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Sault-Ste-Marie is situated in the northeast portion of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The St. Mary's River provides the northern border of the town and connects Lake Superior with Lake Huron. Established in 1668, Sault Ste. Marie is America's third oldest city and the oldest city in the Michigan. It is surrounded by scenic beauty and offers clean, fresh air with four seasons of outdoor recreational fun. Two of the most impressive attractions in town are the Soo Locks and the International Bridge. The Soo Locks provide safe passage between Lake Superior and Lake Huron, which have a 21-foot difference in elevation. The first U.S. lock was built in 1850 by the state of Michigan, with various other locks constructed and replaced over the years. Operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, more than 11,000 vessels carrying up to 90 million tons of cargo pass through the Sault Ste. Marie locks every year. The International Bridge spans the St. Mary's River and connects Sault Ste. Marie with Canada. Each year, an International Bridge Walk is held, which allows pedestrians to walk the stretch of highway over the bridge that is possibly the most scenic roadway in Michigan. Other attractions in Sault Ste. Marie include Soo Locks boat tours and dinner cruises, the River of History Museum, the Valley Camp Museum, the Tower of History, Alford Park, Brady Park and much more. Special events held in the town include the Soo Locks Festival, the Professional In-Fisherman Walleye Tournament and the I-500 Snowmobile Race. Recreational opportunities abound year round whether it's snowshoeing through the woods, tubing and ice skating in winter or fishing, boating and hiking in the spring.

Surrounding areas: Cedarville, Michigan (32.6 mi), Paradise, Michigan (34.8 mi), Les Cheneaux Islands, Michigan (35.6 mi), Trout Lake, Michigan (37.7 mi), De Tour Village, Michigan (39.4 mi)

Sault Ste Marie Vacation Rentals




Sault Ste Marie Hotels and Resorts

 
Hotels & Motels
Admiral's Inn2701 I 75 Business SpurSault Ste Marie, MI (906) 632-1130
Crestview Thrifty Inn1200 AshmunSault Ste Marie, MI (906) 635-5213
Holiday Inn Express1171 Riverview WaySault Ste Marie, MI (800) 632-7879
Kewadin Casinos Hotels And Convention Centers2186 Shunk RdSault Ste Marie, MI (800) 539-2346
Ojibway Hotel & Conference CTR240 W Portage AveSault Ste Marie, MI (906) 632-4100
Seaway Motel1800 Ashmun StSault Ste Marie, MI (906) 632-8201
Super 8 Motel-sault Ste Marie3826 I-75 Bus SpurSault Ste Marie, MI (906) 632-8882
Comfort Inn4404 I-75 Business SpurSault Sainte Marie, MI1.4 mi.(906) 635-1118
Econo Lodge3525 I-75 Business SpurSault Sainte Marie, MI1.4 mi.(906) 632-6000
Hampton Inn3295 I-75 Business SpurSault Sainte Marie, MI1.4 mi.(906) 635-3000
Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center3290 I 75 Business SpurSault Sainte Marie, MI1.4 mi.(906) 635-6918
Travelodge4281 I-75 Business SpurSault Sainte Marie, MI1.4 mi.(906) 632-4366

Sault Ste Marie Weather & Climate

The Northeastern Upper Peninsula is one of the coldest and snowiest places in Michigan. It receives an average of 128 inches of snow per year, with a record year of 209 inches. The region also receives an average annual rainfall of 34 inches. The northeastern Upper Peninsula is also one of the cloudiest areas, having over 200 cloudy days per year. All areas of climate are greatly effected by the Great Lakes. Summers are quite pleasant on the UP. For decades, visitors have been coming to this area to escape the hot days of summer and enjoy the cooling lake breezes. Summers tend to be sunny as the cool water of the Lakes cool the air near the earth's surface, producing a stable atmosphere. In an average year, only one or two days reach 90 degrees, while 180 days fall below 32 degrees.

     Month       High Temp   Low Temp   Rainfall   Ocean Temp 
January 21°F 4°F 2.64 in. -
February 24°F 6°F 1.60 in. -
March 33°F 16°F 2.41 in. -
April 48°F 28°F 2.57 in. -
May 63°F 39°F 2.50 in. -
June 70°F 46°F 3.00 in. -
July 75°F 52°F 3.14 in. -
August 74°F 52°F 3.47 in. -
September 64°F 44°F 3.71 in. -
October 52°F 36°F 3.32 in. -
November 38°F 25°F 3.40 in. -
December 27°F 13°F 2.91 in. -

Sault Ste Marie Map & Transportation

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The closest airports in the area are Sault Ste Marie Municipal Sanderson Field (ANJ) located about 1 mile southwest of Sault Ste Marie, the Chippewa County International airport (CIU) located approximately 16 miles southwest of Sault Ste Marie, and finally the Pellston Regional Of Emmet County airport (PLN) located roughly 66 miles southwest of Sault Ste Marie in Pellston, Michigan.

Sault Ste Marie Attractions

 
Golf Courses
Wild Bluff Golf CourseBrimleyMI11.8 mi.
Munoscong Golf ClubPickfordMI22.4 mi.
 
Ski Areas
Nubs NobHarbor SpringsMI78.4 mi.
Boyne USA ResortsBoyne FallsMI94.3 mi.
Treetops SylvanGaylordMI101.2 mi.
Shanty CreekBellaireMI111.3 mi.
 
State Parks
Brimley State ParkMI10.6 mi. 
De Tour State ParkMI39.8 mi. 
 
Museums
Mackinac State Historic ParksMackinac IslandMI45.1 mi.(History)


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