906-214-2308
906-265-9100
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Iron River, MI 49935
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September in Iron County: Fall Colors and Fun-Filled Weekends
Looking for the perfect U.P. escape? Discover Fall Colors and Fun-Filled Weekends September is a magical time in the Upper Peninsula. It’s when the first hints of autumn color begin to paint the landscape, the air turns crisp and refreshing, and the calendar is packed with fun. If you’re looking for the perfect weekend escape, now is the time to plan your trip to Iron County! Combine the start of the spectacular fall color season with a fantastic local event. … read more September in Iron County: Fall Colors and Fun-Filled Weekends
Upper Michigan Fall Colors
Fall color in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula does not arrive all at once. The season generally begins in mid to late September and reaches peak color across different parts of the U.P. through the first three weeks of October. The timing changes from west to east, with interior areas generally changing before forests closer to the Great Lakes. That progression is one of the reasons the U.P. works so well for a Fall color trip. You are not limited to one … read more Upper Michigan Fall Colors
U.P. Fall Color Tour
The best fall color drives in Iron County follow US-2, Forest Highway 16 and US-141. Along the way, you’ll see rolling hills, wooded stretches and long views across the valleys. Give yourself an afternoon and take your time. There is plenty of country to explore. Fall color usually begins showing around the middle of September and lasts for roughly three weeks, although the timing changes from year to year. Where are the best fall color drives in Iron County? US-2 … read more U.P. Fall Color Tour
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
ATV Riding in Iron County Michigan: What Makes This Area Unique?
ATV Riding in Iron County Michigan Many ATV destinations are known for a specific trail. Iron County is different because the experience is built around exploration. Located in Michigan’s western Upper Peninsula, Iron County gives riders access to a vast network of trails that connect forests, public lands, rivers, and small communities throughout the region. Instead of spending the day riding the same loop, visitors often create their own route and discover new stretches of trail along the way. For … read more ATV Riding in Iron County Michigan: What Makes This Area Unique?
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- September in Iron County: Fall Colors and Fun-Filled WeekendsLooking for the perfect U.P. escape? Discover Fall Colors and Fun-Filled Weekends September is a magical time in the Upper Peninsula. It’s when the […]
- Upper Michigan Fall ColorsFall color in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula does not arrive all at once. The season generally begins in mid to late September and reaches peak color […]
- U.P. Fall Color TourThe best fall color drives in Iron County follow US-2, Forest Highway 16 and US-141. Along the way, you’ll see rolling hills, wooded stretches and […]
Fall Hiking Trails in Iron County, MichiganFall hiking trails in Iron County Michigan give you a chance to experience autumn from the trail instead of from behind the windshield. From hardwood […]
Rewarding Places to Stay in Michigan
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by Wyndham
Chicaugon
Lake Inn
906-265-9244
1700 County Road 424
Gaastra, MI 49917
Lakeshore Motel
Ice Lake
906-265-3611
1257 W Ice Lake Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
Pioneer
Lodge
800-362-7853
373 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
Ski Brule
Village
800-DO-BRULE
906-265-4957
397 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
Tall
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.