As you cross the Wisconsin border into the far-western edge of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, you arrive in Ironwood. This is a tough-to-top base camp for thrilling adventures, freedom from life’s stresses and the peace of total relaxation. Here’s a list of day trip destinations within a three-hour…
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Are you wishing to break free from your daily routines? To get out to see and try new things? Ignite your curiosity or wander off the well-worn path of your life? Plan the best summer vacation ever in the Upper Peninsula. With this guide to Free Things to Do in the U.P., your world will take a…
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Ready to embark on the best road trip in Michigan? The Upper Peninsula invites you to drive to its waterfalls, pristine Great Lakes beaches, historical forts, mines and engineering feats, awe-inspiring national and state parks and the most peaceful trails you will ever traverse. What you will…
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Welcome to Michigan's Upper Peninsula — home to 45 of the most historic and picturesque lighthouses in the United States! This itinerary takes you to the “sentinels of the shore” on Lake Superior, Lake Michigan and Lake Huron and adventures into the wilderness and towns in their shadows. Go all five…
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The Mackinac Bridge, the iconic five-mile gateway between Michigan’s Lower and Upper Peninsulas, is the perfect starting point for unforgettable day trips. The second you cross this engineering marvel into St. Ignace, you will feel a burning desire to explore. Here are five fantastic day trips, all…
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Eastern U.P. | Central U.P. | Western U.P Are you planning a trip to the Upper Peninsula over the Fourth of July holiday? Wherever you stay between June 24 and July 9, there are celebrations near you from Drummond Island to Bessemer. Wave your USA flags at parades, play games, picnic on the beach…
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When it comes to going on a summer vacation, some like places where it’s blazing hot outside. Others, not so much. If you prefer milder summer temperatures and exploring without sweating buckets, then make a cool getaway to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It’s the ultimate Cool-Cation destination. For…
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Traveling to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula often means driving from one popular destination to the next. It’s easy to get hungry in between, and while we could eat pasties and fudge all day, you may be looking for other options. Skip the gas station snack selections! Stop by the top farmers markets…
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Kids and teens are natural explorers, yet your daily routines can squelch their desire to discover, understand and try more. That is why family vacations are so important. It breaks you out of your routines and no place will instill your young explorers with wonder like the Upper Peninsula. Whether…
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The Upper Peninsula is the only land mass in the world with shores on three of the greatest freshwater lakes — Lake Michigan, Lake Huron and Lake Superior. Whether you’re a resident or an adventurous traveler, these three lakes are calling you to explore their wonders. Besides these Great Lakes, the…
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