upper peninsula

Did you know Michigan has a ski hill called Suicide Hill Ski Jump? Since 1925, hundreds of Olympic ski jumpers have trained there. Suicide Hill is celebrating 100 years with a huge competition.

Only in Michigan do students build a church made entirely of snow. This Pure Michigan winter tradition returns for its 10th year in 2026.

A cougar was hit by a vehicle in Michigan for the first time ever, according to state wildlife officials. The DNR confirmed the incident through DNA testing after a driver in Houghton County struck the animal.

From stunning landscapes to thrilling activities like ice racing and ski jumping tournaments, this Michigan location has once again been voted the No. 1 destination for snow in the U.S.

Discover a beloved U.P. tradition with Trenary Toast and a new Eggnog French Toast recipe that brings Michigan flavor to your holiday breakfast.

You won't believe how gas station food has transformed—what was once a last resort is now a go-to for many hungry travelers.

Students turn snow, plywood, and buckets into a full chapel complete with an altar carved from Lake Superior ice.

Before World War 2, hundreds of men were scattered throughout Michigan helping with conservation efforts. One camp left behind a unique landmark still there nearly 100 years later.

United expands Midwest routes with new service connecting Chicago and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula for easier northern getaways.

From Wayne County in 1787 to Dickinson County in 1891, Michigan’s history stretches from one end of the state to the other.