"2024's Top Northern Lights Destinations: From the U.P. to Toronto Skies"
The year 2024 is expected to be an excellent time for viewing the Northern Lights in Michigan's Upper Peninsula due to the solar maximum. The Keweenaw Peninsula, being the northernmost point in Michigan, offers the best chance to witness the aurora borealis with its low light pollution and north-facing Lake Superior shoreline. Five recommended spots for stargazing include McLain State Park, Calumet Waterworks Park, Fitzgerald’s Restaurant & Hotel, Great Sand Bay, Esrey Park, and the Keweenaw Dark Sky Park. These locations provide ideal conditions for observing the Northern Lights, with additional resources and workshops available at the Keweenaw Dark Sky Park.