Parking
State Street Parking – Two-hour parking is available along State Street. Perfect for a quick shopping trip or grabbing a bite to eat or an ice cream cone, this free parking is clearly marked. No overnight parking is allowed.
Chambers Alley Lot – Parking is available behind the business between Central Hill and Truckey Street. These spots are free for the first three hours, unless signs say otherwise.
Marquette Street Lot – Located across the street from Little Bear East Arena at 275 Marquette Street, this paid parking lot offers spots for $10 per day from December 1 through March 31, and $8 per day from April 1 through November 30. Overnight parking is an additional $10. To pay for parking, register your license plate with the HONK app, a digital parking platform, using your smartphone.
Dock 3 – Parking at Dock 3 is free for daily park and playground visitors. For commercial use, including Arnold Freight, permit parking is paid by using the drop box payment solution for daily, weekly, monthly, or annual parking. These permits are also available in the Clerk’s Office at City Hall.
Boat Launch – For those using the boat launch, parking here is $6 per day. This is valid for vehicles with trailers attached. Additional free three-hour parking is located nearby at the end of Hazelton Street.
Public Marina – Parking at the St. Ignace Marina is available for Marina customers and their guests.
EUP Travel Tips
Bring a paper map or take screenshots of your map – Cell phone service can be spotty to nonexistent in certain areas of the EUP, making it risky to rely on your smartphone for directions.
Bring a fully charged power bank and your charging cable – Roaming and searching for a GPS or data signal can drain a smartphone battery quickly.
Call ahead and make reservations – We might be sparsely populated, but we are popular. While you may find lodging and eating accommodations without planning, it’s risky to head north without a confirmed reservation, especially on weekends and during events. Establishments may not be open as late as you’re used to, so be sure to check hours online or by calling to make sure you don’t miss your chance at a tasty meal!
Pack for the ever-changing weather – Temperatures can fluctuate, especially along the lakeshores. Dress in, or bring along, layers. Also, if you’re going exploring or adventuring, pack extra shoes and socks in case things end up more rugged than you planned.
Bring supplies – Should you end up stranded in your car or on a trail, you will want to be prepared to spend a day, or even a night, in the wilderness. Have a well-stocked emergency bag with snacks, water, blankets, and a tarp, among other necessities.
Get gas and use the restroom when you can – Gas stations can be few and far between once you get into the heart of the Upper Peninsula. Also, if you think you should use the restroom when you’ve stopped to fill up, that means you probably should. Not only are gas stations limited, but rest areas are as well.
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