Parks & Recreation

Baraga has many places and events worthwhile to see. Varying from viewing fall colors and snowmobiling to enjoying the scenery or fishing. Fees for services in Village of Baraga. Village of Baraga Parks & Recreation Plan.

Alberta Village Museum

Henry Ford's historic model sawmill town.

Assinins

Site of Bishop Baraga's mission church.

Baraga Recreational Facility

Open December through March. Free Open Skating to the public. • Friday 6:00-9:00 PM • Saturday 6:00-9:00 PM • Sunday 6:00-8:00 PM

Bishop Baraga Shrine

You may also want to check out the Bishop Baraga Shrine and Las Vieux Indian Trail

Baraga Marina

Baraga Marina is located in Baraga. You can enjoy the beauty of Keweenaw Bay.

Canyon Falls Roadside Park

Canyon Falls Roadside Park is a great place for the kayak lovers or the fisherman. Canyon Falls is one of the most well-known roadside parks along US 41. Located 7 miles south of L'Anse, near Alberta. Along the falls there is a fence to keep viewers safe. As long as you stay on the trail it is very safe and beautiful.

Capul Recreational Park

Capul Recreational Park is located on highway US 41 next to the Baraga Marina on the walking trail. This park is in honor of the late Ben and Hedy Capul. Ben worked for the Jacobson family for over 45 years managing forest operations. Hedy worked for the Baraga Area Schools as a nurse for over 30 years. Currently the park has new playground equipment along with corn hole boards, and picnic tables. There are currently two pickle ball courts under construction. There are future plans of a pavilion with handicap accessible bathrooms, pink pong tables, volleyball court, and shuffle board.

Little Mountain

Little Mountain located down the golf course road in L'Anse is another great tourist attraction. A few other places to check out include: Slate Falls (Arvon township), East&West branch of the Huron River, Silver Falls, and many of the waterfalls on the Falls river.

Marilyn Ross Memorial Basketball Court

Located on Superior Ave.

Mount Arvon

Mount Arvon is the highest point in Michigan, standing 1,979 feet above sea level. Mt. Arvon is located 12 miles East of L'Anse. If you enjoy hiking in the mountains then Mt. Arvon is definitely one to climb. However, in the winter and spring the road will be closed due to snow or mud, making it difficult for vehicles to get in and out. Climbing Mt. Arvon is no walk in the park, you can easily get lost in the woods.

Silver Mountain

Silver Mountain is also another great place to view the fall colors and get a work out at the same time.

Sturgeon River Gorge

The Sturgeon River Gorge is a beautiful sight in the fall with all the fall colors changing. You will see the beautiful 25 foot waterfall within the 14,139 acres of wilderness. You can also see a vast amount of wildlife along the terrain. Whitetail deer, bald eagles, snowshoe hare, beavers, otters, and many more inhabit the land. Not only do you get a great view of waterfall but wildlife as well.

Veteran Memorial Park

The Veteran Memorial Park is located at the Baraga Cemetery on highway US 41.

Walking Trail

2.5 mile non-motorized walking trail from Ojibwa Campground to Baraga State Park. 1.3 miles from Ojibwa Campground to Baraga marina along the beautiful shores of Lake Superior. Newly completed 1.2 miles from Baraga Marina to the Baraga State Park.

Camping

Baraga State Park

US 41 Baraga (906) 353-6558

Ojibwa Campground and Recreation

Complex

US 41, Baraga

Lodging

Whether you enjoy staying at a hotel, a cabin, or a suite, Baraga has something for everyone.

Baraga Lakeside Inn

900 US 41 Baraga 906-353-7123

Ojibwa Casino Resort

M-38 & Beartown Road, Baraga 906-353-6333

Waterstone Suites

17579 Menge Creek Road 906-524-2323

Carla's Lakeshore Motel

14258 US 41, Baraga 906-353-6256 If you are looking to purchase land or a house in the area you should check out UP North Realty.