Upper Peninsula, MI

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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

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! 
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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 NT$2,396 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$2,396
per night
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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! (1,082 reviews)
Clean and quiet!

Reviewed on 2026/2/23

Kewadin Casinos Sault Ste. Marie Hotel
AmericInn by Wyndham Wetmore Munising

AmericInn by Wyndham Wetmore Munising

2 out of 5
E9926 State Hwy. M-28 East Munising MI
The price is NT$3,636 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
NT$3,636
per night
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Munising. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
AmericInn by Wyndham Wetmore Munising
Landmark Inn

Landmark Inn

3.5 out of 5
230 N Front St Marquette MI
The price is NT$3,700 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
NT$3,700
per night
Mar 10 - Mar 11
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! (1,000 reviews)
Great location, comfy beds. Starting to look worn in spots. Atmosphere of the old hotel was very cool though

Reviewed on 2026/2/18

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 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 2025/11/22

Keweenaw Waters Resort
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 stay was a disaster. The map pin is completely wrong — the cabin is 3.5 miles from Munising, not on the water, and not even in city limits. It sits on a busy highway with constant semi-truck traffic and engine braking, making it impossible to sleep. A white noise machine was provided but not ...

Reviewed on 2025/11/22

EXPLORE Munising Alger Falls
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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