906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935
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Winter Events in Iron County 2026
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents Why Winter Is Prime Time in Iron County Winter is when Iron County reaches its most reliable conditions for outdoor travel. Snowmobiling trails are groomed and connected, lakes are fully frozen for ice fishing, and the mid winter event calendar is structured around peak seasonal access rather than holiday crowds. From free snowmobiling and fishing weekends to community events like WinterFest, these mid season weekends reflect how … read more Winter Events in Iron County 2026
Free Fishing Weekend Michigan – February 14–15, 2026
Experience Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend on February 14–15, 2026, with two full days of license-free fishing across the state. Residents and out-of-state visitors can fish all inland lakes, rivers, and Great Lakes waters at no cost. All fishing regulations still apply, but no fishing license or Recreation Passport is required. Winter Free Fishing Weekend is the perfect chance for families, beginners, and seasoned anglers to enjoy Michigan’s premier outdoor activity together. Visit a nearby state park for special programs or … read more Free Fishing Weekend Michigan – February 14–15, 2026
Free Snowmobiling Weekend Iron County – Michigan DNR
Experience two days of unlimited trail riding during Free Snowmobiling Weekend Michigan 2026, happening January 10 & 11, 2026. This annual event allows riders to explore Michigan’s winter trails without the usual registration or permit requirements. Free Snowmobiling Weekend Michigan 2026 is open to both residents and visitors, making it an ideal time to ride with family and friends. Enjoy access to more than 6,000 miles of DNR designated snowmobile trails, along with approved public roads and public lands. This … read more Free Snowmobiling Weekend Iron County – Michigan DNR
Ice Fishing in Iron County, Michigan: Lakes, Seasons & Safety
Iron County • Michigan Find Lodging AI Travel Assistant LAKE TROUT Legal through the ice on four lakes 5 LAUNCHES Kept plowed for winter access last season MAR. 15 Walleye and pike close for the year FEB. 13 Free Fishing Weekend, Feb. 13–14, 2027: no license needed Pick Your Lake Where to Ice Fish in Iron County, Michigan Iron County is lake country, hundreds of lakes tucked back in the hardwoods and spruce, and once the ice comes on you’ll … read more Ice Fishing in Iron County, Michigan: Lakes, Seasons & Safety
Things to Do in Iron County, Michigan in Winter
Iron County • Michigan Winter settles in deep up here, and Iron County makes good use of it. This page has the snowmobile trails, the family ski hill, the frozen lakes and the quiet groomed trails, with this season’s dates and places to stay close to all of it. Find Lodging AI Travel Assistant 70 IN. Of snow in an average winter, more in the big ones 250 MILES Of groomed snowmobile trail NOV. 20 Ski Brule aims to open … read more Things to Do in Iron County, Michigan in Winter
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Fat Tire Biking in Iron County, MichiganIron County • Michigan On a cold, still morning a fat bike floats over packed snow the way a canoe rides flat water, and the only sound is the crunch […]
Snowshoeing in Iron County, MichiganIron County • Michigan On a cold morning after fresh grooming, the only sound in the birches is the hiss of your skis in the track. Iron County has […]
Downhill Skiing in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, from Iron CountyIron County • Upper Peninsula The western U.P. is ski country, low hills under deep snow with the spruce running right down to the lifts. Iron County […]
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 […]
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.