Michigan's Upper Peninsula
In the heart of the Rock River Canyon Wilderness in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is Rock River Falls, a five-meter waterfall surrounded by forests and glacier-shaped landscapes. This region preserves traces of Algonquian-speaking indigenous peoples, French and British explorers, and later Finnish, Swedish, and French-Canadian immigrants who arrived in the 19th century with mining and logging.
Today, only about 3% of Michigan's population lives here, providing a peace of mind that's hard to find. To discover the waterfall, you have to walk a path of moderate difficulty, shaded by pines and maples, with ferns and wildflowers. During the hike, it is possible to observe red squirrels, white-tailed deer, and listen to the songs of loons or the pounding of woodpeckers in the Hiawatha National Forest.
Although it may seem far away, the landscape is reminiscent of northern Spain, with its lush forests and cool climate, but in a much broader and more remote environment. Rock River Falls is a perfect destination for those seeking nature, history, and outdoor adventures.
