Summertime in northern Michigan is an unforgettable experience. Kid Rock says so in his song "All Summer Long." If you're looking for a day, weekend, or week of unforgettable outdoor activities, travel up to the Upper Peninsula. There's tons to do!
1) The UP is famous for it's Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Munising. It is a 15-mile stretch of breathtaking sandstone cliffs and waterfalls along the lake. Boat tours along the rocks are approximately 2 hours long and 40 miles round trip.
The captain will take you up close and personal with one of the caves during the ride. You can find out more information about the Pictured Rocks boat tours here.
2) Go fishing in the UP! There's no better place to fish than in the Great Lakes or the streams running all throughout the Upper Peninsula.
3) The UP is great for ATV rentals and riding through off-road trails. The Winter Haven Motel offers ATV Rentals in Newberry, with trails available just a few miles from the rental site. Click here for more information.
4) Some of the best places for hiking in the UP are Brockway Mountain and Hunter's Point Park, Canyon Falls, Sugarloaf Mountain, Miner's Falls and Mosquito Falls, and Tahquamenon Falls State Park. Check out a complete list of hiking spots here.
5) Mackinaw City is a great stop before crossing the Mackinac Bridge to the UP. It is an awesome tourist location, with shops, entertainment, wine tasting and restaurants.
6) If you want to go swimming at one of the Upper Peninsula beaches, check out this list of the best beach locations at thegreatwaters.com.
7) The Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and the city of Munising are home to many waterfalls. Miners Falls and Mosquito Falls are a must-see. Click here to see a list of all the waterfalls you can go explore!
8) The Upper Peninsula has numerous kayaking opportunities. Some rentals include Paddling Michigan kayak tours of Pictured Rocks, The Woods Tahquamenon River Canoe and Kayak Rental, and Keweenaw Adventure Company in Copper Harbor.
9) You can see old, sunken ships through the Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tours in Munising. There have been over 30 shipwrecks in the area, with only half discovered. Click here to make your reservation.
Enjoy exploring Northern Michigan!
