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Michigan Upper Peninsula: St. Ignace to Marquette: 4-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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4
days
220 km
distance
6.4 h
driving
15
curated stops

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Day 1 St. Ignace

3 curated stops
Transit
0h18
Finish
~11:55
Temperature
14.8°C–21.3°C
Rainy days
~11
Daylight
15.2h
09:00
St. Ignace public straits-and-Ojibwe-heritage circuit michigan.gov map ↗
Use public straits landscape and Ojibwe heritage subject to current roads and site opening.
50 min · St. Ignace · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
10:00
The Museum of Ojibwa Culture museumofojibwaculture.net read more map ↗
Explore the rich heritage of the Ojibwa people and early French contact.
50 min · St. Ignace
11:05
Straits State Park search
Here you can walk along the northern shores of the Straits of Mackinac with views of the water and surrounding landscape.
50 min · St. Ignace
Overnight here
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Day 2 Munising & Pictured Rocks

4 curated stops
Transit
3h40
Finish
~17:40
Temperature
13.0°C–20.5°C
Rainy days
~13
Daylight
15.3h
12:20
Munising and Pictured Rocks public lakeshore circuit nps.gov map ↗
Use public mainland lakeshore access; boats and Lake Superior paddling remain separate specialist activities.
50 min · Munising & Pictured Rocks · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
13:20
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore search map ↗
You will see colorful, naturally sculpted rock formations and waterfalls along the rugged coastline of Lake Superior.
90 min · Munising & Pictured Rocks
15:05
Art in the Alley search
Stroll through vibrant art installations showcasing local talent in a charming alley setting.
50 min · Munising & Pictured Rocks
16:10
Grand Island National Recreation Area fs.usda.gov
Explore rugged shorelines, dense forests, and diverse wildlife on scenic trails through this protected island landscape.
90 min · Munising & Pictured Rocks
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Overnight here
e.g. Boarders Inn & Suites Munising · Alger Falls Motel of Munising Michigan
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Day 3 Marquette

6 curated stops
Transit
2h15
Finish
~17:15
Temperature
13.1°C–22.4°C
Rainy days
~13
Daylight
15.3h
10:25
Marquette public harbor-and-heritage circuit michigan.gov map ↗
Use public harbor and heritage; sport and scheduled events remain separate.
50 min · Marquette · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
11:25
Marquette public parks-and-lakefront circuit michigan.gov map ↗
Use public mainland parks and lakefront subject to current weather and trail conditions.
50 min · Marquette · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
12:25
Arch and Ridge Streets Historic District read more map ↗
This district features well-preserved historic buildings lining Arch and Ridge Streets near Lake Superior.
50 min · Marquette
13:35
Presque Isle Park marquettemi.gov read more map ↗
Relax in a spacious park with trails, picnic areas, and beautiful waterfront views.
90 min · Marquette
15:20
Marquette Maritime Museum mqtmaritimemuseum.com read more
Tour a historic lighthouse and learn about the region's maritime history.
50 min · Marquette
16:25
DeVos Art Museum art.nmu.edu
The DeVos Art Museum showcases a diverse collection of artworks in a striking modern building.
50 min · Marquette
Overnight here
e.g. The Landmark Inn · Tourist Park Campground
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Day 4 Around Marquette

2 curated stops
Transit
0h12
Finish
~11:35
Temperature
13.1°C–22.4°C
Rainy days
~13
Daylight
15.3h
09:00
Lake Superior search
Take in the breathtaking views of the vast, shimmering lake from various scenic spots.
50 min · Marquette
10:05
The Noquemanon Trail noquemanon.com
Run or walk along a scenic trail connecting Ishpeming to Marquette.
90 min · Marquette

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