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M-123: Newberry to Paradise, Tahquamenon Falls, Michigan
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Drives Michigan Michigan's Upper Peninsula

M-123: Newberry to Paradise

M 123, Falls Road · Newberry → Paradise

Leisurely35 mi40 min400 ft climbHigh point ≈ 900 ftOne way
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The drive

M-123 north from Newberry is called Newberry Avenue in the village and Falls Road in Luce County. It runs northeast to Tahquamenon Falls State Park, which covers 46,179 acres, then on to Paradise on Whitefish Bay. M-123 is the park's only paved road.

The Upper Falls is a single 50-foot drop. In 2007 MDOT extended the Tahquamenon Scenic Heritage Route to cover the entire highway north of M-28, citing its outstanding natural beauty. Whitefish Point Road branches north from Paradise toward the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum at Whitefish Point.

The drive is 35.4 miles and takes about 40 minutes.

Along the way

  1. Newberry
  2. Upper Falls
  3. Paradise
Elevation
400 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 900 ft
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Curves
Mostly gentle curves
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Good to know

  • North of M-28, the highway is also part of the Lake Superior Circle Tour.
  • The park receives as many as 500,000 visitors per year.
  • For current closures, use MiDrive.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check MDOT MiDrive.

Questions about this drive

How long does M-123 from Newberry to Paradise take?

M-123 from Newberry to Paradise is 35.4 miles and takes about 40 minutes.

How tall is the Upper Tahquamenon Falls?

The Upper Falls is a single 50-foot drop.

How do you get to Whitefish Point from Paradise?

Whitefish Point Road branches north from M-123 at Paradise toward the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum at Whitefish Point.

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