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Hidden Gems in Iron County Michigan

Hidden Gems in Iron County Michigan: Scenic Spots You Might Not Know About Iron County in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is known for its forests, lakes, and outdoor recreation. Many visitors come for well known destinations like major waterfalls or popular trail systems. What some travelers don’t realize is that the region is also full of quiet places that offer beautiful scenery. From peaceful lakes to scenic parks and quiet river walks, these hidden gems provide a chance to explore a … read more Hidden Gems in Iron County Michigan→

Mushroom Hunting In Upper Michigan

Mushroom hunting combines the allure of the outdoors with the satisfaction of discovery, the pleasure of good food, and the benefits of exercise and learning, making it a rewarding and beloved pastime for many.  Ready to embark on a real-life treasure hunt in the woods? The mushroom hunting craze is catching fire, and it’s easy to see why! Just imagine the thrill of spotting those hidden gems popping up from the forest floor. You’re not alone in this exciting quest … read more Mushroom Hunting In Upper Michigan→

Things to Do in Iron County, Michigan This Spring

Iron River • Crystal Falls • Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Spring comes late to Iron County and then all at once, with the rivers running high on snowmelt, the loons back the week the ice goes out, and the trout opener on the last Saturday in April. Here’s every spring guide we have, with the openers and the weekends worth planning around, month by month. Find Lodging Things to Do This Spring AI Travel Assistant APR. 24 Trout streams open, the … read more Things to Do in Iron County, Michigan This Spring→

Hiking and Biking Trails in Iron County, Michigan

Spring & Summer Trails • Iron County, Michigan Hardwood ridges above Lake Ottawa, towering pines at Lake Mary Plains, new singletrack in the woods around Iron River and a paved path along the river into Caspian. Here’s where to hike and ride in Iron County from snowmelt to late summer, and what to know before you go. Find the Trails AI Travel Assistant 9 MILES Of hilly hardwood trail on the Ge-Che at Lake Ottawa 13+ MILES Of hike-and-bike two-track … read more Hiking and Biking Trails in Iron County, Michigan→

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Memorial Day in Iron County, Michigan

Iron County • Michigan • Upper Peninsula Iron County still keeps Memorial Day the old way, with the flags, the color guards and the names read out in the cemeteries on Monday morning. Here’s where the services usually are, town by town, and what opens for the long weekend that starts summer in the U.P. Memorial Day Services AI Travel Assistant MAY 31, 2027 Memorial Day falls on the last Monday in May 9 AM When the Crystal Falls parade … read more Memorial Day in Iron County, Michigan→

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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Lodge

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

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Ski Brule
Village

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

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Pines

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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