Iron County Lodging Association

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131st Annual U.P. Volunteer Firefighters Tournament

The 131st Annual U.P. Volunteer Firefighters Tournament will be held July 24–26, 2026, in Caspian, Michigan, hosted by the Caspian–Gaastra Fire Department. For more than 130 years, volunteer fire departments from across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin have gathered during the last weekend of July for a weekend of competition, parades, community events, and camaraderie. Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents AI Travel Assistant: Plan Smarter, Travel Better Planning a trip to … read more 131st Annual U.P. Volunteer Firefighters Tournament→

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Relic Ride in Crystal Falls, Michigan

Crystal Falls • Michigan • Every Winter Once a winter, the old sleds come out of the garages. Riders fire up snowmobiles from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s and ride them together from Crystal Falls down to Alpha and back. It’s the Relic Ride, and anyone with a vintage sled is welcome. When Is the Next Ride? AI Travel Assistant MID-WINTER The date is set once there’s snow. In 2026 it was Feb. 14 20 MILES Crystal Falls to Alpha … read more Relic Ride in Crystal Falls, Michigan→

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WinterFest 2026: Celebrate Michigan Snow Culture 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→

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Christmas & December Events in Iron County

  The crisp winter air has arrived and the spirit of the Holidays, Santa & his reindeers, Mrs. Clause, and those beautiful twinkling lights are all around.  Are you ready to jump into the season?  There is always something to do in Iron County, come stay, and play for a while – we have plenty of Christmas Events going on to choose from: Nov 29 – Dec 14: Christmas Tree Galleria [Iron County Historical Museum] December 4:  Stambaugh Elementary Annual … read more Christmas & December Events in Iron County→

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Brule Bash 2027 at Ski Brule

Ski Brule • Iron River • March 20–21, 2027 Every March, Ski Brule closes out the season with a party on the slopes. Ski in a costume for half-price lift tickets, then spend the weekend on races, a costume parade, bounce houses, sled dog rides and live music. That’s Brule Bash. The Schedule AI Travel Assistant MAR. 20–21 Saturday and Sunday, 2027, at Ski Brule HALF PRICE Lift tickets when you ski in full costume FREE Bash events and activities, … read more Brule Bash 2027 at Ski Brule→

Rewarding Places to Stay in Michigan

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906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935

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Lake Inn

906-265-9244
1700 County Road 424
Gaastra, MI 49917

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Ice Lake

906-265-3611
1257 W Ice Lake Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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800-362-7853
373 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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800-DO-BRULE
906-265-4957
397 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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906-822-7713
1968 US 141 Highway
Amasa, MI 49903

Iron County Michigan Visitors Guide

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.

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