Michigan's Wild & Wonderful Upper Peninsula

Awaken your adventurous spirit in the Upper Peninsula, a place where every corner invites exploration and wonder. Since 1911, the Upper Peninsula Travel & Recreation Association has been your guide to this awe-inspiring destination. Our mission is to spark your wanderlust and provide all the tools you need to plan an extraordinary getaway. Uncover the U.P.’s hidden treasures and embark on an unforgettable journey to one of our nation’s most stunning natural havens.

Find your Adventure

Discover the magic of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, where an ever-changing landscape and boundless beauty await those who dare to wander!

Start Your Journey

man inside a cavern looking a blue wall of ice stalactites

Stories across the U.P.

Ski jumper midair at the Pine Mountain Ski Jump in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Pine Mountain: Defining U.P. Ski Jump Culture

5 minute read

While ski jumping may not get the same press as more traditional downhill skiing, it’s more… Read More

A couple standing on an ice formation on the shoreline of Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Valentine's Day Date Ideas

7 minute read

With only a few weeks left until the day dedicated to lovers, you may be scrambling for inspiration… Read More

Close-up of a sewing machine making a Stormy Kromer at the factory in Ironwood, MI

Stormy Kromer Hats

6 minute read

Some hats do more than keep heads warm. They carry stories and meaning passed down through… Read More

Upcoming Events

Feb 11

Michigan Ice Fest

Feb 11

NMU Jazz Concert

Northern Michigan University

Feb 11

Superior Snowshoe Walks

Feb 12

Cupid's Cabaret

Ramada by Wyndham Marquette

Feb 12

Labatt Blue UP Pond Hockey Championship

Feb 12

Lasers on the Ore Dock

Lower Harbor Ore Dock

Explore the U.P.

The interactive map below highlights some of the most loved places in our three regions. Click a region, and it will jump you to favorite stops along our Great Lakes shorelines and into our untamed wilderness, history-making sites and fun-loving communities. Go exploring!