On May 13, 1968 Superior Development was found in default, and Circuit Judge Stephen D. Condon ruled that they were to forfeit all rights, title, and interest in the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge premises and Keweenaw County resumed ownership. They needed a monetary advance, and had to resolve several liens before opening for the 1968 season. The lodge showed a $10, 648 loss that season.
Motel Addition
U.P. Engineers and Architects designed the motel addition. Construction began with Arend Builders Inc., and was constructed adjacent to what had been the swimming pool that was built back in the 60’s by Superior Development. During construction of that pool, the soil was not compacted properly. As a result, during frost heaving…
Keweenaw County Resumes Operations (again)
Open During the 2009-10 & 2010-11 Winter Seasons (for 2 Seasons)
The Keweenaw County opened up the Lodge for 2 winter seasons, in 2009-2010 and 2010-20211, as part of the requirements of a grant they received from the Department of Ag – Rural Development and the Economic Development Corporation.
The Keweenaw Mountain Lodge Story Written (book) by Paul LaVanway
Frisbee Golf Course Constructed
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Designated a Michigan State Historic Site
10 Cabins (Cottages) finished
Cabin (Cottage) construction begins
The initial cabins were built — called “cottages” at the time. These initial cabins are the 13 cabins on the golf-course side, adjacent of hole 1. The Cottages project was championed by Wesley “Cy” Clark.