Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Keweenaw National Historical Park in Calumet
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Calumet, Houghton County, Michigan, US
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Comments (199)
Its amazing.Old world feeling and houses..The water is gorgeous there.Friendly folks.Very peaceful.
Beautiful area, but closed due to covid-19. Nice place to walk around
Beautiful and peaceful. I could stay there forever!
Beautiful views on Brockway Mountain. Seen tons of animals wondering between the road and woods too!
So much history in this building! Well worth the stop!
Another great copper country stop with an in-depth tour and lots to see.
We enjoyed the mine tour and had an exceptional tour guide.
Cool place to explore Michigans beauty
If youre looking for a great family vacation, I highly recommend the Keewanaw peninsula. So much to do and see. Whether youre a history or nature lover you wont be disappointed. We took the Quincy Mine tour and found it very interesting.
Great place if you ever want to take a tour there its came a long way since I work there as a young teenager. I lived right next door to the building for 51 years and I still live there Ive lived in four different mining houses and theyre almost all exactly the same two big ones and when I was born and raised two small ones now I own one of them and its all original still I think Im the only one that hasnt remodeled my house
Very in depth tour thats two hours long. Definitely learned a lot about mining. It does get very wet and cold in the mine so wear good shoes and wear layers of clothing. Our guide was very nice and answered any questions we had.
Nice place where you can history of calumet and copper mining.
Great time to visit, the fall colors were fabulous. Scenery is never ending, just pristine.
So much to see here in this area. The Keweenaw National Historic Park visitor center in Calumet is a great place to start and admission is free. There is so much history and natural beauty to enjoy in the area!
Amazing stone and brick bldgs. Sorry closed because of Chinese Covid
The building was closed, but it has some amazing machinery from the mines on display. Ruins of buildings scattered around and old railroad lines discovered in the brush close by. I love living here. I can take a walk and see history in front of my eyes!!
If you like Copper Country history, this is the place to go.
Wonderful beautiful cant say free on the coast of the water and the peninsula
Amazing and gorgeous, ornate old buildings!
I love visiting national parks - this one was no exception!
Nice variety of things to do. There are 3 museums, lots of buildings to see and 2 small hikes out to the sand dunes. The lighthouse had a unique feature, but I will like you figure that one out. The beach was beautiful with tons of sand and natural dunes dotted with driftwood.
Beyond the amazing view that is all to common in Michigan, there are also many locations to take note of. For example, the Quincy Copper Mine.
Quite an amazing place. Everything nature that you could possibly want. Also, saw a black bear on the road up mount Brockway! It was a great time with the family!
Cant describe the beauty. Serene place.
The historical significance of this area is relatively untold when considering the importance of the amount of copper mined for the nation, the livelihoods and nationalities and many stories of the miners, the amazing feat in engineering, those connected to the industry whether through logging, shipping, iron works, and smelting.The people who work full time as well as working through volunteering their time do a wonderful service to us as well as to the history of the Keweenaw area.
Great place to learn about the mostly unknown history of mining in Michigan.
This area is abundant in natural beauty and history.
A pass is needed to access the fort in the park. Informative & interesting site about the old west era. Lots of items to look at, pretty water-front location.
Beautiful place to visit...great hiking trails, clean beaches and best of all - very peaceful & picturesque area overall
I love learning about the history of our state! Was bummed that we couldnt get into some of the buildings but at least you could peak in. The fall colors were perfect for us along with the weather for mid October.
We didn’t know what to expect here but were super impressed by these exhibits. They are great for kids or adults and paint a vivid picture of early life in the Keweenaw. Three floors of detailed, educational, and insightful displays guide you through early life in this region.There is also a nice gift shop with some unique offerings. The rangers are helpful and informative. There is a cool 3D map showing the elevation of the peninsula that’s also helpful in understanding the region.As a Michigander who might normally bypass something like this, I’m glad we stopped to learn the detailed history of this community!
Is beautiful ..Nice experience
I cannot say enough good things about this tour. The staff were all pleasant and helpful throughout the tour and worked to answer more detailed questions after the scripted portion. The scripted tour and our guide was informative, accurate, and used punny or situational humor to engage all visitors. The mine is cold, although they provide coats shoes and socks might be a good idea.
