Agates can be found on many of the rocky beaches of Keweenaw's north shore. The Keweenaw has long been famous for its annual crop of wild berries. Be sure to take the time to sample one of the several varieties that grow along the roads, streams and wooded paths of our peninsula. Weather conditions play an important part in determining the berry season, so no specific timetable can be given as to when to pick what. However, berries usually begin to ripen in late June and continue through August.
Strawberries are first and can be found in open sunny areas and along roadsides.
Thimbleberries are most often found along roadsides, old railroad grades and open areas. Red and black raspberries are found along logging roads and in small clearings. Blueberries, both high and low bush, are found on rocky ridges and open sandy plains. Whether you pick your own or buy one of the many wild berry products available, a visit to the Keweenaw would not be complete without sampling some of nature's bounty. Remember, wildlife is just that, WILD, so please use caution and common sense when you encounter any animal.