Golden Morning
Upper Falls
Tahquamenon Falls State Park
Paradise, Michigan
Upper Tahquamenon Falls is a stunning natural wonder in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Often called the "Niagara of the Midwest," this majestic waterfall spans 200 feet wide and cascades nearly 50 feet into the river below. The falls are renowned for their rich amber color, resulting from tannins leached from the surrounding cedar, spruce, and hemlock trees. This unique hue gives the water a golden-brown tint, especially striking against the lush green forest that envelops the area.