Kayakers at Presque Isle's Cove in springtime

Outdoor Adventure

#ReMARQable Adventures through the Upper Peninsula’s pristine wilderness await you! Home to miles of sandy shoreline lining crystal blue Lake Superior, panoramic peaks, lush forests, and stunning landscapes, Marquette, MI not only offers an escape from city life but a chance for you to explore at your own pace.

Choose Your Adventure

A Couple looking out over the lake at Thomas Rock Scenic Overlook

Hiking

Biking

A couple kayaking on Deer Lake in Ishpeming at sunset

Kayaking & Paddling

Waterfalls

Skiing

Hiking & Biking

With an abundance of forest land, Marquette offers a breadth of biking and hiking trails to get out into the outdoors with ease, no matter your skill level. Known for its iron ore, Marquette County showcases its history with interpretive trails like the Iron Ore Heritage Trail. This 47-mile multi-use trail is great for walks, running, biking, and more. With views of the Superior shoreline, informational signage, and urban areas along the way, there’s something to be enjoyed by all.

Hike up to Sugarloaf Mountain, a moderate 1.2 mi trail with panoramic views from the top of Lake Superior and many of Marquette's most popular attractions, including the Superior Dome, Presque Isle Park, Little Presque Isle, Hogsback Mountain, and more. Interested in chasing waterfalls? Morgan Falls is a quick 2.8 mi hike. The trailhead to Morgan Falls also offers biking trails for those looking for more thrill.

Water Sports

If you prefer to spend your days on the water, Marquette is the ideal vacation spot.

Teal Lake is perfect for those looking to fish or kayak. Another great option is Deer Lake, which offers high catch rates of walleye and northern pike. This lake consists of two elongated basins that provide more than 900 acres of quality catch-and-release fishing. Boat and shore fishing is allowed, except along the county road shoulder on the lake’s edge.

Make the Most of Winter

There's still plenty to do here in the U.P. during the wintertime. Explore the area’s designated trails aboard a snowmobile for backcountry fun. Be sure to check out the slopes and get in a few runs at Marquette Mountain. With runs for all ages, no matter if you ski or board, there is plenty of fun and thrills in store.