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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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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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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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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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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Snowshoeing in Presque Isle Park This park in Marquette juts out into Lake Superior and offers some of the best scenery in the area. During the winter, the roads through Presque Isle Park are closed, making it the perfect time to traverse the park on foot. Bring some snowshoes and start exploring…
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Craving the thrill of powdery slopes? Michigan’s Upper Peninsula delivers pure bliss in this legendary Big Snow Country of the Midwest. With an amazing average of 200 to 300 inches of snowfall each winter, this is a fresh powder paradise. No wonder USA Today readers keep voting for the U.P. as the…
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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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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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