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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As the snow and ice melt each spring and April's rains come down, our rivers and waterfalls surge to life. This is the premier time of year to visit the Upper Peninsula’s 150 named falls (and hundreds of unnamed ones). Wherever you travel in this gorgeous wilderness, you are never far from hearing…
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With hundreds of waterfalls to choose from in the Upper Peninsula, you can view them in varied conditions all year long. But if you’re looking for activity — the roaring sound that makes you raise your voice a few decibels so you can be heard, the mist splashing back on your face — then you need to…
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Watching the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis shimmer and dance across the horizon is one of the most thrilling experiences in a lifetime. Many people, however, never see them because they think they must travel to Alaska, Canada, Finland, Norway or the North Pole. Yet, some of the best viewing is…
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All but one of Michigan’s incredible waterfalls exist above the Mackinac Bridge. A unique aspect is how each of the Upper Peninsula’s waterfalls takes on a new form as the seasons change. During the warmer, wetter days, the falls come roaring to life, but the colder season can freeze magnificent…
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When it comes to exploring Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, we mean it when we say the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re completing the Lake Superior Circle Tour, hoping to find new hiking trails or just looking to get outside as the weather gets warmer, adding some magnificent waterfalls to your…
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Michigan's Upper Peninsula is known for its year-round beauty but in the winter months its snowy landscapes rank No. 1 in the U.S.A. One of the most unique and breathtaking experiences in the U.P. is touring its ice caves. These natural formations near Lake Superior let you enter a magical world of…
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It’s no surprise that snowboarding is a popular sport in the Upper Peninsula — after all, the upper part of Michigan gets some of the best snow conditions each winter, with over 200 inches of fresh powder reported in certain areas. In fact, snowboarding was first developed in Muskegon, Michigan…
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You’ve heard the stories. Yes, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan does indeed get a whole lot of snow between December and March. However, we happen to have some of the best snow plowing crews in the world. This means your scenic stops are still possible come wintertime. So, hop in that car of yours…
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Offering some of the best conditions in the Midwest, skiers and snowboarders will want to add Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to their list of travel destinations. The U.P. is home to nine downhill ski and snowboard areas, ranging from small-town slopes to adventure-packed resorts. Come UP for a visit…
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