Visitors to the top of the Keweenaw Peninsula have called Copper Harbor "the absolute best of the Lake". You will love the views, from Lake Superior’s rugged shoreline to the top of Brockway Mountain. Every season offers something new, all breathtakingly beautiful. Take time to see it all!
Learn about Copper Harbor and
the area from this page - Plan your visit and find seasonal information by viewing the Summer & Winter Guides linked at left.
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Battery D, First Michigan Light Artillery Civil War Encampment
July 30th to August 1st - History comes alive at Fort Wilkins State Park on US-41 just east of Copper Harbor tentatively on Friday, July 30 through Sunday, August 1. Battery D, 1st Michigan Light Artillery, a Civil War era living history group returns to Fort Wilkins for a weekend encampment. The weekend event will be open to park visitors from 8 am to 8 pm on Friday and Saturday, and 8 am to 4 pm on Sunday. Battery D will interpret army life of the period demonstrating artillery and small arms drills, period cooking and soldiers' pastimes. A daily or annual motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park. For more information, contact Fort Wilkins at 906-289-4215.
The Copperman Triathlon
Saturday, August 7th - The Copperman Triathlon comes to Ft. Wilkins State Park on US-41 in Copper Harbor on Saturday, August 7. Swim tranquil Lake Fanny Hooe, bike the rocky shores of Lake Superior & run through the wilderness on shaded roads. Sponsored by the Keweenaw Memorial Medical Center. For information visit the website at left or call Terry Smythe at 906-482-8201.
Frisbee Golf
There is a new 9 hole frisbee/disc golf course now open at the Mountain Lodge. It's a really fun course which is located
on and near the old driving range at the east end of the motel parking lot...there is no cost to play.
The Keweenaw Adventure Company has disc sets for sale.
Brockway Mountain Drive
Voted best of the Seven Wonders of the UP! Read more in the Copper Harbor in the News page linked above
A trip to Copper Harbor is off the beaten path, but that's what makes it nice. Plan to spend some time and hang out for a while..….you won't be disappointed! The friendly people, affordable prices, fresh air, fine cuisine, unique shops, breathtaking scenery, historical significance and countless options for outdoor recreation combine to enhance the whole experience.
Copper Harbor is the Gateway to Isle Royale National Park. The Isle Royale Queen IV takes visitors to the cherished island 50 miles away in about 3 hours.
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