For the first time (except for David) we got to see Tahquamenon Falls. I think if I got to name it, I'd call it Rootbeer Falls just because of the color. :) But it was quite a sight. For Michigan it is quite a high waterfall. It was beautiful...just like the rest of the Upper Peninsula.
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Beautiful! We are wondering what gives the water its color.... I have to agree with you on the name, though. :)
Sheila, Here is the answer about the color of Tahquamenon Falls: The amber color of the water is not rust nor is it muddiness. It is caused by tannin leached from the Cedar, Spruce and Hemlock in the swamps drained by the river. The extremely soft water churned by the action of the falls causes the extensive amounts of foam which has been the trademark of the Tahquamenon since the days of the voyageurs.
Very cool! Thanks for taking the time to answer our question, Amy. :)
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