Take a Virtual Getaway to One of Your Favorite Up North Towns

You might not be able to travel to your favorite Up North places right now. (We miss you and can’t wait until you can safely visit!) Until you’re able to visit in person, several northern Wisconsin and UP Michigan communities provide would-be visitors with creative ways to enjoy Up North sights and sounds from the safety and comfort of their homes. Take a virtual trip to one of your favorite Up North towns today.

Minocqua, Wisconsin

Minocqua’s Virtual Vacation provides you with not only a live webcam so you can check in on your favorite Island City views but also two playlists to set the Minocqua mood. One playlist features Northwoods nature sounds so you can sit back and imagine you are relaxing at the lake or sitting by the campfire at your cabin. The other playlist puts you at your favorite Northwoods hangout as it features some of the popular musicians who play there.

St. Germain, Wisconsin

St. Germain’s new series, Chamber Chats, brings the St. Germain–area people and places that you miss right to your screen. Visit the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook page to watch the latest episode in the series.

Vilas County, Wisconsin

If the stress of these unusual times is weighing on your shoulders, take five minutes and relax with this video, bringing you a serene view of one of Vilas County’s many pristine lakes.

Lake Gogebic Area, Michigan

Are you missing the UP? Tune in to the live cam to see what’s happening in the Lake Gogebic Area right now, or look through their photo gallery to reminisce about your memorable vacations and inspire your next trip to the area.

Hayward Lakes, Wisconsin

There’s nothing quite like the nostalgic charm of Northwest Wisconsin. Here, you can get a 360-degree view of several lakes in the Hayward Lakes Area and zoom in to see some of the resorts and attractions up close.

Marquette, Michigan

Jonesing for a road trip? Come along on MI Playground’s adventures in Marquette. You’ll have a head start on planning your incredible itinerary for your future trip to Marquette.

Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua, Bayfield County, Wisconsin

What’s summer without a trip to Bayfield to explore the area and see your favorite band at Big Top Chautauqua? We know it’s not summer yet, but we all can use some carefree Up North summer feelings. Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua posts the Tiny Tent Show live on Fridays at 7 p.m. on Facebook and YouTube. So let the music lift your spirits and inspire your future vacations on the shores of Lake Superior.