Hiking & Biking

Unofficially, the first sign of spring may not be the robin but rather the first hiker or biker on the Apple Blossom Trail, which runs from Iron River through Caspian. See the hike and bike section for details on this and other trails.

 

Bewabic State Park: (906) 875-3324

Website | Map (pdf)

• Located 4.5 miles West of Crystal Falls (6 minute drive from Crystal Falls)
• Trail is a little over 3km (2 miles) and takes roughly 45-60min  to complete
• Recreational Pass is required to enter
• Trail can be accessed through the campground
• Walking/hiking/biking friendly

Eat/Shop in Crystal Falls:

• Crystal Fresh Market & Ace Hardware (website)
• Buddha Bean Coffee (Facebook page)
• The Twisted Twig Studio & Gifts (website)
• Ben Franklin (website)
• The Curious Pig (website)
• Charlie’s Emporium (Facebook page)
• The Infield Bar and Pizzeria (Facebook page)

Lodging:
- 7.4mi (13min drive) Chicaugon Lake Inn (website)
- 15mi (16min drive) Tall Pines (website)

 

Ge-Che Cross Country Ski Trail: (906) 265-2117 (Covenant Point #) 

Website | Map (pdf) | Trail Grooming Updates

• Located just under 10 miles west of Iron River (14 minute drive from Iron River)
• Trail is 16km (almost 10 miles) ranging from easy to moderate, and moderate to difficult skill levels, mostly hills with some flat areas, rest area/log shelter at the south end of Lake Ottawa, 6.5 miles of easy terrains and 2.5 miles of difficult terrains
• Snowshoe and cross country friendly: Rentals at Covenant Point $10/day - call ahead
• Trail Access: Covenant Point Bible Camp, Lake Ottawa Campground & Boat Launch

Eat/Shop in Iron River: 

• Main Street Cafe (website)
• Desi’s Subs & Pizza (Facebook page)
• Alice’s Restaurant (Facebook page)
• Contrast Coffee (Facebook page)
• A Bit of Whimsy (Facebook page)
• The Rose Quartz Cottage (Facebook page)
• Super One Foods: 833 Riverside Plaza, Iron River, MI 49935

Lodging: 

• 9.9mi (16min drive) AmericInn by Wyndham (website)
• 11mi (18min drive) Lakeshore Motel Ice Lake (website)

 

Ski Brule Cross Country and Snowshoe Trail: 1-800-362-7853

Website | Map | Trail Grooming Updates

• Located 8 miles southwest of Iron River (11 minute drive from Iron River) 
• Trail is 15km (almost 9.5 miles) flat groomed, wooded and rolling terrain, offers variety in difficulty levels, trail circles the mountain and goes along Brule river
• Trail pass is $12/day for both snowshoe and skiing, or included in daily facilities pass
• Bring your own gear or rent from Ski Brule: $44 ski rentals and $19 snowshoe rentals

Eat/Shop in Iron River: 

• Main Street Cafe (website)
• Desi’s Subs & Pizza (Facebook page)
• Alice’s Restaurant (Facebook page)
• Contrast Coffee (Facebook page)
• A Bit of Whimsy (Facebook page)
• The Rose Quartz Cottage (Facebook page)
• Super One Foods: 833 Riverside Plaza, Iron River, MI 49935

Lodging: 0mi Ski Brule (website)

 

Lake Mary Plains Pathway: (906) 875-3324

Website | Map

• Located 5.5 miles east of Crystal Falls (8 minute drive from CF)
• Trail is 14.5km (9 miles) starting at Glidden Lake State Forest Campground, the trail goes through tall pines and passes the tranquil waters of Glidden Lake
• A 1.8mi segment of this trail has closed due to unsafe bridge and boardwalk conditions, the closure is between pathway intersections 7 and 8, there are no re-routes, last updated (7/18/2024)

Eat/Shop Crystal Falls: 

• Crystal Fresh Market & Ace Hardware (website)
• Buddha Bean Coffee (Facebook page)
• The Twisted Twig Studio & Gifts (website)
• Ben Franklin (website)
• The Curious Pig (website)
• Charlie’s Emporium (Facebook page)
• The Infield Bar and Pizzeria (Facebook page)

Lodging: 

• 18mi (23min drive) Chicaugon Lake Inn (website)
• 18mi (22min drive)Tall Pines (website)