The Keweenaw Peninsula is absolutely one of my favorite places to visit. No matter the time of year it’s beautiful. The Visitor Center in Calumet is a great place to start in order to learn about the area and to discover what there is to see. The Park is relatively new (established in 1992) so many sites such as the visitor center are new additions. There are 21 heritage sites to see, including museums, historical buildings, and mines. Some places are closed in the winter months so make sure to check ahead before you plan a trip.
Very Cool historical place. Took the mine ride years ago,but, it is still running and a amazing experience.
A great visit. Lots of history and a tram ride down to one of the entrances, where you take a tour inside. The steam hoist is another main attraction. They have a nice gift shop to peruse while waiting for your tour. If youre hungry, theres Petersons cafe right across the highway for local fish and chips.
Beautiful fall colors and the waterfalls were flowing strong this time of year
If you havent been to the Upper Peninsula of the Upper Peninsula, youre missing the majority of the beauty of Michigan. Brockway Mountain, Copper Harbor, Fort Wilkins, and more. Its a gorgeous place to explore.
Beautiful area. Beautiful Fort Wilkins. Nice winding roads that lead you back to Copper Harbor. Beautiful sites along the way. Its a place that is a must see for anyone who wants to experience the up north.
The town is a shadow of its self. Buildings falling down. Not much to see. Disappointed.
Great history about mining in the Copper Country.
Its very well done, the upkeep and improvement to these old buildings must cost a small fortune but they do it! All of the attractions are very interesting.
A very pretty place to visit. Local shops are quaint, with unique items hard or impossible to find elsewhere. Friendly staff are often the owners themselves. Many areas to stop and explore, with little plaques that explain its origins. Museums and stores, rich with mining industry history, blend in with historic buildings. Townspeople are always friendly and greet you with smiles.
. I went in August and there wasnt too many people around the weather was crisp and they have a lot of awesome hiking trails that go to lakes and waterfalls and Springs xcetera. The lake in the clouds is beautiful. Its a Hidden Gem. Reminds me a lot of East Tennessee but has its own unique beauty and atmosphere.
Great place to learn about the mining industry. We didnt take the tour this time, but have in the past.
So much to see and do in the Keweenaw! Relaxing at its finest. Beautiful sights around every corner. Places may be few and far between but worth the drive. Our favorite area is the reconstructed houses at Central Mine.
Full of amazing and interesting history about a truly unique part of the country. The museum in Calumet is a top notch thing to see on a cold and rainy (or more likely snowy!) day, and the different locations in the park include some of the best attractions in the area.
So beautiful up there especially in the fall. The colors the trees the water the air.
Campground is nice, we didnt do the fort. But it is nice we have done it in the passed
The keewenaw is such a wonderful place! There arent much by way of grocery stores and chain restaurants, but thats the charm. The scenery was amazing! If you like old buildings and Michigan history, this is the place you should take your vacation. Theres a waterfall every mile and the canoeing is second to none
Bit muddy, but was fun. Very hilly too
Well laid out small museum. Interesting local history. No fee, Donations appreciated.
Very Cool Historic Area
Enjoyable and interesting. We were there on a wet day but still enjoyed ourselves.
Would give this place the 5 stars it deserves, only four stars cause wife and I went there in early June and everything was closed. Just make sure to go after July 1st
Long time ago seen was very interesting. The Kewanaw is sooo beautiful.Also the great Alex who has Prospectors Paradise one of best places Ive been also nicest person you could ever meet
Very cool park interspersed among normal life and beautiful scenery in the upper peninsula of Michigan. I really like mining stuff for some reason so getting to walk through and learn the history was a lot of fun (and very scenic). You can dive in as deep (literally by going into mines) as you like to learn about an industry that helped power the electrification of America and the world through the miles and miles of copper wire produced using the copper mined here
To think of the skilled craftsmen 150 years ago descending upon this formidable landscape and creating one of our nations most intricate and beautiful showcases of craftsmanship we have to offer, nearly unadulterated, is absolutely inspiring!
Historical tour with excellent guides who conveyed the spirit of the people who created the UP economy. Men and women devoted to their lives to make a good life for their families. Mining was a dark and dangerous way to build the region.
