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Area Status: Open
Located just 11 1/2 miles northwest of Bessemer, Mi. these waterfalls can be accessed by a 3/4 mile hiking trail from a paved parking lot. The hiking trail drops steadily as you near the riverbank. At the falls, the river seperates into two sections, falling 40-feet around an island of conglomerate rock, which gives the falls its name. Old growth hemlock and hardwoods add to the natural beauty of the area.
Gorge Falls and Potawatomi Falls can be accessed by hiking the North Country National Scenic Trail from the Congolmerate Falls overlook northward (downstream). It is a moderate hike 1/2 mile in length.
At a Glance
| Area Amenities: |
Interpretive Site,Parking |
| Fees |
No Fee |
| Open Season: |
January - December |
| Usage: |
Medium-Heavy |
| Best Season: |
May-October |
| Busiest Season: |
May-October |
| Closest Towns: |
Bessemer Michigan is 11 1/2 miles to the southeast. |
| Water: |
No |
| Restroom: |
No |
| Operated By: |
Ottawa National Forest, Bessemer Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:
From Ironwood Mi., travel east on US 2 to Powderhorn Road, turn left onto Powderhorn Road and travel approximately 3 miles to CR 513, turn left onto CR 513 and travel approximately 8 1/2 miles to the Conglomerate Falls parking lot on FR 108.
Accessibility:
Conglomerate Falls is accessible by a 3/4 mile hiking traill leading from the paved parking lot to a viewing platform.
Parking:
The parking lot is clearly marked by a sign and has a paved parking lot.
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