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

A father and son at the beach near the Marquette Harbor Lighthouse, located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Stories across the U.P.

Two women overlooking Canyon Falls, located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Michigan's Waterfalls in Spring: A Guide to the Waterfalls of the U.P.

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As the snow and ice melt each spring and April’s rains roll in, Michigan’s waterfalls… Read More

A man taking a photo of a mushroom on a hike in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

20 Natural Mysteries in U.P. Forests

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Ah, the Upper Peninsula — a wild, heavily forested land where the trees whisper secrets and… Read More

Greywalls Golf Course, located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Michigan's Upper Peninsula is One of the Top Five Golf Destinations in the U.S.

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The U.P. has claimed a top spot in USA TODAY's 10Best Golf Destinations. This prestigious… Read More

Upcoming Events

Apr 21

Run for the Trees Happy Little (Virtual) 5K

Apr 22

NMU Choral Concert

Apr 23

Marquette Regional History Center presents: A Community Under the Stars: 60 Years of Shiras Planetarium

Marquette Regional History Center

Apr 23

NMU Orchestra Concert

Northern Michigan University

Apr 24

Upper Peninsula Dark Sky Festival

Keweenaw Mountain Lodge

Apr 25

Michigan Tech University Graduate Commencement

Michigan Technological University

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!