一天旅行

The Great American Road Trip is back—but you don’t have to drive across the country to experience epic scenery—there’s so much to explore right here in the Upper Peninsula! From lonely 灯塔 to towering cliffs, day trips from hg6668皇冠登录 open up a world of exploration. 

见岩石

见岩石 National Lakeshore 

America’s first National Lakeshore, 见岩石, is located less than an hour east of hg6668皇冠登录. Explore pristine beaches, 100 miles of trails, flowing 瀑布, and towering sandstone cliffs. Serene woodlands and emerald water creates a peaceful escape. The park offers a range of accessible trails and campsites. 

峡谷瀑布

Photo courtesy Mike Hellyer Photography

峡谷瀑布

Often referred to as The Grand Canyon of the U.P., 峡谷瀑布 is about an hour's drive from hg6668皇冠登录. Fed by the Sturgeon River, the falls are impressive, and the hike to access them is about 1-mile over level terrain. The trail is part of the 4,800 mile North Country National Scenic Trail (and is very well maintained to the falls and beyond by volunteers from the Peter Wolfe Chapter of the NCTA.) Hikers can hike west to North Dakota from the 峡谷瀑布 trail or they can hike east to hg6668皇冠登录 and on to Vermont from the 峡谷瀑布 trail.

kitch-iti-kipi

Kitch-iti-kipi 

Fill up your tank and check out Michigan’s largest freshwater spring in Manistique—an 88-mile drive worth the trip. Though the legends surrounding Kitch-iti-kipi are many, one thing is for certain, you’ll find peaceful surroundings here. Hop aboard the self-operated observation raft to access vantage points. Look for clouds of sand kept in constant motion by the bubbling spring and fat trout swimming through the crystal waters below.

靠近大本营

hg6668皇冠登录 is full of adventures right in its backyard. From exploring rushing 瀑布 to climbing historical 灯塔, you’re sure to enjoy the ride. 

瀑布

瀑布 in hg6668皇冠登录 County

It’s no secret that hg6668皇冠登录 is abundant in natural resources. A fun way to spend the day is to cruise around the U.P., checking out the area’s gorgeous 瀑布. You can hit multiple in a day with varying levels of hiking difficulty on the trails leading up to the falls. Morgan Falls provides easy access for all ages and doesn’t compromise on beauty. Dead River Falls may be a short hike, but it requires a bit more surefootedness. 

Yellow Dog Falls has multiple trail options leading to the pristine falls where you can see native brook trout in their element. 在附近, the trailhead to Pinnacle Falls leads down an ancient path to rushing water sliding down rock formations. This up close and personal view of the falls is the perfect place to reflect on a perfect day spent in nature. 

An aerial shot of the picturesque 大湾 Point Lighthouse in 大湾, MI

苏必利尔湖 灯塔

hg6668皇冠登录’s rich maritime history is clear in the towering 灯塔 点缀着风景. 跳上你的车, grab some road trip snacks, and take a day to see them all and maybe visit one of the few accessible to the public.

Huron Island Lighthouse is located three miles off the coast of 苏必利尔湖 in 大湾. The Lighthouse Island is accessible by boat but is open for day hikes only. Keep in mind that there are no toilet facilities, fires are not permitted, and landing on other islands in the refuge is prohibited. 

大湾 Point Lighthouse is nestled on the cliffs of 苏必利尔湖 about 25 miles north of hg6668皇冠登录. As one of the few surviving resident 灯塔 in the country, it pulls double duty as a bed-and-breakfast.

The hg6668皇冠登录 Harbor Lighthouse is the oldest significant structure in the city and played an essential role in the Great Lakes iron ore trade. Today, it is open for tours (hours are limited) throughout the summer and early fall. 

Presque Isle Harbor Lighthouse is a working beacon that still guides ships today into the railroad iron ore docks. Check online ahead of time to see when you can catch a freighter coming in.

最后, known as “The Loneliest Place in the World,” Stannard Rock Lighthouse towers 102 feet above 苏必利尔湖 and is a popular destination among seasoned fishermen. 

Where are you headed today?