Michigan is something of a hidden gem on the weekender scene. Which lake towns make the best destinations for quick trips or even longer sojourns?

There are many small towns in Michigan, but these six stood out to readers on USA TODAY's Readers' Choice Awards. Here's what makes them unique.

The Keweenaw Peninsula, located on Michigan's Upper Peninsula, is one of the snowiest areas in ... All snowfall totals have been obtained from each resort's website on April 3, 2025: ...

“With this executive action, Michigan will allow expanded flexibility for truck drivers to ensure the supply of fuel can be delivered to communities in the Upper Peninsula that need it the most ...

laying over 1,400 miles of fiber optic cable this year to connect unserved and underserved homes and businesses across Michigan's Upper Peninsula," said Bruce Moore, COO of Highline. This event ...