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Marquette

Adventure, any way you choose.

This Winter don't hibernate—celebrate.

 

Explore Marquette’s snowy and scenic outdoor attractions with a pair of snowshoes, cross-country skis, or a fat tire bike. Warm up with hot cocoa in the ski lodge or a cold brew in an igloo. But whatever you do, don't just face winter—embrace it. 

 

#OnYourMarq in Marquette County, MI.

Winter Activities

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Winter Events

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Breweries

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Trail Conditions

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Winter Auroras

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Discover Marquette

Located in Michigan’s forested Upper Peninsula on the shores of Lake Superior, Marquette harbors a community distinguished by its natural surroundings—from rushing waterfalls and rock formations to scenic vistas and dense hardwoods.

"Boasting a long list of hiking and biking trails, and snowcapped mountains, powdery trails for skiing and snowshoeing – Marquette County offers no shortage of outdoor adventure."


The Iron Ore Heritage Trail has received designation and is identified as a Pure Michigan Trail.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What things are there to do in Marquette?

Marquette is located in the Upper Peninsula and borders Lake Superior. This area offers a number of activities such as hiking Hogback Mountain peak, visiting historic lighthouses and museums, and seeing the Black Rocks at Presque Isle Park.

How many inches of snow does Marquette get?

Average yearly snowfall in Marquette is between 100 - 150 inches.

Where is there to go camping near Marquette?

There are a variety of places to camp near Marquette. Some popular spots include Marquette Tourist Park, Van Riper State Park, and Rippling River Resort.

What time zone is Marquette in?

Marquette is located in the Eastern Standard Time zone.

For more information:
Travel Marquette
Downtown Marquette
West Michigan Tourist Association
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Winter Adventures Await in Marquette
Marquette's Blackrocks
Ultimate Marquette Bucket List
A Thousand Sunrises | Pure Michigan

Bugsy Sailor has watched every consecutive sunrise for nearly five years. Inspired by Lake Superior and the landscape of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Bugsy started watching the sunrise each morning as a way to find purpose in life. Years later, his sunrise project has evolved into something with a whole new meaning. In "A Thousand Sunrises", Bugsy shares the joys and challenges of his sunrise project, and sheds light on the lessons he's learned from watching sunrise every single day.

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A Thousand Sunrises | Pure Michigan

Bugsy Sailor has watched every consecutive sunrise for nearly five years. Inspired by Lake Superior and the landscape of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Bugsy started watching the sunrise each morning as a way to find purpose in life. Years later, his sunrise project has evolved into something with a whole new meaning. In "A Thousand Sunrises", Bugsy shares the joys and challenges of his sunrise project, and sheds light on the lessons he's learned from watching sunrise every single day.

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