Upper Peninsula Travel Guide

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Tahquamenon Falls State Park Paradise Upper Peninsula Michigan
Tahquamenon Falls State Park Paradise Upper Peninsula Michigan
Kitch-iti-kipi aka Big Springs, Upper Peninsula, Michigan; Shutterstock ID 1255762936; purchase_order: SP-2650; Order: Michigan Spotlight Article + Listicle pages; client: Katerina Thomas
Yes, the water really is this color. The largest spring in Michigan with over 10,000 gallons per minute gushing from fissures in the limestone. At its deepest the water is 40 feet deep and averages 42 degrees year round.
This place is amazing with five different waterfalls to see.
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Where to stay in Upper Peninsula

Presque Isle State Park in winter in Marquette, Michigan

Central Marquette

When in Central Marquette, you can plan a visit to Marquette Regional History Center and Upper Peninsula Children's Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Central Marquette
My favorite picture. I woke up at 4am to catch the epic contrast of the pink sunrise and leftover blue hour. I am a student in Marquette and I am stuck between staying in University and pursuing travel photography. This trip would give me the confidence and help me build my portfolio so I am able to make my decision! Thanks for reading Brendan! 
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East Side

While visiting East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Superior and McCarty Cove.

East Side
Marquette Michigan Downtown Waterfront District. Iron ore docks and Lake Superior shore of the downtown waterfront district of Marquette Michigan.

Downtown

While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Lake Superior.

Downtown
Landscape in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on Lake Superior in Michigan, USA

Trowbridge Park

Some popular features of Trowbridge Park include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Superior Dome or Upper Peninsula Children's Museum are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Trowbridge Park
Winter in Michigan.

The Upper Peninsula is a forested region in Michigan bordering 3 of the Great Lakes and extending outward from Wisconsin. It’s connected to Michigan’s Lower Peninsula by the roughly 5-miles-long Mackinac Bridge, which spans the Straits of Mackinac. Sandwiched between the 2 peninsulas is Mackinac Island, a car-free vacation destination with the iconic 1887 Grand Hotel and the Victorian-era Fort Mackinac.

Founders Landing

While Founders Landing may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Regional History Center.

Founders Landing
Lake of the clouds panorama Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Michigan view from the east looking west

Harvey

Visitors to Harvey enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Lake Superior is worth a stop.

Harvey
Kewadin Casinos Sault Ste. Marie Hotel

Kewadin Casinos Sault Ste. Marie Hotel

3 out of 5
2186 Shunk Rd Sault Ste. Marie MI
The price is Rp1.476.664 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.476.664
Rp1.727.783 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sault Ste. Marie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,079 reviews)
Property is wonderful, Staff is super friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Kewadin Casinos Sault Ste. Marie Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette by IHG

3.5 out of 5
2472 US Highway 41 W Marquette MI
The price is Rp1.632.316 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.632.316
Rp1.828.194 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marquette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The room was clean and the staff was friendly. Had a good breakfast to start the day.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette by IHG
Landmark Inn

Landmark Inn

3.5 out of 5
230 N Front St Marquette MI
The price is Rp1.983.266 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
Rp1.983.266
Rp2.221.259 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Marquette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
rooms clean, staff courteous, impeccable atmosphere

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Landmark Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Keweenaw Waters Resort

Keweenaw Waters Resort

3 out of 5
17800 Houghton Canal Rd Houghton MI
Stay at this cabin in Houghton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Popular attractions The trail to Copper Harbor and Mine Shaft are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
Beautiful place with incredible view. Management made sure we were comfortable and happy. Kitchen came in handy. Less then 5 minutes to MI Tech

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Keweenaw Waters Resort
EXPLORE Munising Alger Falls

EXPLORE Munising Alger Falls

3 out of 5
E9026 M-28 Munising MI
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Munising. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hiking/biking on-site. Popular attractions Munising Falls and Grand Island are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (89 reviews)
This was a last minute weekend in Oct stay! I am so glad we found EXPLORE and they had availability!! We stayed in a studio cabin. We did not use any of the provided appliances so I cannot comment on those. Place was clean! Comfortable! Shower was perfect after a long day or two of hikes! There are ...

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

EXPLORE Munising Alger Falls
Expedition Inn

Expedition Inn

3 out of 5
24631 Veterans Memorial Hwy Calumet MI
Stay at this ski cottage in Calumet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and ski-in/ski-out access. Popular attractions Calumet Theatre and Italian Hall Historical ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Clean room snow was plowed

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Expedition Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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