Why So Few People Live In The Northern Part Of Michigan

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  @PugalshishOfficial · 2 years ago (edited)

  The 'c' in Mackinac is silent [mak•kah•nah]. Also, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan has so little population that it's one area code, 906, which has led to September 6th being a local holiday. Sorry for sounding nitpicky, but michigander rhymes with gander.

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  @johnherr9589 · 2 years ago (edited)

  I'm from Rhode Island, but back in May of 2007 I took a driving trip out to Michigan. I crossed Canada, and spent the first night in Frankenmuth. Next I drove north along lake Huron, which was nice, all the way up to Mackinaw City. I then spent a day out on Mackinac Island, and the late afternoon driving along Lake Michigan and the Tunnel of Trees. I thought both Mackinac Island and Tunnel were amazingly beautiful. Next day, I started driving south along the Lake Michigan shoreline, and I was just stunned at how beautiful it was. The blue water, the sand dunes and hills to get long vista's over the lake. And then Silver Lake had the clearest water I've ever seen. Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, Petoskey and Traverse City were all amazing places, and around every corner on the drive was something new to see, some new wonder to be in awe of and new things to explore. Traverse City in particular was just a gem. I had no idea there such big hills in the northern part of the Southern Peninsula. I finally made it down to Saugatuck, which was a cute little town. Next day was spent in Grand Rapids, and walking along the riverwalk, then heading to Ann Arbor. Last day spent touring Ann Arbor, another great town, and then I left the State. It was one of the best trips I've ever taken and I really want to go back. I don't think most of the rest of the country ever hears how ridiculously beautiful Michigan can be.

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• CH

  @christopherjakel1049 · 2 years ago

  As someone on the north side of Michigan, we like our peace and quiet. That's why.

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  @robinlandry518 · 2 years ago

  Wouldve been a great loss to the lower peninsula if we&apos;d lost our beloved upper peninsula. The history, beauty and peace she brings to us is unbelievable<br>❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

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• RY

  @ryanvandy1615 · 2 years ago

  Northern Michigan is absolutely beautiful. Definitely an underrated gem for campers and people that love the great outdoors. Crystal clear lakes and vast forestry.

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• LU

  @lucascaswell9892 · 2 years ago

  Mackinac is pronounced ma-kuh-naa. As a Michigander, it was like a stab to the soul when you said it.

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  @ianbakaitis · 2 years ago

  As a native Michigander, I can confirm this was a good video. Many names were mispronounced, but still good

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  @Rod3E900 · 2 years ago

  Born and raised in Michigan, &nbsp;yet went off to the US Air Force for 35 years. Moved back &quot;home&quot; over 10 years ago...no regrets. I&apos;ve always loved it here !!!

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• BE

  @Benfry57 · 2 years ago (edited)

  Michigan is not ranked 9th in coastline length. It’s only behind Alaska. <br>It is considerably larger than Florida’s and California’s, the second and third runners up.<br>It also holds the distinction of being the largest freshwater coastline in the world.

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  @CaptainObvi2650 · 2 years ago

  Born, Raised and will die in the U.P, Yoopers are a tough breed. Not just anyone can live here and we are happy to have it that way. It is truly somewhere special 💚

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  @markhunger6129 · 2 years ago

  When you are in Michigan you are never more than 6 miles away from any lake or 85 miles from one of the Great Lakes. That’s why Michigan has many charter fishing boats and places to fish. Also if you live above the Mackinac bridge in the upper peninsula you are called a yooper, if you live below the bridge you are called a troll. Great place to live.

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  @TheDoItYourselfWorld · 1 year ago

  Northern Lower Michigan. We drive 45 minutes to go shopping. 45 minutes to go to work. We once had a friend over from California and she was shocked by all the trees. She spent hours driving, looking for a grocery store. When she finally arrived in her rental car one of the first questions was where do you shop around here?<br>In the Army I traveled the World. I wandered for many years. Lived in Germany. Traveled through Europe. Lived in NY. But Michigan was always my favorite place. And here I am once more in the most beautiful State in the US.

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