906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935
Winter in Iron County has a quieter presence. Roads empty sooner. Days move more deliberately. The landscape doesn’t ask much of you, and it rarely rushes. For travelers considering a winter weekend away, this part of the Upper Peninsula offers something simple: enough to do, enough space to pause, and enough flexibility to let the weekend take its own shape. Planning a Trip to Iron County? Winter weekends work best here when plans stay flexible. Shorter days, changing weather, and … read more A Winter Weekend Getaway in Iron County
WinterFest returns to Iron County on Saturday, February 21, 2026, bringing a full day of classic Upper Peninsula winter experiences to Crystal Falls. Hosted at Young’s Golf Recreation Dining, this seventh annual celebration blends outdoor recreation, family friendly activities, food and drink specials, and live music into an easy, all ages winter event. For families and winter travelers, WinterFest offers a simple reason to plan a late February trip no specialized skills required, just warm layers and a willingness to … read more WinterFest 2026: Celebrate Michigan Snow Culture in Iron County
Winter in Iron County has a quieter rhythm, frozen lakes, crisp air, and space to slow down. For couples and winter travelers looking for something different around Valentine’s Day. Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend offers a simple reason to get outside and try ice fishing without committing to a license. In February 2026, Iron River becomes an easy base for a low pressure winter weekend: explore the ice, enjoy the scenery, and see what winter recreation looks like without crowds or … read more Free Fishing Weekend in Iron County (Feb 14-15)
January is peak winter in Iron County. Snow cover is established, trails are groomed, and conditions are typically at their most reliable. Michigan’s Free Snowmobiling Weekend on January 10–11 removes the trail permit requirement statewide, making it an easy time to plan a winter trip without added barriers. While the free weekend applies across Michigan, Iron County stands out for visitors who want connected trail systems, consistent snow, and a destination that supports snowmobiling as part of a larger winter … read more Free Snowmobiling Weekend in Iron County (Jan 10-11)
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents Why Winter Is Prime Time in Iron County Winter is when Iron County reaches its most reliable conditions for outdoor travel. Snowmobiling trails are groomed and connected, lakes are fully frozen for ice fishing, and the mid winter event calendar is structured around peak seasonal access rather than holiday crowds. From free snowmobiling and fishing weekends to community events like WinterFest, these mid season weekends reflect how … read more Winter Events in Iron County 2026
906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935
906-265-9244
1700 County Road 424
Gaastra, MI 49917
906-265-3611
1257 W Ice Lake Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
800-362-7853
373 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
800-DO-BRULE
906-265-4957
397 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
906-822-7713
1968 US 141 Highway
Amasa, MI 49903
Iron County is one of the Upper Peninsula’s best kept secrets. From camping to fishing, hunting to canoeing, mountain biking to forest bathing – no matter your interests, the great outdoors and clear crisp air await you here.