Newberry combines trails in town with nearby nature destinations and a tangible local history. The community is the last one you pass on the way to Tahquamenon Falls; at the same time, the Canada Lakes Pathway is right in Newberry. When choosing where to stay, it helps to distinguish between places in the community and destinations outside it.
Trails and Routes of Different Lengths
The 8.9-mile Canada Lakes Pathway is on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in Newberry and runs through dense forests and wildflowers. Trail 45, also called the Charcoal Grade Trail, is a 44-mile multi-use trail from Newberry to Paradise. At nearly five times the length of the Canada Lakes Pathway, it also extends to Paradise, while the shorter trail is in Newberry. The two routes therefore differ both in length and in where they go.
Newberry is designated a Pure Michigan TrailTown. Fishing is also an activity visitors can enjoy in Newberry.
Waterfalls and Nearby Nature Destinations
Tahquamenon Falls State Park is 27 miles north of Newberry. It offers more than 35 miles of hiking trails and viewpoints at the Upper and Lower Falls. Visitors focused on the waterfalls will find viewpoints at both falls; the park also has an extensive trail network.
Seney National Wildlife Refuge is 32 miles from Newberry. It has a visitor center, nature trails, driving loops, guided seasonal tours, and nature programs. Compared with the state park’s hiking trails and viewpoints, the refuge also offers driving loops and organized activities. If a guided tour is important to your plans, check the schedule in advance: tours are seasonal.
Local History and Food
The Luce County Historical Museum is housed in a former sheriff’s residence and jail. You’ll find it at 411 West Harrie Street in Newberry. Its former use gives the museum a tangible connection to local history and sets it apart from the nearby nature destinations.
The Tahquamenon Logging Museum is one mile north of Newberry. It offers a walk along a waterfront boardwalk and a nature trail. An authentic Cook Shack also prepares and serves a Lumberjack Breakfast over a wood stove. Here, a waterside walk and a dining option come together in one place, complementing the hiking trails and nature programs with a cultural and culinary focus.
When looking for a place to stay in Newberry, it helps to distinguish between experiences in the community and destinations outside it. The Canada Lakes Pathway and the Luce County Historical Museum are in town; the waterfalls, refuge, and logging museum are in the surrounding area. That way, you can choose where to stay based on the outings that will actually be central to your visit.
For the broader travel overview: Luce County.
