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Step 1
Look at a map of the Upper Peninsula and decide which area you would most like to visit. The western part of the peninsula offers The Porcupine Mountains and, in the northern center, the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Check out the Soo Locks at Sault Ste Marie or Tahquamenon Falls, Lake Superior State Forest and the Hiawatha National Forest to the east.
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Step 2
Decide what type of camping you'd like to do. Rustic camping, camp grounds with hook ups for pop ups and RVs and tent camping are all available.
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Step 3
Determine what activities you're interested in. If winter fun like snowmobiling or cross country skiing is your style, look for campgrounds with hook ups for heated RV's or campers. If summer kayaking, canoeing or hiking are more to your liking, most campgrounds in the U.P. offer easy access to well maintained trails and canoe and kayaking rental facilities.
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Step 4
Book your stay at least 6 months in advance to get the best sites and the biggest availability. Camping in the U.P. is very popular, and people camp year round in many places. Planning well in advance will guarantee you'll get the type of spot you want.
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Step 5
Choose a central location to experience the U.P. Much of the beauty of the U.P. is within easy driving distance of the center of the peninsula. Choosing a camp ground near a city like Au Train puts you right in the heart of the Hiawatha National Forest and all the U.P. has to offer.
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Step 6
Visit www.exploringthenorth.com for a complete listing of campgrounds and facilities in Michigan's Upper Peninsula as well as information about local attractions.
