Sault Ste Marie's Blog

Making memories on the Lynn Trail System

Posted on March 25th, 2020

Where is a good place to hike in Sault Ste. Marie? The Lynn Trail System at the Sault Area Recreation Area is a great place for a hike. A hidden piece of heaven in the middle of Sault Ste. Marie…the William Lynn Trail System. Many locals know the Sault Seal Recreation Area as the best place to go tubing th… read more..

Walking in a Winged Winter Wonderland in Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on February 27th, 2020

Sault Ste. Marie is the premier winter birding destination in all of Michigan, and one of the best American winter birding locales east of the Mississippi. The fields, forest, and water around Sault Ste. Marie attracts a wide variety of winter specialties that can’t be found any further so… read more..

3 Must See Silent Sports Trails Around Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on February 26th, 2020

In Sault Ste. Marie, winter is embraced with open arms and a sense of adventure! The best way to experience the beautiful woods and wildlife in the Eastern Upper Peninsula is to strap on some snowshoes or step into your cross-country skis and hit the trails! Lucky for us, there are three awesome trails… read more..

4 Ice Rinks you can’t miss in Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on February 11th, 2020

When you’re known as the “Original Hockey Town, USA,” you’re bound to have a handful of ice rinks that have played host to entertainment for decades. From hockey to figure skating to free-skating, Sault Ste. Marie has an ice rink for everyone. In all, the Soo boasts five rinks. Two are owned b… read more..

Nightlife in downtown Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on February 4th, 2020

Sault Ste. Marie has limitless outdoor activities to enjoy during the day, but did you know that the nightlife in the Soo is just as exciting? From live music to your chance to have a drink with a ghost, the nightlife in downtown Sault Ste. Marie does not disappoint. Get some grub Downtown Sault Ste. Mar… read more..

The 52nd I-500 races into the Sault Ste. Marie February 1

Posted on January 24th, 2020

It’s that time of year again! The International-500 Snowmobile Race will be taking place Saturday, Feb. 1, at the I-500 track in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan! This event attracts the best of the best riders from all over the United States and Canada. The competition is fierce and promises to bri… read more..

Downtown Winter Ice Festival returning to Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on January 21st, 2020

Chiseled frozen statues, an evening of chilling competition and a day of cool outdoor fun will be on tap as the Fifth Annual Sault Ste. Marie Downtown Winter Ice Festival returns on Saturday, February 15, 2020. As with year’s past, frozen statues ranging from animals, cartoon characters and busi… read more..

Cherishing Christmas Memories in Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on December 24th, 2019

Whether it’s carolers going door to door spreading joy, horse-drawn carriage rides downtown to go shopping or gazing at one of the city’s many Christmas trees over the years, Sault Ste. Marie has been home to many holiday memories. Just as the city cherishes its history, it has also made sure thi… read more..

5 Ways to find fun at the Sault Seal Recreation Area

Posted on December 17th, 2019

We are well into the winter season in Sault Ste. Marie, and you know what that means…the Sault Seal Recreation Area is opening soon! A popular place for all ages, you will often find entire families having the time of their lives enjoying the recreation area in at least one of these five ways. The… read more..

5 Books by Local Authors to Read this Winter

Posted on December 16th, 2019

On Jan. 1, 2020, Lake Superior State University in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, will announce the 45th Banished Words List – a collection of misused, over-used, and useless words that offend the literary senses. More than a gimmick, the annual list reflects the well-earned literary spunk of this… read more..