Upper Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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#waterfalls
#autumn
#fallcolors

Where to stay in Upper Peninsula

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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

Downtown

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

Downtown
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
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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
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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 AU$153 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
AU$153
18 Jan - 19 Jan
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,067 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel staff was great.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 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 AU$163 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
AU$163
17 Jan - 18 Jan
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! (1,001 reviews)
The room was clean quiet and comfortable. I slept great after a long drive. Breakfast was nice although no coffee. I know there’s coffee in the room but I don’t use room coffee makers. Overall I was very satisfied and pleased to stay there. I will stay there again.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette by IHG
Cedar Motor Inn

Cedar Motor Inn

2 out of 5
2523 US Highway 41 W Marquette MI
Stay at this hotel in Marquette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,333 reviews)
Very helpful staff. Everything was as it should be.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Cedar Motor 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
Black River Retreat (Dog Friendly!)

Black River Retreat (Dog Friendly!)

Bessemer MI
Stay at this cabin in Bessemer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews)
Comfortable and clean as expected. We have been there before. Thankful that they allow our pets. We are respectful pet owners, no damage and we clean up after our pets.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Black River Retreat (Dog Friendly!)
Log Cabin Rental!  Quiet, Peaceful & Private Lakefront.  Dog Friendly!

Log Cabin Rental! Quiet, Peaceful & Private Lakefront. Dog Friendly!

Munising MI
Stay at this cabin in Munising. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Ready Lake and Hovey Lake are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (245 reviews)
We had everything we needed at the cabin. It was a comfortable stay with beautiful surroundings. It

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Log Cabin Rental! Quiet, Peaceful & Private Lakefront. Dog Friendly!
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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