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Hike to Gabbro Falls
Bessemer, Michigan
5.0
1 mi
Gabbro Falls is on the Black River and is as impressive waterfall. This wild waterfall does not have any fences or barriers, so view with caution from above. Getting there, take Black Jack Road north. This road will take a sharp left turn and will go by the ski hill. Before you get to the ski hill there's a little bridge that crosses the river. Park on side of road before river and you'll see ...
Explore Gabbro Falls
Bessemer, Michigan
Gabbro Falls is located just east of Blackjack Ski Resort in Bessemer, MI. There are two options for seeing the falls. First, you can continue through the resort parking lot, and continue up a service road. On the left, you see a small parking area. From the parking area, you can see a small handmade sign for the falls. Be careful, from the sign, the falls are only a few steps away! This is the...
Photograph the Potawatomi and Gorge Waterfalls
Ironwood, Michigan
5.0
Potawatomi and Gorge falls are two of the most scenic waterfalls on the black river. These two waterfalls are an easy stop for anyone and both waterfalls are accessible for wheelchairs.
The Black River Scenic Byway starts north of US 2 near Bessemer. There are signs on the highway. The falls are about 14 miles north of US 2. The scenic area/parking lot is on the right and is clearly marked. ...
Wolf Mountain
Marenisco, Michigan
0.72 mi
/ 223 ft gain
Wolf Mountain is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Wakefield, Michigan.
Presque Isle River Waterfalls Loop
Ironwood, Michigan
1.54 mi
/ 171 ft gain
Presque Isle River Waterfalls Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Wakefield, Michigan.
Hike to Saxon Falls
Saxon, Wisconsin
0.5 mi
An unusual hike to see the falls, Saxon Falls sits next to a flowage station. On foot, follow the short, wooded hiking trail to the east of the parking area, which leads to the overlook location. For better viewing, continue down the path. The falls sports one of the deepest gorges in the region. Saxon Falls is surrounded by many waterfalls in the region, so make sure to plan another stop while...
Hike the Presque Isle River Waterfall Loop
Ironwood, Michigan
5.0
2.3 mi
This hike combines the East and West River Trails for a scenic hike along the Presque Isle River, which runs through the Porcupine Mountains State Park. The river has strong currents and sections of rapids, as well as three main waterfalls, Nawadaha Falls, Manido Falls, and Manabezho Falls, which measures 25 feet high.Your hike will include sections of boardwalk, forested trail, and a suspensio...
Presque Isle Falls Loop
Ironwood, Michigan
1.28 mi
/ 194 ft gain
Presque Isle Falls Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Ironwood, Michigan.
Hike to Yondota Falls
Marenisco, Michigan
5.0
0.5 mi
Outside of Marenisco, MI, take Cty Rd 523 north of town. The trailhead is just north of the bridge over Presque Isle River, hidden away in the trees. We missed it our first pass over the bridge. Once at the trailhead, hike down roughly 0.25 to 0.5 miles to see the waterfalls to your left. There are multiple sets of falls to see along the way.
Places to stay
Ironwood, Michigan
Black River Harbor Pavilion
Overview
The Black River Harbor Pavilion is located within the Black Harbor Recreation Area on Lake Superior in Michigans Upper Peninsula...
Park Falls, Wisconsin
Newman Lake Shelter
Overview
Newman Lake Shelter is a day-use picnicking shelter available for large groups. It is situated within the Newman Lake Recreation...
Park Falls, Wisconsin
Twin Lakes (Wi)
Overview
Tucked in a forest of pines, evergreens and hardwoods, Twin Lakes campground overlooks the sparkling blue Twin Lake, offering a ...
Watersmeet, Michigan
Clark Lake Pavilion
Overview
The Clark Lake Pavilion, located within the Clark Lake day use area, sits in a beautiful north woods setting; at the north end o...
Watersmeet, Michigan
Sylvania (Clark Lake) Campground
Overview
Sylvania (Clark Lake) Campground is located seven miles southwest of Watersmeet, Michigan, adjacent to the 18,327 acre Sylvania ...
Watersmeet, Michigan
Sylvania Wilderness Backcountry Camping
Overview
The Sylvania Wilderness encompasses 18,327 acres of primitive lands and is part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. ...
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