Marquette, MI
Lodging, Businesses, and Recreation on Lake Superior

The harbor town of Marquette Michigan is located on the shores of Lake Superior and is the largest city in the Upper Peninsula.

Enjoy the natural beauty of Presque Isle Park, the Marquette Harbor Lighthouse, full service marinas, historic buildings, museums, fine restaurants, shopping, art galleries, interesting places to visit, and great recreational opportunities in Marquette, Michigan. (map)

AuTrain Beach Resort and Campground offers modern camping in Yurts, Platform Tents, Native American Tip, and rustic campsites for your tent. Wi-Fi, Shower house, and solar powered lighting. Located on Highway M-28 about 1 mile west of the blinking light on M-28 in AuTrain and across the road from a sandy beach on Lake Superior. Easy to reach: 20 miles east of Marquette on Highway M-28. Phone: 906-250-1786

Beachcomber's Cottage is located 14 miles east of Marquette on the sandy shores of Lake Superior. The cottage has two bedrooms and is nestled in the woods by the lake. The living area has patio doors that open onto the deck, a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy the beauty of Lake Superior. Cobblestone path to the sandy beach and a beach deck near the water. Beachcomber's Cottage, Highway M-26, Marquette, MI, 49855. Phone: 206-937-1276.

Big Bay, one of the finest recreational areas in the Upper Peninsula, is nestled at the base of the Huron Mountains on Lake Superior and Lake Independence.

• Tranquility Haven on Lake Superior in Big Bay, MI offers a variety of deluxe accommodations on beautiful Squaw Beach. Accommodations include the Fantasy Beach House that sleeps up to 14 guests, Bay View Cabin that sleeps up to 8 guests, and Bay View Suite for 4 guests. All accommodations have separate entrances with full kitchens and an outstanding view of Lake Superior, but can be combined for a larger group. Phone: 262-424-1793.

Camping at Perkins Park, Big Bay, MI 49898, phone (906) 345-9353. Campground owned and operated by Marquette County. 72 campsites, 30 with full hook-ups, 9 electric only, and 33 with no hook-up. Restrooms, showers (handicap accessible), boat launch, fishing pier, swimming beach, playground, picnic area, dump station. Grocery store, gas station, restaurant and bait shop within walking distance. Pets must be on a leash. Multi night rates available. Call for reservations. Open May 15 to Sept. 15.

LODGING in ISHPEMING, MI, 13 miles west of Marquette on Highways US-41 & M-28

• Cabin UP, 117 Parkwood Lane, Negaunee. Phone: 708-445-0535. LAKE FRONT PROPERTY. About 10 miles west of Marquette and 3.5 miles north of US-41. 2 bedroom cottage with loft overlooking a private island in McClure Basin, part of the Dead River System. Fully equipped kitchen. Living room and dining area have panoramic views of the lake. Sleeps 8. Easy trail access.

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Marquette Adventures in Marquette, Michigan offers fishing charters, guided family friendly adventures, kayak rentals, rock hounding for Yooper Stones, big game recovery, and more. Fish, explore and adventure the U.P. with the area's most experienced and professionally trained guides.
MQT Adventures combines Upper Peninsula wilderness and personalized service to create a once in a lifetime experience. Large Groups, Small Parties, Families, Couples and Singles are welcome. 2-3 hour, Half day, full day, driving tours - all equipment necessary is provided.
Every Trip is Customizable. Featured: 2025 Ice Fishing Season with Capt. Mike, Early Opening For Lake Superior Ice Fishing Excursions, and December Special: Kids Fish Free! 263 Kawbawgam rd. Marquette, MI, 49855. Phone: (906) 362-7916. Email: Fishthe906@gmail.com

The Markell Company: Roofing: Commercial & Residential; Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication; Commercial Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning; Commercial Kitchen Hoods; Dust and Fume Exhaust Systems; and Brick Restoration & Waterproofing for the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Northern Wisconsin at The Markell Company, 1227 S. Milwaukee Avenue, Iron Mountain, MI. Phone (906) 774-0240 or Toll Free: 1-888-799-0240.

