Copper Country Trail
Delaware Copper Mine, MI
One of the earliest copper mines in the area, the Delaware Copper Mine operated from 1847 to 1887 and extracted approximately 8 million pounds of copper from the site. The mine has been preserved as it was when it closed its doors. Opened in 1977 the Delaware Copper Mine Tour is one of the area's longest established tourist attractions.
Quick Facts
- Location:
7804 Delaware Mine Road, Delaware. On U.S. 41, 12 miles south of Copper Harbor.
- N 47.422° W 88.099° [?]
- Hours of Operation:
Self-Guided Tours - May, June, Sept. and Oct.: 10:00 - 5:00. Guided Tours - July & Aug.: 10:00 - 6:00 (last tour at 5:15).
Local Information
- Delaware Copper Mine:
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