Staff went out of there way to help you out. Gave us great tips on what to see. Pointed out where easy to access water falls were. The museum was well done and free.
So much of the area north of the Houghton-Hancock Lift Bridge is part of the park (?)... Anyway, some amazing buildings and indescribable ruins. So many hidden things to explore. Bring your hiking shoes, your camera and explore some of the history of UP mining and its associated technology and prosperity.
Nice walk back in time..great displays on mining.
Our tour guide was great, answering every question that he was asked, and the tour of the mine was incredible!Two points: 1) you can wear flip flops but its wet in the mine so shoes are better, and 2) when the tour guide says plug your ears, DO IT!
This is beautiful country and very slow paced and lots of things to look at and see sunrises are spectacular
We love the history surrounding the Cooper Country and we are glad what is left is being preserved.
Masked required for fully vaccinated. No mask available. Do not stop here.
This restored three story building is the center of this fascinating look at the history and natural resources of the mining industry in the Calumet area. It is maintained by the U.S. National Park Service and there is no admission fee or pass required.
Lovely place for some adventure! Clean, well maintained and beautiful woodlands.
I could spend an entire month exploring this peninsula. Excellent job on the restoration process. History comes alive here. Remote. Peaceful. Surprises around every corner.
Wonderful historical museum
All the park has done is raise the cost of everythingi dont see much as to why it exists
Beautiful place, I dont know much about the owners but the guy I worked with from there when I was part of Americorps was super nice.
Great place to visit.
Lots of history and natural sites to see. The entire peninsula is full of things to see and do and there are lots of websites to direct you to various mine sites, waterfalls and hiking trails.
A beautiful and underused space that preserves and shares the history of the Copper Country and how life in the Keweenaw today is affected by its history of mining, logging, and more. The park itself is thoughtfully intertwined into parts of the town, and it makes visiting Calumet (or even anywhere else in the Keweenaw) really special.
Lots of preserved history here. A great look into the origins and history of what made the Copper Country what it is today.
My soul feels at peace here. If youre needing a break, this would be a place I would go
Keweenaw is beautiful. Must see if not already on your bucket list already
Everyone who enjoys our industrial heritage should visit.Anyone who enjoys the out-of-doors should visit.This is the one place, I know where the pace life can slow down.
Nice copper rock on US41 nearby, couple of nice architectural natural Stone buildings there too & some history & statue of a guy who developed the area and thus 75 % of the copper needed for the industrial boom.
Super cool to see! Very beautiful sights
Nice museum and also a group of sites around the area related to mining.
The main headquarters located in Calumet is not much to see but the museum in the Union building will take 2-3 hours to browse through. Just one stop on over 20 you can make as you visit the sites across the Keweenaw. The park stretches for over 100 miles from the Porcupine Mts to Fort Wilkins, and will take several days to visit all of the sites.
Beautiful country! Lots of snow!
Restricted owners of 5th street to do what they wish with their own buildings. They arent allowed to make any changes to the façade(siding, woodwork, etc). Maybe that is why we lost some important longtime businesses and downtown looks like a ghost town.
Had a great time on the 1.5 hr tour into the mine and history. Well worth the $25. Check for tour times. Quincy mine on the Hancock hill.
I like history, but am not too happy about the National Park designation. Would prefer the government stick to defending us.
Did a fairly quick drive through, but TONS of very beautiful old buildings full of history!
Great place well worth the full tour.I would have brought my own hardhat & headlamp had I thought of it!
The keweenaw National historical park is great. They do a spectacular job at maintenance and have good info.
If you are interested in the areas history. You must check this place out. Do your research before you come here to get a pleasant experience.
Love this place, its like Prescott, AZ had a baby with small town USA and it ran away from home to hide up on the horn of the UP.
Calumet looks to be on an upward trajectory , renovations in progress and traffic is way up on 5th st.Feels as if we are growing again .
Needs to be on everyones Bucket List. Hope to come back on a Clear Day. Awesome!
This whole area is magical, full of history and natural beauty! Stop by the welcome center in Calumet for details on attractions and must see features.
Wife and I were guided on a small personable FREE tour in Calumet by a park Ranger. It was an unforgettable experience.
