Copper Country Trail

Miners pose with lunch pails in hand on a mine rock pile outside of the Tamarack mineshaft.

Waves crash against the shore near Copper Harbor Lighthouse Complex, part of the Fort Wilkins State Historic Park.

This 9.5 mile drive is considered one of the most scenic drives in the U.S. Views from the top of Brockway Mountain Drive include the tip of the Copper Country and spectacular Lake superior vistas.

This lakeshore route has many views of Lake Superior, beaches, and rugged rock formations.

The Eagle Harbor Lighthouse was commissioned in 1851. Three museums on site include the Maritime Museum, Keweenaw Mining Museum, and Keweenaw Commercial Fishing Museum

White letters jump off the sign, proclaiming this place the Keweenaw National Historical Park.

The #2 Shafthouse (left) and the Hoist House (right) are the Quincy Mine Company's main features. The steam hoist, still located inside, is the largest steam hoist in the world.

The sun peeks through rolling clouds to shine on the red bricks of Calumet & Hecla Warehouse Number 1.

The red and white lighthouse towers above a museum on top of a small cliff, leading down to the water.

The widest and heaviest double-decker bridge in the world acts as the gateway to the Copper Country Trail. The blue and white Portage Lake Life Bridge spans the lake to give visitors a great view of the lake.

The white, spired church sits by the side of the road.

Located in downtown Calumet, the Calumet Theater combines yellow and red bricks in stunning harmony.

Formally known as the Norman McDonald house (1906). Mr. McDonald was a drugest and large investor in the Calumet and Arizona Mining company. The home has seven bedrooms, seven fireplaces, and a ballroom. Currently the home is a privately owned bed & breakfast.

This wooden Bridge spans the Eagle River.

A man lingers at a gift shop in Copper Harbor.

Silver River Falls is located east of Eagle Harbor. This is an example of the common rustic signage found at visitor attractions, roadside parks, etc.

In the distance you can see the red roof of an abandoned copper mine. In the foreground is a green marsh.

Built in 1844, this 19th century military post provided order on the Keweenaw frontier. The fort has been restored and has museum exhibits and period interpretation. The Park is open mid-May to mid-October.

The hoist was built in 1918 and is the world's largest steam hoist. The site includes underground mine tours, tours of the grounds, displays of authentic mining equipment, and a tram ride.