Upper Peninsula, Michigan

Sault Ste. Marie, often called The Soo, celebrates its status as Michigan’s oldest city with historic attractions, river excursions and the maritime engineering marvel of the Soo Locks.

Just north of the Straits of Mackinac sits Michigan’s lush Upper Peninsula, a woods-and-water wilderness that sprawls over more than 16,350 square miles. Check out our ideas for exploring the Eastern UP, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park and the Keweenaw Peninsula.

Blazing trees and Lake Superior lore color the quiet of the Keweenaw Peninsula.

The three largest Great Lakes (Huron, Michigan and Superior) lap against the shores of the upper arm of Michigan, where beauty and bounty feel timeless.

Dozens of waterfalls dot Michigan's Upper Peninsula, offering scenic rewards for hikers and walkers – especially in autumn.

Revel in nature, set off on an active adventure and explore maritime heritage in the land north of Michigan's Mackinac Bridge—the UP. Popular destinations include Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park and Tahquamenon Falls State Park.