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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Wetmore Pond Nature Trails, Marquette County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Wetmore Pond Nature Trails, Marquette County

October 1, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Sugarloaf Mountain, Marquette: Beautiful Hike to Amazing Views

Sugarloaf Mountain, Marquette: Beautiful Hike to Amazing Views

September 9, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks, Trails

Sugarloaf Mountain might just be the most iconic hike in Marquette, and it’s one that almost everyone can handle. A hike of around a mile…

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Ely Falls: A Small Waterfall in a Beautiful Setting in Marquette County

Ely Falls: A Small Waterfall in a Beautiful Setting in Marquette County

September 1, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Marquette County is home to more than 60 waterfalls, including Dead River Falls, Alder Falls, Yellow Dog Falls, and Morgan Falls. While those waterfalls have…

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Republic Mine Observation Site, Marquette County

Republic Mine Observation Site, Marquette County

August 17, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
History

Mining in the Marquette area dates back to the 1840s, and is responsible for much of the development of Ishpeming and Negaunee. Some mining continues…

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Burns Landing Historical Park in Big Bay: Short Boardwalk Trail Leads to Beautiful Sandy Beach on Lake Superior

Burns Landing Historical Park in Big Bay: Short Boardwalk Trail Leads to Beautiful Sandy Beach on Lake Superior

August 8, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Parks

We’ve been to Big Bay a few times over the years, but it was almost always to visit the historic Big Bay Lighthouse and a…

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Jasper Knob: A Unique Rock Formation and Scenic Views in Ishpeming

Jasper Knob: A Unique Rock Formation and Scenic Views in Ishpeming

July 28, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

When we visit the Upper Peninsula I’m always looking for new and unique places to visit. I had heard about Jasper Knob in a few…

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Morgan Meadows Falls, Marquette County

Morgan Meadows Falls, Marquette County

June 19, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

The greater Marquette area in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is a fantastic spot for waterfall enthusiasts, as more than 20 sets of falls in the area…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum, Ishpeming

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum, Ishpeming

November 11, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks, Roadside Attractions

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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Photo Gallery Friday: Michigan Iron Industry Museum, Negaunee

Photo Gallery Friday: Michigan Iron Industry Museum, Negaunee

November 10, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Museums

Photo Gallery Friday is a regular feature on Travel the Mitten that will help showcase photos from places where a few pictures just aren’t enough…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Thomas Rock Scenic Overlook, Marquette County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Thomas Rock Scenic Overlook, Marquette County

April 18, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesdays is a new feature that will showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands…

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