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Category Archives: Travel Planning
Annual Free Fishing Weekend
For many, the annual Free Fishing Weekend has become a tradition – a time to get together and have some fishing fun. This weekend offers the opportunity for new fishing enthusiasts to wet a line with friends and family. It’s also a perfect time for youth fishing derbies. In Iron County, two derbies are scheduled for Saturday, June 7. The long-established Lake Ottawa Kids Fishing Derby participants will keep the Ottawa National Forest rangers busy logging in their catches. At … read more Annual Free Fishing Weekend
Fish Populations On Chicaugon Lake
Fish Populations On Chicaugon Lake DNR fisheries electroshocking boats worked the shoreline of Chicaugon Lake on May 13. The boats are equipped with boom shockers that extend off the front, nets, live wells and any other field equipment needed. CRYSTAL FALLS—Spring spawning is the time to check population estimates by collecting data on area waters. It’s cold. It’s wet. It’s part of the job for the DNR fisheries division. It’s part of the experience for the volunteers that assist them … read more Fish Populations On Chicaugon Lake
Turkey Season In Iron County
The significance of it may have gone unnoticed by many, but to hunters Monday, April 21, was a big day in Michigan – opening day of spring turkey-hunting season. Michigan annually ranks among the top 10 states in the union for wild turkey harvest – an almost astounding fact, as 100 years ago there wasn’t a wild turkey to be found in the state. Though experts believe the state was home to around 100,000 birds in preColum bian times, the … read more Turkey Season In Iron County
Fishing Season Opens May 15
Muskellunge, Northern Pike & Walleye Fishing Seasons in the Upper Peninsula Opens May 15, 2014 Any parent, grandparent or adult who has tried to take young children out angling knows you need to find some fishing action without too much delay. Accomplishing that will make it an enjoyable and lasting outing. For open water season,pan fish fishing is probably the best option available locally. If you are taking several children, and unless you have a larger boat,it is good to … read more Fishing Season Opens May 15
Trout Season is here in Michigan
With the trout fishing season just opened this weekend, anglers from around Michigan will be heading to area rivers and streams to have their share of the catch. With this article from Howard Meyerson of The Grand Rapids Press; this fishing season we might see a few changes in the rivers and streams in the state of Michigan. Michigan’s trout fishing season opened April 26 on more than 1,400 rivers and streams. Add nearly 200 others open year-round, and by … read more Trout Season is here in Michigan
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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
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.