Drummond Island Township

Drummond Island Township consists of all of Drummond Island – an 83,000-acre haven of forests, inland lakes, and diverse habitat. It is located off the eastern tip of the Upper Peninsula and is named after Gordon Drummond – the first Canadian-born officer to command the military and civil government of British Canada. It is the second-largest freshwater island in the United States and covers 129 square miles of land and 120 square miles of water. A rugged shoreline and 36 inland lakes contribute to the island’s unique stature.

Tourism is Drummond Island Township’s largest industry. The large trail system for off-road vehicles, endless hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing trails, two golf courses, and an abundance of fishing lodges and resorts are directly related to the township’s economy. Additionally, the Carmeuse Dolomite Quarry provides jobs in the production of high-purity limestone suitable for steel production and crushed limestone aggregate for asphalt, ready mix, and roadways. More than a million and a half tons of dolomite are shipped from Drummond Island each year.