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Northern major peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan
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The Upper Peninsula (known throughout Michigan and in surrounding areas as "the UP", or sometimes "the Yoop") is a region of Michigan. It is not connected (except by a bridge) to the rest of the state, but is connected at its southwestern end to Wisconsin. Therefore, in general the Upper Peninsula is located much closer to Ontario, Canada and the neighboring state of Wisconsin than with the Lower Peninsula, separated by a small channel connecting Lakes Michigan and Huron. This gives the region a distinct style and heritage of its own. As a result, it shares much more in common with its neighbors in Wisconsin and Canada than with the Lower Peninsula of Michigan.
By bike
Cyclists also enjoy touring through the UP, using the main roads above as well as many less-travelled county roads. In winter, many of the old rail beds are travelled by snowmobilers.
By plane
By air, the UP can be accessed using Marquette's Sawyer (MQT), Sault Ste.
You need your own vehicle (car, SUV, camper, bicycle, motorcycle), unless you are sailing.
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