Kewadin Casinos Advances Major Upgrade Initiative Across Upper Peninsula Sites
The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians operates Kewadin Casinos and has announced the next phase of its multiyear renovation program that spans all five properties in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and involves hotel room renovations along with new or improved RV parks featuring full hookups plus bar restaurant and deli upgrades while the flagship location in Sault Ste. Marie receives a waterpark and sports bar addition with construction scheduled to start in summer and fall 2026 and continue through 2027.
Scope of the Current Renovation Phase
Reports indicate that this latest stage builds on prior investments and targets enhancements designed to broaden family appeal and strengthen regional draw for visitors from across the Midwest and beyond with work distributed among locations in Sault Ste. Marie St. Ignace Christmas Hessel and Manistique.
Hotel room renovations form a core element at multiple sites and include updates to furnishings fixtures and amenities while RV park improvements add or expand sites equipped with full hookups for water electric and sewer connections according to details shared in the announcement.
Flagship Location Receives Signature Additions
At the Sault Ste. Marie property the program introduces a waterpark facility alongside a new sports bar that together create dedicated spaces for leisure and entertainment and these elements stand out as the most substantial additions within the current phase.
Bar restaurant and deli upgrades appear across the portfolio with refreshed interiors expanded menus and modern service areas intended to complement the gaming and lodging offerings already in place.
Timeline and Project Execution
Work is set to begin during summer and fall 2026 with phased completion extending into 2027 allowing each property to maintain operations while construction proceeds in targeted sections and this staggered approach minimizes disruption for guests and staff alike.
The multiyear nature of the overall program means additional phases may follow although the current announcement focuses specifically on the items listed for the 2026 through 2027 window.
Background on Operator and Properties
The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians runs the five Kewadin Casinos locations as part of its economic development efforts in the Upper Peninsula and these facilities serve both local residents and tourists drawn to the region's natural attractions and gaming options.
According to coverage in the Mining Journal the tribe continues to invest in infrastructure that supports tourism growth while the World Casino Directory notes the emphasis on family oriented amenities as a key driver behind the latest round of projects.
Conclusion
This announcement outlines concrete steps that Kewadin Casinos will take between 2026 and 2027 to refresh its five Upper Peninsula properties through targeted renovations and new attractions at the flagship site and the program remains part of an ongoing multiyear effort managed by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.