During the quiet months in late fall and early spring, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula feels even more spacious and relaxing. Traffic thins, parking is easy and you can listen to nature without the distraction of crowds. These seasons are about unhurried quiet time, having places to yourself and letting…
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There’s a three-peat in the making and we need your help to flood the voting box. For the third consecutive year, our “Big Snow Country” paradise is in the running for the No. 1 spot in USA TODAY’s Readers’ Choice 10Best “Best Destination for Snow.” It’s a tough competition among 20 of the nation’s…
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When daylight fades across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the landscape doesn’t go to sleep — it transforms. As the first stars appear and the air cools, most people head for home. For those who stay, experiencing the U.P. after sunset reveals another side of the region and offers the perfect…
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Every fall and winter, photos and videos of surfers riding the waves on the Great Lakes capture headlines, go viral on social media and appear on national TV. What grabs attention isn’t just the size of the swells but the sight of surfers braving freezing temperatures, often sporting dramatic “ice…
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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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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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Ah, the Upper Peninsula — a wild, heavily forested land where the trees whisper secrets and the ground hides mysteries. If you think you’ve seen it all, think again. The U.P.’s forests are filled with strange sights that will leave you scratching your head. From interesting animal markings to…
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The U.P. has claimed a top spot in USA TODAY's 10Best Golf Destinations. This prestigious recognition shines a spotlight on the Upper Peninsula’s unique place in the world of golf. The full list of winners for the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Golf Destinations contest was as follows: BOYNE Golf Lake of…
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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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