Far upstream from the well-known Silver River Falls off of M-28 the water carves a deep gorge in the Keweenaw's conglomerate ridge to create multiple drops and rapids. Two of the more impressive drops are located furthest upstream, each creating a deep scenic pool below them, although there are plenty of other tall ones along the river below.
Directions
Drive east from Eagle Harbor along M-28 for 4.2 miles. Right before the Brockway Mountain Drive's west entrance the highway crosses a bridge marked with 'Silver River'. Park off the shoulder here and head south, up the river. Once the gorge starts it will be easiest to wade up the creek as opposed to scaling up and down the walls to view the individual drops.
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Jacob P Emerick
May 14, '16
Hi Pam, these are indeed tough! I sure hoped you did it on a hot day - they seem perfect for a summer wade.
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