution if attempting to visit, and obey all posted signs. You won’t find…

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