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Backpacking Isle Royale

Isle Royale is possibly the best backpacking destination in Michigan, and one of the best in the eastern part of the country. The isolated...

Visiting Copper Harbor in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Copper Harbor… Have you heard of it?... I always associated it with Isle Royale, but during a recent visit, I have found out that...

Should Escanaba Be On Your List of Places to Visit in U.P.?

Escanaba is a third largest city in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It is located on the north-western side of Lake Michigan. The city’s...

Fayette – One of The Hidden Treasures of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

One of Michigan hidden treasures is located in out of the way part of the Upper Peninsula. It is the Fayette Historic State Park....

Weekend Bike Touring in Michigan – Beaver Island

Beaver Island is another location that I like to go for a relaxed weekend bike touring in Michigan. While the roads there are mostly...

What the Heck are Pasties?

  When you drive in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, occasionally you will pass a place with “pasties” in the name. Unless, you’ve been to UP before,...

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