Beautiful setting, wonderful artifacts and carefully explained history. Love this place and its historians!
Very limited hours in the only visitor center, despite the height of the summer season
Good burgers @@!
This map location is not the national parks official visitor center! You must go another 2 blocks to the Calumet Visitor Center. Well worth a visit!
So much History, you cannot just see it all in one day. Go multiple times! Its an amazing park.
Beautiful if you like the outdoors! Excellent job on the restoration process. History comes alive here.
A gem of a museum for Copper Country history. Friendly and professional staff. Well worth the visit for visitors and local residents.
Great place, definitely need to stop again with more time
More than one building, the park is spread throughout the Keweenaw region with a combination of historic buildings and other interesting sites. A must see in the area.
Great place to cool off on a hot day. Go on the tour and cool off underground. Gift shop.is awesome.
Love this area, have been coming here almost every summer since I was a baby. Beautiful scenery, love Lake Superior and the U.P.!
Very interesting place with good history details.
Loved it! This place describes what life was like in the Copper Country throughout the late 1800s through the 1900s.
Awesome place to get out and do many outdoor things with the family.
So beautiful! I recommend taking the drive just before sunset! So beautiful captured some great pics!!
Well worth a visit. Steam hoist is impressive.
Encompasses many historic buildings, great to walk around read signage, nice mix of shops, galleries and food
A lot of great Natural History here time at mining town was almost the capital of Michigan
Incredible place to visit if youre at all interested in history or old time architecture
We didnt get a chance to go down in the mines but we did check out the awesome gift shop and mosied around the area
Very nice place if you like nature I would tell a back I enjoyed it
Excellent example of a Nation Parks cooperative effort to preserve historic sites and the history of copper mining in the U P.
Great information, small place with a lot of history
Never been there but i have a family heir that has land in by a little mineing town,my mother is a Chippewa squa from the bad river band, in odana she has a deed to the property, I want to locate it, cause Im a member as well so for now like its by keenawa
So beautiful. Must see. Put on your bucket list. Gorgeous. Unbelievable!
Less accessible. You have to drive on the mud road and most compact cars cannot do the job.
Great AdventureVery informativeColdCool souvenirs shop$25 each adult$22 seniors
Old architectural buildings made from Jacobson sandstone. Nice museums and amazing copper country history.
Lots of information lots of history it was a good stop on our vacation
The Keweenaw Peninsula Is One Of The Most Beautiful Places In The World!!!
Had a good time at the State Finals for the Squirt AA 2019 in Calumet, MI. Lots of Snow!
Clean, well kept. Old gardens still have remnants there.
Its a nice area. I wish I would have spent a couple of days to enjoy it more.
Fast service, great food, friendly staff. Dining area a bit cool. Clean and well maintained.
If in this area try and check out as much of the historical sites as possible. They are all unique in their own way.
The place never changesLots of good food and shopping. Everyone is so friendly and helpful.
Cold out, but beautiful.
So many churches, such few people...a really beautiful location
Was on my bucket list. The views are incredible! Everyone needs to see this place.
A top-notch national historical park. If you are interested in the Keweenaw and copper mining history, this is a must do.
Awesome grounds...a must see!
Beautiful Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Many things to explore and do. Many diverse activities.
Really cool historic site of the mines.
Loved all the buildings wonderful!!
Nice place to visit
I enjoyed the history of the place. I learn a lot of new stuff at my age .
Great tour of Quincy mine, very informative guide named Rudy.
Great place, views are awesome. Winter is awesome!!
Great place. Walked around great pictures.
If youre a history buff, this is one of your places. The kind you want to stay behind with when vacation is over.
Worth the drive. Beautiful and peaceful scenery. Simply breathtaking
Great place to visit for history and to learn about copper mining, knowledgeable rangers and mine tours
The entire area is phenomenal. Great place to visit.
I live in the park and have a steady stream of visitors passing by during the no snow times.
Beautiful area and such a rich history. Were going back for the second year in a row.
Absolutely stunning perfect for any rockhound
Must do this! Awesome experience. Lots of history and fun.
The park will forever be a favorite destination , sitting on the roof of the loading Bay always makes me think of the 1930s hustle and tussle, 30 cents a hr is tough work .
