A popular scenic site in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula will be closed through the fall due to construction.
Agate Falls Scenic Site, located on the west side of the Upper Peninsula, is closed so crews can repair and improve the site’s trestle bridge.
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The scenic site is known for its picturesque views and activities -- including fishing, hiking and ORV riding.
Construction is expected to be completed by Nov. 1, 2026.
The closure will reroute an off-road vehicle trail that runs through the property off M-28 in Ontonagon County.
ORV reroute
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources rerouted a 4.6-mile section of ORV SB Route. Riders will need to travel on a detour totaling 18.6 miles until the scenic site reopens in November, weather permitting.
The reroute begins at Mile W, then continues to Calderwood Road, which becomes Bond Falls Road, until it reaches “LL” on the trail. Riders can view this reroute in more detail by visiting the DNR’s interactive ORV trail and route map.
“This reroute is a local ‘club route’ and is known as the CW,” said Carly Graff, western Upper Peninsula trails specialist for the DNR Parks and Recreation Division.