What are some of the most amazing stories of the Upper Peninsula’s past? Who left the first footprints in this wild northern land? Braved the depths of the mines? Sailed the ferocious Great Lakes? Felled the towering pines? Lived in two giant pickle barrels? Our mineral-stained cliffs, century-old…
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Michigan’s Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park Claims Spot on USA TODAY’s 10Best List One of the Midwest’s most spectacular natural treasures earned national honors. Michigan’s Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, affectionately known as “the Porkies,” was recently voted one of the Top…
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Summer is a beautiful time to visit Michigan’s Upper Peninsula! While you’re planning your trip around which popular destinations you want to visit, check out our unique, popular events and traditions, too. Enhance your visit with a rodeo, fragrant flowers, car shows, music festivals and much more…
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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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Memorial Day Weekend in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is a powerful blend of reflection and recreation. Across the region, communities gather to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation with heartfelt ceremonies, decorated gravesites and moving tributes at local parades…
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The Upper Peninsula of Michigan offers an abundance of breathtaking natural scenery, diverse trails, cascading waterfalls and rich historical landmarks — and much of it you can experience without paying admission. With this guide, you can create the most affordable spring road trips ever! However…
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Are you fascinated by engineering marvels that solve seemingly impossible problems? The Upper Peninsula is home to several of the most amazing human-made solutions in the world. One is in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. The Soo Locks are among the most significant pieces of infrastructure in North…
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Tom Nemacheck, executive director of the Upper Peninsula Travel and Recreation Association, marks three decades of transforming U.P. tourism from printed guides to digital storytelling and social media buzz. Tom Nemacheck, executive director of the Upper Peninsula Travel and Recreation Association…
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As the snow and ice melt each spring and April’s rains roll in, Michigan’s waterfalls surge in a show of power and beauty. Nowhere is this more breathtaking than in the Upper Peninsula, home to more than 150 named waterfalls — and hundreds of unnamed ones. If you want to hear the thunder of water…
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What Does Slow Travel Mean in the Upper Peninsula? Life moves fast — often too fast. At home and work, life feels like a nonstop race from one obligation to the next. The noise, the pace, the stress — it’s often overwhelming, exhausting and way too routine. You deserve a break … not just a vacation…
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