Looking to get tatted Up North? Whether you're adding a tattoo to the collection to commemorate your adventures in Michigan or just looking to schedule your first needle-poke, there are tons of talented artists here to get you started! We asked you for your Top 7...
Try the Single-Varietal Ciders at Two K Farms in Suttons Bay
Two K Farms in Suttons Bay is doing cider differently—and we’re impressed. We recently stopped by the tasting room to learn more about and, and most importantly, sample their new single-varietal ciders.We’re confident that once you taste what’s going on at Two K,...
3 New Outdoor Adventures You Can’t Miss in Northern Michigan
Even if you think you’ve seen and done it all in Northern Michigan, there's always new excursions popping up! From clear kayaks to wilderness exploration - here are 3 new outdoor adventures to help you enjoy even more of Northern Michigan’s natural beauty.Hike...
Red Hot Best: Up North’s Top 7 Places to get Takeout
Whether you’re looking for something quick to grab or you just don’t feel like cleaning up after dinner - takeout is here for you! From drive-in burger joints in St. Ignace to pancakes to-go in Elk Rapids, you voted for Northern Michigan’s Top 7 places to get takeout...
The Ultimate Guide to Gaylord: Michigan’s Alpine City
Featuring nearly 100 inland lakes, a downtown shopping scene and great spots to unwind with a local brew or craft cocktail, Gaylord is full of hidden gems. From delicious restaurants to outdoor fun, here are the musts for your Northern Michigan vacation or visit to...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Golf Courses
Northern Michigan’s rolling hills and scenic overlooks make it a unique place for a spectacular game of golf. What are you waiting for? Throw your clubs in the car and head North! You voted for Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Golf Courses in each region—here are your...
Red Hot Best 2021: Top 7 Northern Michigan Hiking Trails
Northern Michigan’s incredible scenic landscapes and miles of marked trails have long made it a hiker’s paradise, whether you’re climbing sand dunes in Empire or hiking through wetlands in Ludington. You voted for Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Hiking Trails in each...
Red Hot Best 2021: Top 7 Front Line Workers
From deli clerks to health care professionals, we are thankful beyond words to ALL of our frontline workers in Northern Michigan. Their unwavering hard work, sacrifice and bravery during the Covid-19 pandemic does not go unnoticed by our communities. You voted for the...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Real Estate Agents
Whether you’re looking for a waterfront property on Charlevoix’s Chain of Lakes or a quaint home in the heart of outdoor recreation in Grayling, these real estate agents can help you find your happy place Up North. You voted for Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Real Estate...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Food Trucks
We love our kitchens on wheels in Northern Michigan! From taco trucks in Traverse City to rolling smokehouse in Charlevoix, we’ve got it all! You voted for the Top 7 food trucks in each region. Here are your winners! A record-breaking 16,000 people voted in MyNorth’s...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Beaches
With more than 3,000 miles of freshwater coastline, it’s no surprise that Michigan has some ROCK-ing beaches! You voted for the Top 7 beaches in each region. Here are your winners.Searching for more gorgeous beaches? Visit our Northern Michigan Beaches page to start...
The Story Behind the UP’s New Elise M. Kummer Nature Preserve
Motivated by a childhood passion for preserving Michigan’s incredible natural landscape, Walter Kummer purchased a nearly 600-acre plot of land in the Upper Peninsula for a new nature preserve. Learn more about this Northern Michigan nature preserve and Walter's...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 6 Wineries
Northern Michigan’s unsuspecting microclimate for growing grapes has made it a destination for wine aficionados from all over the world. From over 40 wineries spread across Michigan’s fingertips, you voted for the Top 6 Wineries in each region. Here are your winners -...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Fishing Charters
Michigan's magical waters have long been fishing destinations for first-time anglers and experienced fishermen alike. For vacationers that want to make the most of their time on the water, turn to the help of expert anglers to help you reel in the best fish Michigan...
Frankfort’s Garden Theater Hits $2.1 Million Campaign Goal
The Friends of the Garden Theater in Frankfort announced last week they are concluding their restoration campaign after reaching their $2.1 million goal. Learn more about this campaign and how these funds will impact the restoration and longevity of the Garden...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Breweries
You voted for the Top 7 Breweries in each region of Northern Michigan and the results are in! Whether you prefer IPAs, classic stouts, or hard ciders, Northern Michigan has a brewery perfect for you. Find yours by checking out our 2021 Red Hot Best winners below!A...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Events
You voted for the Top 7 Events in each Northern Michigan region and the results are in. From small-town coastal art festivals to record-breaking cherry pie contests at national festivals, Up North knows how to celebrate community. Here are your winners!A...
Your Guide to Local Suttons Bay Restaurants, Taverns & Bars
Our Suttons Bay restaurant guide is here! From the tasting menu at Wren to the Biergarten at Hop Lot, there are options for all in this Leelanau Peninsula town. Check out what's being served up in Suttons Bay. Bon Appétit!This post is regularly updated. Sutton’s Bay...
Red Hot Best 2021: Top 7 Up North Outdoor Dining Restaurants
In the wake of Covid-19, restaurants have embraced open-air dining as the way of the future; many using the natural backdrop of Northern Michigan to enhance their outdoor spaces. You voted for the Top 7 Outdoor Dining Spots in each region. Here are your winners—get...
Red Hot Best 2021: Northern Michigan’s Top 7 Hotels
The votes are in! Whether you prefer frequenting posh hotel bars with craft cocktails or filling up on a delicious, chef-prepared breakfast at a cozy B&B, Northern Michigan has it all. Here are the Red Hot Best top hotels across each region in Northern Michigan.A...