Michigan's Wild & Wonderful Upper Peninsula

Awaken your adventurous spirit in the Upper Peninsula, a place where every corner invites exploration and wonder. Since 1911, the Upper Peninsula Travel & Recreation Association has been your guide to this awe-inspiring destination. Our mission is to spark your wanderlust and provide all the tools you need to plan an extraordinary getaway. Uncover the U.P.’s hidden treasures and embark on an unforgettable journey to one of our nation’s most stunning natural havens.

Find your Adventure

Discover the magic of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, where an ever-changing landscape and boundless beauty await those who dare to wander!

Start Your Journey

man inside a cavern looking a blue wall of ice stalactites

Stories across the U.P.

A couple standing on an ice formation on the shoreline of Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Valentine's Day Date Ideas in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

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With only a few weeks left until the day dedicated to lovers, you may be scrambling for inspiration… Read More

A boy exploring at Kitch-iti-kipi in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Memorable Spring Break Ideas

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Forget about going to the swampy and salty southern states this spring. Throw your swimsuits in your… Read More

Downhill skier flying between trees at Mount Bohemia, in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan USA

Best Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding Destinations

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Craving the thrill of powdery slopes? Michigan’s Upper Peninsula delivers pure bliss in this… Read More

Upcoming Events

Jan 30

Christmas in the Wizarding World

Pine Grove Country Club

Jan 30

NMU Theatre & Dance presents: Love is a Burning Thing - A Johnny Cash Ballet

Forest Roberts Theatre

Jan 30

Rapid River Relic Riders Ride, Snowmobile Show and Swap

Jan 31

Almost Sundae Cup Luge Race

Lucy Hill Naturbahn Luge

Jan 31

Fayette Historic State Park - Lantern-Lit Ski, Snowshoe, Hike

Fayette Historic State Park

Jan 31

Hiawatha Heritage Dog Sled Race

Explore the U.P.

The interactive map below highlights some of the most loved places in our three regions. Click a region, and it will jump you to favorite stops along our Great Lakes shorelines and into our untamed wilderness, history-making sites and fun-loving communities. Go exploring!