Copper Harbor

United_States

Copper Harbor is the northernmost city in Michigan, in the Upper Peninsula.

  • Fort Wilkins was first established by the United States in 1843-44, purportedly, to protect the local Copper Miners from the local Indians. Abandoned around the time of the Mexican War, the post was regarissoned following the Civil War, though, it was subsequently permanently abandoned in about 1870. Much of the fort is intact (with some reconstruction) and forms the centerpiece of the eponymous state park.
  • US-41 Terminus - Ever wonder what a highway looks like when it just ends? Continue on US-41 north through the town, just past the state park, to the cul-du-sac that marks the northern end-point of a highway that begins in far-off Miami. It's underwhelming... which is part of why it's worth spending the few extra minutes it takes to get there.

Fort Wilkins was first established by the United States in 1843-44, purportedly, to protect the local Copper Miners from the local Indians. Abandoned around the time of the Mexican War, the post was regarissoned following the Civil War, though, it was subsequently permanently abandoned in about 1870. Much of the fort is intact (with some reconstruction) and forms the centerpiece of the eponymous state park.

US-41 Terminus - Ever wonder what a highway looks like when it just ends? Continue on US-41 north through the town, just past the state park, to the cul-du-sac that marks the northern end-point of a highway that begins in far-off [[Miami]]. It's underwhelming... which is part of why it's worth spending the few extra minutes it takes to get there.

There's a series of trails in the hills outside of town, suitable for hiking and some for all-terrain biking.

There are many local artisan shops and antique stores on the main drag in Copper Harbor, as well as a general store and several fun souvenir shops.

Harbor Haus American German Restaurant, Keweenaw Mountain Lodge

Ziks' Bar.

The Mariner North.

Brickside Brewery

Copper Harbor is one of the main gateways to Isle Royale National Park over the horizon in Lake Superior. The Keweenaw Peninsula itself is host to a plethora of hiking, biking, fishing, or skiing opportunities.