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The ultimate guide to the best of Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Waterfalls, shipwrecks, natural springs, and ghost towns

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  • 2,528 mi
  • $420
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Created by Jimmy and Sue - July 9th 2023

There's a reason that Michigan is such a popular destination for vacationers: It's got a little bit of something for everyone, from hiking trails to museums to beaches. It's also a stunningly gorgeous corner of the US, with dense woodland, sandy shoreline, stony cliffs, and loads of waterfalls. The quiet and peaceful charm here makes it a great destination for beginners looking to try their hand at camping, or anyone who wants to enjoy some natural beauty while still taking it easy. If you're ready for a vacation unlike any other, step out of everyday life and into one of those mesmerizing Pure Michigan commercials with a trip to the state's Upper Peninsula!

Photo of Devils Tower National Monument
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149 State Highway 110, Devils Tower, WY, US

Devils Tower National Monument

Hill City, South Dakota, United States

Photo of Wind Cave National Park
4.4

26611 US Highway 385, Hot Springs, SD, US

Wind Cave National Park

Photo of Badlands National Park
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25216 Ben Reifel Road, Interior, SD, US

Badlands National Park

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260mi 04h 27m
Photo of Theodore Roosevelt National Park
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134mi 02h 00m

Bismarck, North Dakota, United States

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103mi 01h 30m
Photo of Worlds Largest Buffalo Monument
4.4

U.S. 52, Jamestown, ND, US

Worlds Largest Buffalo Monument

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Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States

Prescott, Wisconsin, United States

Alma, Wisconsin, United States

Trempealeau, Wisconsin, United States

Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States

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388mi 05h 53m

Colby, Wisconsin, United States

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134mi 02h 41m
Photo of Superior Falls
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N46.56267 W90.41527, Saxon, WI, US

Superior Falls

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12mi 00h 16m
Photo of Potato Falls
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Falls Rd, Gurney, WI, US

Potato Falls

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14mi 00h 23m

Mellen, WI, US

Copper Falls State Park

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29mi 00h 44m
Photo of Historic Downtown Ironwood
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Downtown Ironwood, Ironwood, MI, US

Historic Downtown Ironwood

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55mi 01h 15m
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142mi 02h 40m
Photo of Canyon Falls Roadside Park
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Old US Highway 41, L'Anse, MI, US

Canyon Falls Roadside Park

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Put aside an hour of your day to take in yet another set of beautiful waterfalls at Canyon Falls Roadside Park. An easy 10-minute walk gets you to the main attraction, so this is the perfect little adventure for roadtrippers of all ages. These are said to be some of the best falls in the state, so you'll definitely want to make sure you have your camera!

There are few places that are as filled with roadside fun and natural beauty as the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It's a quiet sliver of the country that's perfect for both hanging out at the beach or spending lazy days at the campsite pool, and for doing some serious hiking and hidden gem hunting... so no matter what you're looking for from a trip, the U.P. is a vacationer's wonderland.