Consider this: Upper Michigan, also called the Upper Peninsula, consists of only 3% of the Michigan’s population, yet makes up one-third of the state’s landmass. We’re talking about a wild, remote, sportsman’s paradise here, in the winter or the summer.
Here are a few inside tips: Tahquamenon Falls is not only the most beautiful cascade in the area, but has a namesake microbrewery in the state park. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore looks best from a sea kayak. And if you can’t wait, Dec. 1 is when most of the groomed snowmobiling trails open.
Many towns consist of a store, a gas station and a post office, but others, like Houghton, Escanaba and Sault St. Marie are larger than you might think. Escanaba has gained popularity recently as a great dining town, with great lamb at Pacino’s and homemade focaccia bread at Swedish Pantry.