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🍺 Tippin’ Up 2026 at Alpha Michigan Brewing Company

Get ready for an afternoon of frosty fun in the heart of Iron County. Tippin’ Up 2026 brings together winter shenanigans, friendly competition, great food, and live entertainment for a full day of community celebration. ❄️ Event Highlights Ice Shanty Shenanigans (Starts at Noon) Search the ice shanties for the “Alpha” Salmon, spot the salmon, and win a prize. 🎣 The Tipsy Trout Tournament (Noon – 2:00 PM) Keep an eye on the tip-ups. Every 30 minutes or so, select … read more 🍺 Tippin’ Up 2026 at Alpha Michigan Brewing Company

Freeze Your Bass Off at Runkle Lake

Hosted by Crystal Falls Lions Club 📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 ⏰ Time: To be announced 📍 Location: Runkle Lake Complex, Crystal Falls, MI 🎟️ Admission: Free 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Event Bundle up and head to Crystal Falls for the first-ever Freeze Your Bass Off event at the Runkle Lake Complex! Hosted by the Crystal Falls Lions Club, this winter celebration is packed with fun for all ages. Event highlights include: 🔥 Bonfires 🎶 Music 🥎 Co-ed softball 🐖 Pig … read more Freeze Your Bass Off at Runkle Lake

Man holding a fish on the lake during Michigan’s Summer Free Fishing Weekend
Free Fishing Weekend Michigan – June 13–14, 2026

Enjoy Michigan’s Summer Free Fishing Weekend on June 13–14, 2026, when everyone—residents and out-of-state visitors—can fish anywhere in Michigan without purchasing a fishing license. All inland lakes, rivers, and Great Lakes waters are open for free fishing. Standard fishing regulations still apply, but no license is required. As part of Michigan’s “Three Free Weekend,” visitors can also access state parks and boating sites without a Recreation Passport and ride ORV trails without an ORV license or trail permit. All other … read more Free Fishing Weekend Michigan – June 13–14, 2026

"Family fishing at a lake and riders enjoying Michigan ORV trails during Michigan’s Three Free Weekend"
Michigan’s Three Free Weekend 2025: ORV Riding, Fishing & State Parks in Iron County

🎉 Three Free Weekend in Michigan: Adventure for $0.00! June 7–8, 2025 — mark your calendars, grab your hiking boots, fishing pole, and maybe a kayak too, because Michigan’s “Three Free Weekend” is back! That’s right — for two full days, the state is waiving fees for just about everything outdoorsy. Whether you’re a local looking for a spontaneous staycation or a tourist craving fresh air and lake views, this is your perfect excuse to unplug and play. So what … read more Michigan’s Three Free Weekend 2025: ORV Riding, Fishing & State Parks in Iron County

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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Chicaugon
Lake Inn

906-265-9244
1700 County Road 424
Gaastra, MI 49917

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

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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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