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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Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is in the running again for being the best of the best in the U.S. — this time it is in USA TODAY’s Reader’s Choice for the 10Best State Parks. The Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is vying with 20 nominees from across the country for the top spot. Now you have an…
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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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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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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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The Lake Superior Circle Tour is one of the world’s most epic road trips, looping around the largest freshwater lake on Earth. Starting and ending in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, this journey covers 1,300 miles (2,902 km) of jaw-dropping scenery. Visit natural wonders, historic landmarks and…
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Your Guide to the Best Activities Near Michigan Tech, Northern Michigan and Lake Superior State Universities Exploring colleges in the Upper Peninsula? It’s the perfect time to discover all the fun waiting for students and visiting family and friends — on and off campus. From outdoor adventures to…
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Ready to embark on the best road trip in Michigan? The Upper Peninsula invites you to drive to its waterfalls, pristine Great Lakes beaches, historical forts, mines and engineering feats, awe-inspiring national and state parks and the most peaceful trails you will ever traverse. What you will…
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