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Facebook page for Upper Midwest Waterfalls: https://www.facebook.com/groups/507235859436951/
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Take county road 513 to Black River Harbor. There are 5 beautiful waterfalls on the way to the harbor. The harbor has a suspended bridge to cross over to get to the beautiful beach area.
Black River Harbor Parkway
Black River Harbor ParkwayFacebook page for Upper Midwest Waterfalls: https://www.facebook.com/groups/507235859436951/
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Take county road 513 to Black River Harbor. There are 5 beautiful waterfalls on the way to the harbor. The harbor has a suspended bridge to cross over to get to the beautiful beach area.
Beautiful hiking trail and falls just a short distance from the house.
8 locals recommend
Interstate Falls
Beautiful hiking trail and falls just a short distance from the house.
This is known to be the highest point in the state of Wisconsin. Gorgeous falls and hiking trail. When you get to the top the overlook is beautiful.
13 locals recommend
Saint Peters Dome
This is known to be the highest point in the state of Wisconsin. Gorgeous falls and hiking trail. When you get to the top the overlook is beautiful.
The 45×90 points are the four points on earth which are halfway between the geographical poles, the equator, the Prime Meridian, and the 180th meridian. One of the points is located in Athens, WI
If you are coming or going on HWY 51 by Wausau WI stop and check out this site! This historical marker is the exact point half-way between the Equator and the North Pole, and half-way between Greenwich Meridian and the International Date Line.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/45%C3%9790_points...............
http://www.wisconsinhistoricalmarkers.com/2013/09/45x90-geographical-marker.html
Athens
The 45×90 points are the four points on earth which are halfway between the geographical poles, the equator, the Prime Meridian, and the 180th meridian. One of the points is located in Athens, WI
If you are coming or going on HWY 51 by Wausau WI stop and check out this site! This historical marker is the exact point half-way between the Equator and the North Pole, and half-way between Greenwich Meridian and the International Date Line.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/45%C3%9790_points...............
http://www.wisconsinhistoricalmarkers.com/2013/09/45x90-geographical-marker.html
Also know as the "Mystery Light" this attraction is a fascinating site to take it. It's located 1 hr drive East on HWY 2. Check out youtube for many mysterious stories on this phenomenon!
18 locals recommend
The Paulding Light
Also know as the "Mystery Light" this attraction is a fascinating site to take it. It's located 1 hr drive East on HWY 2. Check out youtube for many mysterious stories on this phenomenon!
Mt. Zion is located a short distance from the house. From spring to fall you can drive, walk or bike up to the top to oversee to the West and North toward Lake Superior. Go there for STUNNING sunsets!!! Also, I headed out many a night last summer to view the Northern Lights. .... here are some links to see if the lights will be out when you are here.....
https://www.facebook.com/groups/greatlakesaurorahunters/ ............... https://www.facebook.com/GLAHalert/?hc_location=group
Mt Zion Ski Hill
E4946 E4946 Jackson RdMt. Zion is located a short distance from the house. From spring to fall you can drive, walk or bike up to the top to oversee to the West and North toward Lake Superior. Go there for STUNNING sunsets!!! Also, I headed out many a night last summer to view the Northern Lights. .... here are some links to see if the lights will be out when you are here.....
https://www.facebook.com/groups/greatlakesaurorahunters/ ............... https://www.facebook.com/GLAHalert/?hc_location=group
Copper Peak
N13870 Copper Peak RdJust of M28, on Wertenen road, these are a quick stop just down an embankment. Cute falls.
Root Beer Falls
Just of M28, on Wertenen road, these are a quick stop just down an embankment. Cute falls.
This is an historic bridge on the Black River located between Bessemer and Wakefield a mile or so to the south on Hwy 2. Very popular place for taking photos.
Stone Arch Keystone Black River Bridge
This is an historic bridge on the Black River located between Bessemer and Wakefield a mile or so to the south on Hwy 2. Very popular place for taking photos.
Short, easy walk from the parking lots it's a great spot to see falls on the Black River.
8 locals recommend
Interstate Falls
Short, easy walk from the parking lots it's a great spot to see falls on the Black River.
Potato River Falls
Falls RoadThere are stairs headed down to the falls.
On the trailhead on county road 519 on the way to the Porkie Pine Mountains. This is a good hike - I think about 1.5-2 miles to Lake Superior. the trail follows the river all the way. Beautiful hike.
15 locals recommend
Presque Isle River Waterfalls Loop Trailhead
South Boundary RoadOn the trailhead on county road 519 on the way to the Porkie Pine Mountains. This is a good hike - I think about 1.5-2 miles to Lake Superior. the trail follows the river all the way. Beautiful hike.
Lake of the Clouds and lots of area to explore at the Porkie's. About 1 hr north east of the house.
49 locals recommend
Porcupine Mountains
Lake of the Clouds and lots of area to explore at the Porkie's. About 1 hr north east of the house.
Black River Harbor, Lake Superior...lots of falls to explore, Rainbow Falls, Sandstone, Potawatomi, Gorge and Conglomerate falls
26 locals recommend
Black River Harbor Pavilion
County Highway WestBlack River Harbor, Lake Superior...lots of falls to explore, Rainbow Falls, Sandstone, Potawatomi, Gorge and Conglomerate falls
O Kun-de-kun Falls
Beautiful falls
Go to Blackjack drive across the bridge turn left, go past the chalet amd up the hill. On the right you’ll see snow machines and I think there is a sign on the left. Park along the road and it’s just a few steps off the road on the left! You’ll hear the water roaring!
