Upper Peninsula Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
northern major peninsula of Michigan, United States of America
About Upper Peninsula
Sharing no land mass in common with Michigan's Lower Peninsula, the Upper Peninsula is too-often left off in published maps in newspapers or magazines, or treated as a part of Wisconsin. The UP is, however, a real treasure to visit with much to offer to any nature lover! Plentiful sandy public beaches, breathtaking recreational and fishing lakes, and vast state and national parks and forests make the region an ideal location for a vacation in any season. If you enjoy the outdoors, this natural jewel is a place for you. The UP is mostly rural; its largest city,Marquette, tips the scales at just under 20,000 people. The population is primarily of Finnish or Swedish descent, and also includes populations of Menominee and Ojibwa descent. You will also encounter many people with Italian or Fre
Upper Peninsula Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: