Location: Marquette
Top Things to do in Marquette
Top 10 Nature & Parks in Marquette, Michigan (MI)
Marquette is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Marquette County. The population was 21,355 at the 2010 census, making it the largest city of the state's Upper Peninsula. Marquette is a major port on Lake Superior, known primarily for shipping iron ore, and is the home of Northern Michigan University. In 2012, Marquette was listed among the 10 best places to retire in the U.S. by CBS MoneyWatch.
Restaurants in Marquette
1. Lakenenland Sculpture Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 529 reviews
Reviewed By magiccarpet2029 - Lansing, United States
A favorite to do in the area, this sculpture park is a unique stop for those traveling to or from the Marquette/Munising area. They do change out the sculptures so make sure you check this fun stop out if visiting annually. Donation is asked but not required.
2. Sugarloaf Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 536 reviews
Reviewed By MissNeedles - West Union, United States
Great hike, take the difficult path as it is less sets of wood steps, which are hard on knees.Views+
3. Presque Isle Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 942 reviews
Reviewed By 936timl - Edwardsburg, United States
The whole family did it - 17 & 15 yr old boys and a 10 yr old daughter - even Mom & Dad! Really cool and safe jump from about 20 feet into the crystal clear (and refreshingly chilly) Lake Superior waters near Marquette, MI!
4. Hogback Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By akate22 - Minneapolis, United States
Hiked this in Aug 2020 with my dog. I was a little confused at some reviews saying to start in the parking lot on the right side (going up), instead I started in the parking lot on the left side. Had a hard time finding which trail to go, it's actually the trail head for Harlow Lake back out front and just off the main road down from the front parking area. The Hogback trail veers off to the left. There were two marks on the trail, blue dashes on the trees and grey square trail marking. I was thrown off by the grey squares thought I was on the wrong trail. Some of the trail is a little hard to follow but just look for blue dashes on the trees. Be aware the last 1/4 miles is mostly up rocks. Thankfully my dog was a rockstar scaling the rocks, smaller dogs may have a tough time. Be sure to go all the way up, you'll know you're there when you have a 360 degree view If it's warm bring extra water, I used more than I thought I would and it was only 70.
5. Marquette Mountain Ski and Bike Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
A real "skier's hill" featuring a vertical drop of 600 feet with 23 trails on 150 ski-able and bike-able acres. The Carp River Saloon also has a great tap beer system, a great menu and live music year around.
Reviewed By Dakota1167
The conditions were awesome and the view of lake superior was amazing! The city of Marquette is really cool with a ton of options for lodging and restaurants. Enjoyed the Ore Dock brewery-great local beers and the food was great at the Vierling and Stein house. The history in Marquette is extremely interesting. Enjoyed a Division 1 hockey game at Northern Michigan University (NMU) which is in town. Amazing place with a lot to do. We will definitely be back.
6. Ellwood A. Mattson Lower Harbor Park
7. Iron Ore Heritage Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By RickB595 - Traverse City, United States
Totally impressed by the Iron Ore Heritage Trail. The route passes through so many historic and interesting locations in Marquette and surrounding areas. Particularly impressive were the small touches they added, such as the iron rail mile markers along the route and art. Found the kiosks and displays very informative. One particular favorite site was the restored kiln. And if you've never seen an ore dock, you will be amazed by both the retired Lower Harbor and active Presque Isle Ore Docks.
8. Dead River Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By morsick
This was my favorite hike in northern Michigan so far! You first walk up a hill to a little creek and you think thats the falls at first, but you have to go past the creek, over a big hill and there's a path along the river that has many falls and is so awesome! It's hard at first but keep going! The views are worth it!
9. Morgan Falls
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By 906lacey - Knoxville, United States
Backwoods excursion didn’t get to see the main falls we walked a different way thru the woods upriver no trails. Love finding new adventures. Will definitely do this again!
10. Williams Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
