Explore Chippewa County
Sault Ste. Marie, the county seat, anchors Chippewa County on the St. Marys River at the eastern end of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Discover the communities, local businesses, outdoor adventures, restaurants, events, and hidden gems that make Chippewa County unique.
Communities
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Sault Ste. Marie, the county seat and Michigan’s oldest city, is home to the Soo Locks, where freighters pass between Lake Superior and the lower Great Lakes. Paradise sits near Whitefish Point on Lake Superior, Brimley and Kincheloe lie to the west along the lakeshore, and De Tour Village rests at the eastern tip of the Upper Peninsula on the St. Marys River.
Discover Chippewa County
🍽️ Restaurants
From Sault Ste. Marie’s downtown dining to small-town favorites in Paradise and De Tour Village, find local dining favorites throughout the county.
🏨 Lodging
Hotels, motels, cabins, and campgrounds from the Soo to the Lake Superior shoreline.
🌲 Outdoor Recreation
Watch freighters lock through at the Soo Locks, visit Whitefish Point near Paradise, fish the St. Marys River, and explore Lake Superior beaches and forests.
🛍️ Local Businesses
Shop local and support the shops and services of Sault Ste. Marie, Kincheloe, Brimley, Paradise, and De Tour Village.
📅 Events
Seasonal festivals, community celebrations, and events throughout the year.
⭐ Hidden Gems
Discover places that locals love, from quiet Lake Superior beaches to scenic St. Marys River overlooks.
Featured Communities
From Sault Ste. Marie’s Soo Locks to Paradise near Whitefish Point, Brimley and Kincheloe along the lakeshore, and De Tour Village at the eastern tip, each community offers its own eastern Upper Peninsula character.
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