Marquette General Health System - 580 W. College Ave. - Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: 906-228-9440 or 1-800-562-9753

Powersports of Marquette is a full service dealer offering sales, certified service, and parts in the central Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Sales of boats, pontoons, motors, ATV's, UTV's, snowmobiles, and motorcycles. Marquette Powersports, 241 U.S. 41 East, Negaunee, MI 49866. Phone: 906-401-0444

Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI 49855 1-800-682-9797 or 906-227-1000

selectcarolbrady.com handles property from vacant lots to lighthouses in the Marquette and Big Bay area. Call Carol Brady, Associate Broker and Realtor with Select Realty in Marquette, Michigan, for all your real estate needs. We offer residential property, camps, cottages, waterfront, vacant land, and commercial property, including the lighthouse in Big Bay. Born in Marquette, Carol is very familiar with the Upper Peninsula and offers personal attention for buyers and sellers. Select Realty, 2363 U.S. 41 West, Marquette, MI 49855. Phone Carol at: (906) 362-3152

Northern Michigan Land Brokers offers property in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Our office is located in Marquette but we feature a wide variety of waterfront, recreational, preservation, hunting tracks, and commercial properties, as well as cabins, cottages, and residential homes throughout the Upper Peninsula. We are a buyer-seller agency. Contact one of our knowledgeable agents to find that property you have always desired. Northern Michigan Land Brokers, 2552 US 41 West, Suite 100, Marquette, MI 49855. Phone: 906-225-5263.

Adventure Vacation Packages All inclusive packages for fun in the Munising area. Guided paddling tour at the Pictured Rocks, stay at Paddlers Village, eat at the Duck Pond Eatery and Beer Garden, take a dinner cruise, plus much more. Two packages available. Phone: 906-387-1695.

UP 200 Sled Dog Race from Marquette to Grand Marais and back. Departs downtown Marquette. See the dogs and the mushers. Several events held that are fun for the family. This is an Iditarod qualifying race. Midnight Run: 90 miles. Departs Marquette at midnight on Friday. Saturday: Marquette to Chatham and back to the Lower Harbor; JackPine 30. 26 mile race starting and ending at Larry's Family Food in Gwinn.

• Kimar's Fishing Charters and Shelter Bay Resort on Lake Superior at Shelter Bay, MI. E3216 Highway M-28, AuTrain, MI 49806. Phone: 906-892-8277. Located on the shores of Lake Superior, Kimar's Charters offers trolling, casting, and jigging trips on Lake Superior to the Shelter Bay Flats, the Big Reef, and Stannard Rock. Kimar's Resort features 2, 3, and 4 bedroom housekeeping cottages and a 3-bedroom mobile home. 300' sandy beach. Lots of room for your trailers. Boat ramp.

Cross Country Ski Trails in Marquette County

Golf: Red Fox Run Golf Club, 217 Fifth Street, Gwinn, MI 49841 is an 18-hole public golf course located just 16 miles south of Marquette and three minutes from Sawyer International Airport. The Course has a full driving range and short game area. Red Fox Run Golf Course is under new ownership and the pro shop and clubhouse have been completely renovated. The course plays to 6,098 yards and is par 70. Phone: 906-346-7010

Pictured Rocks Guided Sea Kayak Tours, Munising, Michigan. Enjoy the stunning beauty of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore from the water. We offer a variety of guided sea kayak tours for all ages and experience levels. All kayaking gear included. Uncle Ducky Paddling Michigan Shop, 1331 West M-28, Munising MI 49855. Phone: 906-387-1695

Whitewater Rafting at Piers Gorge with Northwoods Adventures in Iron Mountain, Michigan. Located at the corner of M-95 & US-2 on the north side of Iron Mountain, Northwoods Adventures offers several rafting trips daily. Experienced rafting guides. All equipment provided. Call to schedule a thrilling ride down these exciting rapids. Northwoods Adventures Rafting Outfitter, N4017 US Highway 2, Iron Mountain, MI 40901. Phone: 906-563-5450

• Powersports of Marquette is a full service dealer offering sales, certified service, and parts in the central Upper Peninsula. Snowmobile rental. Sales of boats, pontoons, motors, ATV's, UTV's, snowmobiles, and motorcycles. Marquette Powersports, 241 U. S. 41 East, Negaunee, MI 49866. Phone: 906-401-0444

Snowmobile Trail Report for Marquette County

Enjoy our many Festivals, Arts and Craft Shows, and Special Events that are scheduled throughout the year along with our many sporting events such as sled dog races, mountain bike races, and cross-country ski events.

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