What to do and see in Upper Peninsula, Upper Peninsula: The Best Free Things to do

May 9, 2022 Enriqueta Cusson

Discover the best top things to do in Upper Peninsula, United States including Lakenenland Sculpture Park, Sugarloaf Mountain, Miners Castle Rock, Presque Isle Park, Black River Harbor Recreation Area, Chapel Rock and Beach, Canyon Falls Trail, Museum of Ojibwa Culture, Arch Rock, Soo Locks.
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1. Lakenenland Sculpture Park

2800 State Highway M28 E, Marquette, MI 49855-9537 +1 906-249-1132 [email protected] http://www.lakenenland.com
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5.0 based on 529 reviews

Lakenenland Sculpture Park

Reviewed By magiccarpet2029 - Lansing, United States

A favorite to do in the area, this sculpture park is a unique stop for those traveling to or from the Marquette/Munising area. They do change out the sculptures so make sure you check this fun stop out if visiting annually. Donation is asked but not required.

2. Sugarloaf Mountain

County Road 550, Marquette, MI +1 906-273-0978 http://www.co.marquette.mi.us/departments/planning/sugarloaf_mountain.php
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5.0 based on 536 reviews

Sugarloaf Mountain

Reviewed By MissNeedles - West Union, United States

Great hike, take the difficult path as it is less sets of wood steps, which are hard on knees.Views+

3. Miners Castle Rock

Munising, MI http://www.lakesuperiorphoto.com/miners_castle_collapse.html
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5.0 based on 838 reviews

Miners Castle Rock

Reviewed By cristipayton - Lowell, United States

The walk to the lookout is easy, just a few hundred steps from the parking lot and the views of Lake Superior and shoreline are STUNNING!

4. Presque Isle Park

Peter White Dr., Marquette, MI http://www.mqtcty.org/parks-presque-isle.php
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5.0 based on 942 reviews

Presque Isle Park

Reviewed By 936timl - Edwardsburg, United States

The whole family did it - 17 & 15 yr old boys and a 10 yr old daughter - even Mom & Dad! Really cool and safe jump from about 20 feet into the crystal clear (and refreshingly chilly) Lake Superior waters near Marquette, MI!

5. Black River Harbor Recreation Area

County Road 513, Ironwood, MI 49938 +1 906-932-1330 http://www.fs.usda.gov/attmain/ottawa/specialplaces
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5.0 based on 63 reviews

Black River Harbor Recreation Area

Reviewed By TAFCRacer - Mechanic Falls, United States

We visited the Black River Harbor Recreational Area of the Ottawa National Forest recently for a family reunion. This recreational area is located 14 miles north of US Route 2 in Bessemer, Michigan. It features boat access to Lake Superior, camping, a large grassy area with charcoal cooking grills, a sandy beach, many hiking trails with scenic overlooks and a large enclosed pavillion (with flush toilets) that can be reserved for events. About 60 of us enjoyed our afternoon at Black River Harbor, using the pavillion facilities. I took a short 1-1/2 mile hike to and from Rainbow Falls and was impressed with the enormous old growth trees in the forest. It was also very cool to hear the people playing in the park fade into silence during the hike, let my mind get lost in the still quiet of the forest, then slowly begin to hear the waterfall as I hiked closer to it. This is a wonderful place to visit & relax, as a solo trip, or with family & friends.

6. Chapel Rock and Beach

about 5 miles north to the end of Chapel Road, Munising, MI http://www.nps.gov/piro/planyourvisit/scenicsites.htm#CP_JUMP_78679
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5.0 based on 153 reviews

Chapel Rock and Beach

Reviewed By LM4U2 - St. George, United States

20 miles east from Munising, with the last 5 miles on dirt road. A couple small parts of the road are rough, but we went slow in a compact car and had no problems. We did the long loop to Chapel Falls, Chapel Rock, Chapel Beach, the Lakeshore Trail with stunning overviews of the Pictured Rocks, then the Mosquito Falls trail. My GPS read 11.8 miles, but much of the route is flat. It took us 6.5 hours including a long lunch break and a leisurely pace. There are ways to shorten the loop, but you would miss something very special if you did so. If you have the legs for it, and you are doing the scenic cruise, get the most out of Pictured Rocks National Loop by completing this loop! Trails are marked but in some spots it is tricky to find the trail.

7. Canyon Falls Trail

US-41, Covington, MI, L'Anse, MI 49919 http://gowaterfalling.com
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5.0 based on 97 reviews

Canyon Falls Trail

Reviewed By witchbroomstick - Bay City, United States

Beautiful place to stretch your legs. The walking path has rocks, roots and loose boards. Lots of photo opportunities.

8. Museum of Ojibwa Culture

500 N State St, Saint Ignace, MI 49781-1429 +1 906-643-9161 [email protected] http://museumofOjibwaculture.net
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4.5 based on 336 reviews

Museum of Ojibwa Culture

We are OPEN for the season. At this National Historic Landmark, visitors can learn about 17th century St. Ignace: the Ojibwa who formed the population, the Huron refugees and the French who established the area as the center of fur trade. Check out our award winning Clan Park, the fun kids area, our authentic Native store along with the beautiful new Sculpture Park and our Longhouse on our grounds. Also visit Father Marquette's burial site in our Marquette Mission Park. Admission is by donation. Must be seen to be believed! Amazing! Bus tours welcome..please call ahead.

Reviewed By bigspaniel - Arlington, United States

Pleasantly surprised by this small but rich museum which tells the interesting story of the Ojibwa people who live in Michigan. Very good introductory video and several interesting displays and artifacts. Don't miss the outdoor displays, which include a traditional long house. Well worth stopping for. Easy parking around the museum.

9. Arch Rock

Mackinac Island, MI
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4.5 based on 2,662 reviews

Arch Rock

Natural rock bridge soaring 149 feet above the Straits of Mackinac appears to be suspended in midair.

Reviewed By S60WIannal

We reached the arch rock at first by horse carriage tour and then returned to visit this beautiful site by bike and kayaking. You have to climbed up some stairs to reach it and take turns to do photos but it's worth it.

10. Soo Locks

Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 +1 800-647-2858 http://www.saultstemarie.com/soo-locks-46/
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4.5 based on 1,634 reviews

Soo Locks

Reviewed By AuntieM64

There is a viewing platform that is 3 levels tall right next to the Soo Locks so that people can see the freighters upbound - going west on the Great Lakes or downbound - going East on the Great Lakes. There is a phone number that you can also call to find out the schedule of the next ships to arrive. The town of Sault Ste. Marie is not a very big place and the viewing platform is right on the main street of the town with motels and restaurants right near it. I was watching ships arrive and depart for about 3 hours and saw many different classes of boats and ships. It is a unique experience if you have never seen something like this before, and wonderful for children and is absolutely free - but you and your purses and backpacks will be searched before being allowed into the enclosed area.

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