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
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
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Wetmore

4/5(95 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wetmore and surrounding area, you can visit Wagner Falls and Wetmore Lake.

Wetmore
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 ₩125,750 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
₩125,750
₩147,135 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
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! (1,079 reviews)
Clean room! Staff was very friendly and helpful. Hot tub was not very clean!

Reviewed on Jan 27, 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 ₩144,375 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
₩144,375
₩161,700 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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)
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 Jan 5, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette by IHG
AmericInn by Wyndham Wetmore Munising

AmericInn by Wyndham Wetmore Munising

2 out of 5
E9926 State Hwy. M-28 East Munising MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩199,409 per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
₩199,409
₩229,320 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Super friendly staff and nice clean rooms. Not much for breakfast

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Wetmore Munising
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 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! (70 reviews)
Small, but all we needed

Reviewed on Jan 24, 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
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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