Upper Peninsula

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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. #greatoutdoors #michigan #waterfalls #autumn #fallcolors

Where to stay in Upper Peninsula

Presque Isle State Park in winter in Marquette, Michigan

Central Marquette

Central Marquette might not have many top sights, but Marquette Regional History Center and Upper Peninsula Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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! #BvSCrete

East Side

If you're spending some time in East Side, Lake Superior and McCarty Cove are top sights worth seeing.

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

If you're spending time in Trowbridge Park, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Superior Dome or Upper Peninsula Children's Museum.

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 isn't home to many top sights, Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Regional History Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 P5,112 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
P5,112
P5,981 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sault Ste. Marie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,077 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on Feb 6, 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 P5,636 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
P5,636
P6,313 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marquette. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 1, 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 P6,865 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P6,865
P7,689 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Marquette. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
rooms clean, staff courteous, impeccable atmosphere

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Landmark Inn
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Keweenaw Waters Resort

Keweenaw Waters Resort

3 out of 5
17800 Houghton Canal Rd Houghton MI
Stay at this cabin in Houghton. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Nov 22, 2025

Keweenaw Waters Resort
Expedition Inn

Expedition Inn

3 out of 5
24631 Veterans Memorial Hwy Calumet MI
Book a stay at this ski cottage in Calumet. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Feb 9, 2026

Expedition Inn
EXPLORE Munising Alger Falls

EXPLORE Munising Alger Falls

3 out of 5
E9026 M-28 Munising MI
Stay at this cabin in Munising. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Oct 19, 2025

EXPLORE Munising Alger Falls
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Popular places to visit

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore showing rugged coastline and general coastal views

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Observe picturesque cliffs, shoreline, waterfalls and beaches at this secluded area along Upper Michigan’s Lake Superior coastline.

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Colors of fall at Agawa Canyon, Canada

Agawa Canyon Tour Trains

Enjoy an outing to Agawa Canyon Tour Trains during your stay in Sault Ste. Marie. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.

Agawa Canyon Tour Trains
Sunset over Sault Locks

Soo Locks

You can find out about the history of Sault Ste. Marie with a trip to Soo Locks. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Soo Locks
Michigan Technological College Houghton

Michigan Technological University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Michigan Technological University, during your trip to Houghton. Discover the coffeehouses in this walkable area, or seek out the ski slopes.

Michigan Technological University
Isle Royale National Park which includes general coastal views, boating and a sunset

Isle Royale National Park

Michigan’s only national park is a car-free wilderness in the middle of Lake Superior. Hike, kayak, observe wildlife and enjoy tranquil moments.

Isle Royale National Park
Beautiful autumn panorama from Mount Marquette area looking towards the bay on Lake Superior - Michigan Upper Peninsula

Marquette Mountain

Hit the slopes in Marquette with a visit to Marquette Mountain. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Marquette Mountain
Painted sky on a cozy winter evening

Iron Mountain

Marquette which includes general coastal views and a sunset as well as a small group of people

Marquette

Soo Locks in the upper peninsula of Michigan as seen from a boat

Sault Ste. Marie

Dedication to the logging industry at Marinette County Historical Museum Marinette Wisconsin WI

Marinette