906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935
Category Archives: Things to do
Fall Colors in Iron County, Michigan
Iron County • Michigan • Upper Peninsula The maples go red along the Paint River, the aspens go gold on the hills, and Iron County’s color usually peaks in the last week of September and the first days of October. Here’s when it turns, where to see it, and how to check the color before you drive up. Fall Color Map AI Travel Assistant MID-SEPT The first red shows in the swamp maples LATE SEPT. Peak color usually runs from … read more Fall Colors in Iron County, Michigan
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
Family Fun in Iron County, MI
Explore Iron County This Summer Summer in Iron County is less about packed schedules and crowded attractions and more about spending time outside at your own pace. Families visiting Michigan’s western Upper Peninsula will find quiet lakes, scenic backroads, easy waterfall stops, and small towns that make it easy to build a relaxed summer getaway. With more than 200 lakes, hundreds of miles of rivers, and forests spread throughout the county, families can spend the day swimming, paddling, fishing, spotting … read more Family Fun in Iron County, MI
Fishing in Iron County, Michigan
Iron County • Michigan • Upper Peninsula Hundreds of lakes, wild trout streams and something biting in every month of the year. Whether you’re after a walleye dinner, a trophy musky or a bucket of bluegill with the kids, here’s where to start. Pick Your Fish AI Travel Assistant MAY 15 Walleye and pike season opens on inland lakes ALL YEAR Perch, bluegill and crappie, with no size limit $10 A 24-hour fishing license. Kids under 17 fish free APRIL … read more Fishing in Iron County, Michigan
Golfing in Iron County Michigan
There is something different about golfing in Iron County Michigan. Instead of crowded tee times and busy resort traffic, golfers here experience quiet fairways, forested landscapes, small town charm, and scenic views that make every round feel connected to the Northwoods. From championship golf overlooking Chicaugon Lake to scenic nine hole courses above the Paint River, Iron County offers a golf experience that feels relaxed, approachable, and uniquely Upper Peninsula. Whether you are planning a weekend golf getaway or simply … read more Golfing in Iron County Michigan
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Duck and Goose Hunting in Iron County, MichiganIron County • Michigan Iron County is river, pond and lake country, and the ducks and geese come through it every fall. Here’s the water to […]
Morel Mushroom Hunting in Iron County, MichiganIron County • Michigan • Upper Peninsula When the serviceberry blooms and the aspen leaf out, morels come up in the Iron County hardwoods. […]
Waterfalls in Iron County, MichiganIron County • Michigan • Upper Peninsula Three waterfalls run inside Iron County, each one tucked down in the rock and the hardwoods off a back […]
Christmas Tree Galleria in Caspian, MICaspian • Michigan • Nov. 28 – Dec. 13, 2026 For two weeks every holiday season, more than fifty Christmas trees, each one decorated by […]
Rewarding Places to Stay in Michigan
AmericInn
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.