Sault Sainte Marie and the Eastern UP
Sightseeing
About 90 minutes drive from our rental. A 'must-see' while visiting the area.
74 locals recommend
Tahquamenon Falls State Park
41382 W M-123About 90 minutes drive from our rental. A 'must-see' while visiting the area.
Beautiful natural spring. Short visit but worth a stop. About 2.5 hours drive away.
75 locals recommend
Kitch-iti-kipi
Sawmill RoadBeautiful natural spring. Short visit but worth a stop. About 2.5 hours drive away.
Beautiful views out to Whitefish Bay from this lighthouse. About 30 minutes drive from our home.
15 locals recommend
Point Iroquois Lighthouse
13042-13260 W Lakeshore DrBeautiful views out to Whitefish Bay from this lighthouse. About 30 minutes drive from our home.
Learn about Great Lakes shipping and the Edmund Fitzgerald!
30 locals recommend
Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum
18335 N Whitefish Point RdLearn about Great Lakes shipping and the Edmund Fitzgerald!
Watch the Great Lakes freighters lock through. Get up close in the viewing platform!
Soo Locks Visitor Center
312 W Portage AveWatch the Great Lakes freighters lock through. Get up close in the viewing platform!
Garlyn Zoo Wildlife Park
U.S. 2Local favorite for the kids.
Hiking/Snowshoeing/Birding
Just out our back door! The hiking trail can be accessed from Cedar Drive. Go back to the top of our access road, turn right, and park in the cul-de-sac. There is a walking trail that joins to the main 1.6 mile loop.
Round Island Point Nature Preserve
Cedar DriveJust out our back door! The hiking trail can be accessed from Cedar Drive. Go back to the top of our access road, turn right, and park in the cul-de-sac. There is a walking trail that joins to the main 1.6 mile loop.
Search for the 'Narnia' trail south of Cedarville. Amazing hike and not too difficult for kids. Pet friendly too! https://www.hikingproject.com/trail/7093022/bush-bay-hiking-trail-narnia-trail
Bush Bay
Search for the 'Narnia' trail south of Cedarville. Amazing hike and not too difficult for kids. Pet friendly too! https://www.hikingproject.com/trail/7093022/bush-bay-hiking-trail-narnia-trail
Entertainment
Nearby gaming casino with sports bar and buffet restaurant. They also have a free to use boat launch.
17 locals recommend
Bay Mills Resort & Casinos
11386 W Lakeshore DrNearby gaming casino with sports bar and buffet restaurant. They also have a free to use boat launch.
If you're looking for a tee-time this is the most scenic and challenging course in the area.
9 locals recommend
Wild Bluff Golf Course
11335 W Lakeshore DrIf you're looking for a tee-time this is the most scenic and challenging course in the area.
Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association
1205 9th St WCheck their Facebook page for snowmobile trail conditions
Food scene
The Wicked Sister
716 Ashmun StGreat burgers!
1668 Winery and Lockside Brewery
100 W Portage AveLocal craft brewery
Bird's Eye Outfitters
107 E Portage AveBeer, food, coffee and outdoor gear all in one place!
Great restaurant at the Sault Country Club. Enjoy drinks at the bar or a fantastic meal.
Grillroom 1901
1520 Riverside DriveGreat restaurant at the Sault Country Club. Enjoy drinks at the bar or a fantastic meal.
Superior Pizza & Subs
9449 W 6 Mile RdMy favorite local pizza. Call ahead though as they have variable hours.
The Cozy Corners Tavern & Grill
6800 E 15 Mile RdGreat daily specials and view of ships.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Bring a jacket!
The weather in the UP can change in a minute. On warm days a shift of the wind off of Lake Superior can drop the temperature quickly and spoil your day.