Drummond Island & Soo Locks | Tahquamenon Falls State Park | Whitefish Point | Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore | Lake Michigan Dunes | Western Waterfalls | Keweenaw Peninsula There’s no better destination in the Midwest to twist your throttle in the summer than Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (U.P.)…
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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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Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country (a 223% surge overall since 2013) — and now ranks among the top 10 fastest-growing sports globally! If you’re one of the 50 million pickleball players in the U.S.A., you likely want to swing your paddle any chance you get. So, when…
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Reach these U.P. waterfalls on foot in 15 minutes or less Eastern U.P. waterfalls | Central U.P. waterfalls | Western U.P. waterfalls When you are in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, you are never a far drive to 300+ waterfalls. While you can spend upwards of 45 minutes hiking to some from where you…
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The Upper Peninsula’s vastness is itself an attraction. While getting literally lost in the woods may appeal to some, it’s better that feeling features a more figurative lean . With more than 16,000 square miles of land, it’s a destination best tackled with a comprehensive plan. Its outdoor…
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Looking for a memorable escape without exceeding your vacation budget? Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is an ideal destination for budget-conscious travelers. Here, you can immerse yourself in breathtaking natural landscapes, dive into fascinating local history and enjoy outdoor adventures — all without…
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Help Shape What’s Next on the World Stage, No Skis Required Ski jumping starts at the top of the tower with unnerving speed. Skis slice through the snow-covered inrun. A bone-chilling wind presses hard. There’s no room for hesitation. Then the ramp edge disappears and for a few breath-stopping…
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Michigan’s Upper Peninsula was just named the #1 Golf Destination in the United States by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Voted on by travelers and backed by expert nominations, this recognition confirms what golfers who’ve played here have known all along: the U.P. delivers an…
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In Sault Ste. Marie, where Lake Superior meets the lower Great Lakes, sits one of the most important pieces of infrastructure in North America: the Soo Locks. For tourists and locals alike, it’s a must-see destination where massive freighters rise and fall between water levels. But beyond the view…
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The Upper Peninsula is home to 300+ waterfalls, but five stand out as true hands-on adventures. These spots bring you so close you can feel the mist, walk behind the cascading curtain of water or plunge into the cool pool at its base. These are waterfalling adventures you won’t forget! Please…
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