Winter Specials
Stay with Superior Stay Hotel to get special benefits and discounts at several Winter activities in Marquette. Plan your Winter Holidays and explore the unexplored-snowy Marquette with Superior Stay Hotel before the whites melt away.
STAY WITH USSpecials
Winter Specials
Stay with Superior Stay Hotel to get special benefits and discounts at several Winter Sports activity places.
Plan your Winter Holidays and explore the unexplored-snowy Marquette with Superior Stay Hotel before the whites melt away.
WHAT TO DO IN
Winter in Marquette
With the winter season in full swing, it’s time to get out and play in the snow! Marquette is known as the Upper Peninsula’s winter wonderland and has many places to explore in the winter season. It has some of U.P.’s best snow trails for snow biking, snowshoeing, skiing, surfing, ice fishing, and all family fun activities. These winter activities in Marquette make it the ideal moment to take the whole family out to enjoy the snowy, frosty wonderland.
POPULAR THINGS TO DO TO
Enjoy Winter Activities in Marquette
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is the most ingenious way to explore the wilderness of Marquette, also the simplest.
Fat tire Biking
In Marquette, Biking doesn't stop when the snow falls; the bike tires just get a little wider.
Skiing
Home to some of the best skiing trails in Michigan, with fresh snow and scenic cliffs as far as the eye can see.
Surfing
Surfing in Marquette is usually seen as a summer sport, but there is plenty of fun surfing during wintertime if you wrap up warm.
Ice Fishing
Marquette is home to loads of lakes and ponds, most of which offer the potential to yield substantial catches through the ice.
Snowmobiling
Snowmobiling in Marquette is a lot of fun. You drive over white blankets of snow as far as you can see.
Sleighing
Marquette is a popular destination for winter sleigh rides in Michigan and is the best way to experience Marquette's natural winter beauty.
MARQUETTE’S WINTER SPORTS
2023 – 24 Winter Sports Events in Marquette
Marquette considers winter the most privileged season of all. There’s so much happening around us each winter, other than the winter activities in Marquette and it can be tricky deciding which Marquette Winter sports events and festivals to attend. Here are a few of our favorite winter sports celebrations and family-friendly events that occur near the Superior Stay Hotel.
Noquemanon Ski Marathon
The Noquemanon Ski Marathon in Marquette has been fascinating the best and recreational cross country skiers from across the world for over two decades. It takes place from 24th to 26th January. The Noquemanon trails are famous for their rugged and natural Upper Peninsula forest course and its distinct region. Many areas on the full marathon route are isolated, which adds to a skier's adventure factor.. Signup here if interested.
Polar Roll
Taking place on 15th &16th February, Polar Roll is the largest Fat-bike event in the whole of Michigan. Explore the west end of Marquette County, see traces of the once-thriving mining industry, and meet some fun yoopers with the 906 Adventure Team - a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people to become the best version of themselves through outdoor adventure.
UP 200
The UP 200 held in Marquette is one of America's top-notch sled dog races. The race trail covers over 240 miles of challenging terrain through the areas of Marquette to Grand Marais, Wetmore, and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. It finishes at Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette.
Where to get Equipment for Winter sports activities?
For your trip to Marquette, the only thing you’ll need to carry is yourself and your adventurous soul, we’ll be happy to help you with the rest. Superior Stay Hotel is located minutes away from the Downwind Sports Shop and MQT Bike Rentals, they can help you with all the winter sports equipment and services that you will need for your favorite winter activity. From Snowshoes, Fat tire bikes, Skis to Surfboard, you’ll find every little thing here that’ll be needed.
MQT Bike Rental Store
MQT Bike Rental store provides multitudes of choices for fat-tire bikes. They rent fat bikes for all seasons, cruisers, 24″ kids bikes, and a limited amount of mountain bikes. They offer free delivery and pick-up at the Superior Stay Hotel.
Down Wind Sports
From Snowshoes, Fat tire bikes, Skis to Surfboard, everything can be easily found here. Whenever you purchase at Down Wind Sports, you are investing in the highest quality, longest-lasting clothing and equipment.
- Brands such as Tubbs and Crescent Moons for Snowshoes are available at the store at a rent of $20/day, and you can even try before buying to make sure you buy the correct size.
- Rent for the Skis is $30/day. Check out the latest equipment from brands like Rossignol, Volkl, K2, Blizzard, Tecnica, and Marker. Need some wax? They can help you out with that as well.
- You can find Surfing boards from Boardworks and Patagonia here for rental or buying as well. Don’t forget to grab a thick bodysuit for yourself before making it to the shore.
Stay with us in Marquette during the Winter Season
& let us help you make it the best Winter Holiday
While you plan for all of your winter adventures in Marquette, you can be assured that your stay at Superior Stay Hotel will be comfortable, enjoyable, and safe. It is a new boutique hotel located at a prime location, as it’s easier to explore every Winter activity Marquette has to offer. Most of the winter sports events are located within a short drive from the hotel. So, you’ll drive a little less and enjoy yourself a lot more. Our hotel is situated within walking distance of several restaurants, Local Breweries, local food places. Our modern amenities assure you of homely comfort and convenience throughout your stay. Best of all, as a small hotel, we take pride in providing you personalized service – let us know ahead of time that you are visiting for some Winter Sports activities and fun, and we will get you connected with the local resources you need.