You can access them from maybe bottom too. We parked at the bridge and hiked in last year. Also be really careful! Slippery rocks and no barriers
Gabbro Trailhead
Black Jack Road Beautiful falls
Go to Blackjack drive across the bridge turn left, go past the chalet amd up the hill. On the right you’ll see snow machines and I think there is a sign on the left. Park along the road and it’s just a few steps off the road on the left! You’ll hear the water roaring!
You can access them from maybe bottom too. We parked at the bridge and hiked in last year. Also be really careful! Slippery rocks and no barriers
Summit Peak
This is in the Porcupine Mountains. A must see if you were visiting that area!
Wolf Mountain
About 20 miles east on Hwy 2.
The trail is a bit rugged
Wren Falls
Casey Sag RoadBeautifully unexpected in the heart of the forest.
You can do either a guided kayak trip or rent kayaks. Check out the sea caves at the apostle islands!
Whitecap Kayak
31375 Wannebo RdYou can do either a guided kayak trip or rent kayaks. Check out the sea caves at the apostle islands!
Parks & Nature
Nice walking trails.
Close to town, beautiful, peaceful place to walk, jog, cross country ski or snow shoe.
13 locals recommend
Miners Memorial Heritage Park
771 E Ayer StClose to town, beautiful, peaceful place to walk, jog, cross country ski or snow shoe.
This is area is a must visit on your bucket list! You can take a ferry to some of the islands such as Madeline Island and Stockton Island. Stockton Island is known for its sugar sand beach and is a beautiful place to spend a day trip.
28 locals recommend
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
415 Washington AveThis is area is a must visit on your bucket list! You can take a ferry to some of the islands such as Madeline Island and Stockton Island. Stockton Island is known for its sugar sand beach and is a beautiful place to spend a day trip.
Go here for information on when the ice caves are open. https://www.facebook.com/apostleislandsnationallakeshore/
Bayfield Peninsula Sea Caves
415 Washington AveGo here for information on when the ice caves are open. https://www.facebook.com/apostleislandsnationallakeshore/
Located on Lake Superior this is a beautiful scenic drive (make sure to stop at the artisan spring) down to "The Point." There is camping, agate rock picking and just taking in the beautiful, peaceful scenery.
42 locals recommend
Little Girls Point
E1930 Lake RdLocated on Lake Superior this is a beautiful scenic drive (make sure to stop at the artisan spring) down to "The Point." There is camping, agate rock picking and just taking in the beautiful, peaceful scenery.
This is area is beautiful and you can hike all the way around the falls. If you drive up the road past the visitors center there is a campground and a beautiful lake to take in some swimming and a picnic. This makes for a wonderful day trip with the family.
25 locals recommend
Bond Falls Waterfalls
Bond Falls RoadThis is area is beautiful and you can hike all the way around the falls. If you drive up the road past the visitors center there is a campground and a beautiful lake to take in some swimming and a picnic. This makes for a wonderful day trip with the family.
Beautiful place to hike and camp in the heart of the wilderness.
49 locals recommend
Porcupine Mountains
Beautiful place to hike and camp in the heart of the wilderness.
Copper Falls State Park
36764 Copper Falls RdBeautiful falls and a great hike!
Longyear Park
Playground
Bluff Valley Park
600-698 N Moore StPlayground and climb the bluff
Norrie Park Road
Norrie Park RoadPlayground and walking trail
Picnic Area, Tables, Fire pits, Drinking Water
Pavilion(rental fee)
Rest Rooms, Changing Rooms, Slide & Swings
Boat Launching Ramps, Fishing
Gile Park
14 Park StPicnic Area, Tables, Fire pits, Drinking Water
Pavilion(rental fee)
Rest Rooms, Changing Rooms, Slide & Swings
Boat Launching Ramps, Fishing
Sunday Lake Eddy Park Campground
300 Chicago Mine RdPlayground, picnic area, swimming area
Little Union Gorge Falls, Carp Lake Township, MI 49953, USA
Essentials
Fully stocked grocery store, deli with hot and cold foods, etc. Hours are 6am-10pm
17 locals recommend
Super One Foods
1480 E Cloverland DrFully stocked grocery store, deli with hot and cold foods, etc. Hours are 6am-10pm
Walmart Supercenter
10305 Country Club RdHours are 6am to 11pm
European Treats
124 E Aurora StLots of different ethnic foods (grocery) fresh, frozen, packaged
Arts & Culture
Check to see if there are any events while you are here.
Lovely art gallery stocked with art of all kinds from area artists. Everything from jewelry, to items made of driftwood and metal and beautiful artwork.
11 locals recommend
Downtown Art Place
111 E Aurora StLovely art gallery stocked with art of all kinds from area artists. Everything from jewelry, to items made of driftwood and metal and beautiful artwork.
Check the schedule to see if there are any plays that are happening when you are here. There is some amazing talent and this group puts on some pretty amazing & fun entertainment! https://www.theatrenorth.info/
Theater North
825 N Lake StCheck the schedule to see if there are any plays that are happening when you are here. There is some amazing talent and this group puts on some pretty amazing & fun entertainment! https://www.theatrenorth.info/
Historic Ironwood Theatre
113 E Aurora StBeautiful historic theater
Entertainment & Activities
Whitecap Mountains Resort
9106 W Co Rd EBlackjack Mountain - Big Snow Resort
N11251 Black Jack RdDownhill skiing
During regular business hours they have a clothing shop (mostly outerwear). Worth checking out.
Ask about the tour.
11 locals recommend
Stormy Kromer
1238 Wall StDuring regular business hours they have a clothing shop (mostly outerwear). Worth checking out.
Ask about the tour.
Main Street Fitness
Can stop in as a drop in to workout. Cost is $5.00.