All regions ↗Marquette, Munising & Sault Ste. Marie

Ice, light, and a little more time.

Find the U.P. between the big moments: winter walks, lake country, community traditions and places to come inside.

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Ice, light & a very good story.

Marquette skiing, Munising’s ice-climbing festival and winter community traditions share this edition. Shores and waterfalls are viewing ideas, never an invitation onto lake ice.

Start here.

Researched October 22, 2026. Openings, prices and availability are unconfirmed unless marked; call ahead, the snow does not take reservations.

Marquette Mountain

Marquette · Skiing, Snowboarding

A source-linked starting point. Confirm the specific activity, access, equipment and opening with the operator.

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Sault Seal

Sault Ste. Marie · Sledding / tubing

A source-linked starting point. Confirm the specific activity, access, equipment and opening with the operator.

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Little Bay de Noc

Little Bay de Noc · Ice fishing

DNR destination lead; ice safety and access require local checks.

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Valley Spur

Munising · Cross-country skiing

A source-linked starting point. Confirm the specific activity, access, equipment and opening with the operator.

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Wolverine Nordic trails

Ironwood · Cross-country skiing

A source-linked starting point. Confirm the specific activity, access, equipment and opening with the operator.

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Michigan Ice Fest

Munising · Ice climbing, Festivals

Organizer announces February 10–14, 2027; classes and registration.

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Pictured Rocks winter

Munising area · Snowshoeing, Cross-country skiing, Ice climbing

Consult park winter access and guided-tour information.

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Nature’s Kennel

McMillan · Dog sledding

Tourism lead; confirm operator, passenger requirements and availability.

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Husky Haven

Shingleton · Dog sledding

Tourism lead; confirm operator, passenger requirements and availability.

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Otter River Sled Dog Adventures

Tapiola · Dog sledding

Tourism lead; confirm operator, passenger requirements and availability.

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Moving Mountains Adaptive Program

Iron Mountain · Adaptive sports, Skiing

Pine Mountain home base; contact program for lessons.

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Tahquamenon Falls winter

Paradise · Hiking, Snowshoeing, Winter camping

Check DNR park notices, plowing, toilets, daylight and trail conditions. This is not a route.

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Michigan Tech Winter Carnival

Houghton · Culture, Festivals

Snow sculpture and university traditions. Check organizer for coming-season dates and changes.

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