Great place, so beautiful! Need to check it out.
Beautiful area. Lots to do if you love the outdoors.
Such a cool town you can drive snowmobiles and four-wheelers right through downtown
Super helpful park employee. Gave great insight into many things.... too many to list.
Very scenic. A must see when in the Upper Peninsula
Great place to learn about local History even if youre a local.
Really cool place
Beautiful area. Interesting stories about the area and its role in world and US History.
Excellent. Dont miss the visitors center.
Very pretty church! We were there about 10 years ago when they were still working on it.
Fun to walk around and see what life was like for our great grand parents.
Very cool history lesson the kids AND adults will enjoy
Always amazing to visit, glad to see the history.
Great park. take the time, and go for it. Get a tour, very informational.
Very nice facilitiesThis is truly a family home
Very beneficial if you stop at the visitor center first to find out where things are...
Great place to visit too experence the past.
Beautiful
Lots of interesting places to look at. Michigans first concrete road. Calumet Theater
It tells you everything you would want to know about the people who used to live here.
Be careful on windy days. Old buildings might drop bricks on you or your car.
Beautiful drive in the fall. Nice to walk around and enjoy the outdoors.
Every time I go, I learn something new. Always such a great experience!
Love exploring the history. Feel like a kid, climbing all over the old equipment!
You just have to see it to appreciate it. Just go. You wont regret it
Favorite place in the world.
They need alot of updates. They can only do that with the help of the public so make this one of your stops. Educational.
Its amazing up here!!
Beautiful place to hike and spend time with family and friends
Beautiful site nestled in the breathtaking countyside of Michigans Upper Peninsula!
Beautiful doesnt do it justice. This area is magnificent!
An awesome place and a must if its your first time in town
Great museum. It is the place to start your visit to the area.
Great park. Grew up in this neck of the woods.
Great free historical tours of Calumet village and industrial park.
Total reviews rating 4.7
199 Reviews for Keweenaw National Historical Park 2023:
Review №1
2021-08-06We took the quincy mine tour and it was fabulous! Interesting, historical, and you go in to the actual mine. You enter a large tunnel so not claustrophobic at all.
Review №2
2021-08-20Beautiful park full of amazing things you dont want to miss. This is a must see destination; make sure you block at least half to 3/4 of a day to explore many waterfalls, breathtaking nature trails ranging from 1/4 mile, easy hikes to long-distance, challenging hikes. Rivers, lakes, fields and forests all await. Please remember it is illegal to remove anything from this area as it is national park. LEAVE NO TRACE and TAKE NOTHING BUT PHOTOS. Thank you for enjoying nature respectfully and responsibly.
Review №3
2022-05-25Beautiful beach, half is sandy other half has some cool rocks you can pick through.
Review №4
2022-06-25Very interesting story about this area of the UP. I did not know this part of the countries history. The visitor center and building displays tell an amazing story.
Review №5
2020-08-26Absolutely beautiful park. Prettiest disc golf course Ive ever been to. There are some unmarked ruins around the course, some of them just look like a pile of rocks.
Review №6
2018-10-27Great hearing park that rarely gets visited. I really enjoy spending time in the upper peninsula of Michigan and this as far north as you can get. I like how its a mixture of places ran by the National Park Service, state and local historical societies, and private citizens. I only spent a few days here but wish I had more time, Ill definitely be back.
Review №7
2019-09-02This is a great place to learn about Michigan copper mining history. The buildings are interesting, docents very knowledgeable, and taking a ride into one of the mine shafts can be educational and somewhat frightening if you don’t like closed spaces. I spent time after the guided tour walking the grounds and seeing more of the old equipment and buildings on my own. This tour really makes you appreciate the hardships the miners go through even today!
Review №8
2021-07-14Very nice tour! Get reservations and wear warm clothes and boots!
Review №9
2017-08-29Loads of history about the Copper Country! Its very cool to have a national park site right in our backyard, and theyve done a great job of preserving historical sites and the story of our area. While the park doesnt own a lot itself, it does partner with other organizations and private individuals to do what they can to keep history alive for future generations to discover.
Review №10
2021-06-18A very amazing place with amazing history. One of my favorite places on earth.