There are so many things to do in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan that you can spend weeks there exploring. It spans 325 miles in length and only has one interstate. Eighty-four percent of it was covered in old-growth forests, making it an outdoor enthusiast’s heaven. Many people flock here every year to enjoy an Upper Peninsula road trip and outdoor recreation at its best. With over 200 waterfalls, 4300 inland lakes, 12000 miles of rivers and streams, and border 3 of the Great Lakes, the Upper Peninsula is a nature lover’s paradise of Pure Michigan.
Things to do in the Upper Peninsula (all regions)
Eat a Pasty
Eat a pasty as the miners did years ago. It is meat, potatoes, and onions wrapped in a crust. You won’t have any problem finding a location that has them. You can even buy them frozen in the supermarket!
Watch a Lake Superior Sunset
Nothing is more beautiful than watching the sunset over Lake Superior.
Casinos
There are 10 casinos throughout the Upper Peninsula. Kewadin Casino operates facilities in Christmas, St. Ignace, Manistique, Sault Ste Marie, and Hessel. Kings Club Casino is located in Brimley, Northern Waters Casino in Watersmeet, MI, the Island Resort & Casino in Harris, and Ojibwa Casino in Baraga and Marquette, MI. So when you’re visiting the UP, try your luck at any of these casinos and enjoy!
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