Growing up I never realized it, but Michigan's Upper Peninsula (the U.P.) is a bit of a mysterious place to a lot of people. Having grown up there, nothing about it ever seemed that mystifying about it.

But, it turns out that's not the case for most.

👇Did You Know There's More Than One Bridge to Enter the U.P.?👇

So, as the resident Yooper around here, I decided that I should put together a bit of a guide, the A to Z of things that you'll find in Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula.

There are the things that you'd expect - food you'll find, places to check out, but more than that, there are some things that you may not know about if you've never lived in or visited the Upper Peninsula.

READ MORE: These Are the Must-Visit Hidden Gem Towns in the U.P. 

Whether you're a foodie, a sightseer, an outdoors person, or someone who loves to check out the quirky and unique things in the places that you visit, you'll find something for everyone in this A to Z list.

Even if you've lived in the U.P. for your whole life, you may find some things that will surprise you.

The A to Z of Michigan's U.P.

Michigan's Upper Peninsula is a bit of a mystery to some. Here's a guide to things you'll find in the U.P from A to Z. 

Gallery Credit: Wendy Reed

24 Bridges to Enter the Upper Peninsula of Michigan that Aren't the Mackinac Bridge

Some people just don't enjoy crossing the majestic Mackinac Bridge. For others it's not in the route of thier travel. There are at least 24 other bridges that travelers can use to enter Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Here they are from east to west