aerial view of eagle harbor, snow covered lake, sun is setting in the sky

Western Upper Peninsula

Explore Up North

Adventure Awaits.

Find four seasons of unparalleled beauty and recreation opportunities in Michigan’s western Upper Peninsula.

Explore more than 150 waterfalls in the region, including Manabezho Falls, Agate Falls and Bond Falls and discover the Lake of the Clouds in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park (one of the largest wilderness areas in the Midwest).

Explore the Keweenaw Peninsula where adventure falls from the sky, grows from the ground, and springs from Lake Superior.

The rugged beauty of Lake Superior offers the perfect backdrop for bikers, hikers, kayakers, skiers and snowmobilers. Whether you are looking for the ultimate adrenaline rush or a scenic escape, the western U.P. offers one of North America’s great outdoor playgrounds.

Ironwood

girl overlooking the frozen waterfall with arms stretched wide

Copper Harbor

northern lights over lake superior sky is purple and green, ice caps on the water

Houghton

aerial view of bridge with snow covered city to the right and lake to the left

Ontonagon

snow covered river and waterfall with snow frosted pine trees around

L'Anse

birdhouse on a tree in a winter snow scene

Eagle Harbor

frozen lake with lighthouse to the right, cloudy sky

Calumet

snow covered museum downtown calumet

Crystal Falls

snow covered resort with snow frosted pine trees around

Iron River

skier coming down the modules on the ski hill

Silver City

snow covered porkies at sunset, sky is pink, snow covered everythign

Lac La Belle

ski chair coming up the hill overlooking lake lac la belle as the sun is setting

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