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Slate River Falls

Michigan

About

Slate River Falls is a waterfall in Baraga County, Michigan, sitting at about 730 feet. The nearest town is Skanee, about 4 miles away. Summer is the most comfortable time to visit. Typical averages from the nearby Jacobsville weather station run to highs around 77°F in July, with lows near 51°F. Winter is cold, with January highs averaging about 24°F. The surrounding area offers both skiing and paddling. Popsicle Loop and Core Loop are cross-country ski routes within about 7 miles. The Silver River, a canoeing spot, is about 8 miles away.

Waterfall Facts

Elevation

730 ft

Elevation from USGS 3D Elevation Program terrain data (about 10 m resolution).

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Location

Slate River Falls

Michigan

Name and location: U.S. Geological Survey, Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Elevation: USGS 3D Elevation Program. View the GNIS record.

Facts about this place

When to go

Best time to go: May–Sep. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 60–77°F and lows of 36–51°F.

Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Jacobsville, MI weather station, 15 mi away. High / low in °F.

  1. Jan24° high9° low
  2. Feb25° high9° low
  3. Mar34° high13° low
  4. Apr46° high26° low
  5. May60° high36° low
  6. Jun70° high45° low
  7. Jul77° high51° low
  8. Aug75° high50° low
  9. Sep67° high44° low
  10. Oct53° high35° low
  11. Nov39° high25° low
  12. Dec29° high15° low

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020

Where it is

Nearest town
Skanee, Michigan · 3.9 mi

Source: USGS GNIS populated places

Nearby

Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)