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Top 10 Things to Do in Iron County, Michigan This Spring

Spring in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula feels like a reset. Snow begins to melt, waterfalls surge back to life, wildlife returns, and the forests slowly shift from quiet white to vibrant green. If you’re looking to shake off winter and spend time outdoors, Iron County offers a slower, more peaceful way to experience the season. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer stay, spring is one of the most rewarding times to explore this part of the U.P. Here … read more Top 10 Things to Do in Iron County, Michigan This Spring

Buck Fest Crystal Falls Michigan 2025 – Annual Deer Festival

 Fifth Annual Buck Fest in Crystal Falls, Michigan invites hunters, families, and outdoor lovers to celebrate the Northwoods spirit on Saturday, November 22, 2025. The fun begins downtown behind the Crystal Theatre, featuring contests, food, and live music from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Show off your best deer and compete for top prizes in youth and adult categories including Heaviest Buck, Heaviest Doe, Biggest Rack, and Points Plus Spread. Attendees can enjoy mouthwatering pasties from Nylunds, delicious food from … read more Buck Fest Crystal Falls Michigan 2025 – Annual Deer Festival

2026 Permit FREE Fishing, ATV/ORV Weekends

Michigan’s Free Outdoor Weekends for 2026 Explore over 100 miles of trails, 200 lakes, and 900 miles of rivers in Iron County Michigan.  Residents & non-residents can enjoy snowmobiling, fishing, and ATVing license/permit free EVERY year.  Mark your calendar for this year’s free weekends! And don’t miss out on June 13th-14th “three free weekend” where you can access state parks, boat access sites, lakes/rivers to fish, and ATV trails … permit/registration FREE! Snowmobiling: January 10-11, 2026 Free fishing: February 15-16 … read more 2026 Permit FREE Fishing, ATV/ORV Weekends

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Annual Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo

Experience the U.P. Championship Rodeo in Iron River The U.P. Championship Rodeo returns to Iron River, Michigan on July 10–11, 2026, bringing one of Iron County’s most established summer events back to the Iron County Fairgrounds. Known as the only PRCA sanctioned rodeo in Michigan, the event draws competitors, rodeo fans, local families, and summer visitors from across the Upper Peninsula and surrounding Midwest communities. For many travelers, rodeo weekend has become part of an annual summer tradition in Iron … read more Annual Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo

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Ski Brule’s Annual Brule Bash

Brule Bash returns to Ski Brule in Iron River on March 21–22, 2026, bringing one of the most entertaining weekends of the winter season to Iron County. The annual event transforms the mountain into a lively celebration filled with costumes, skiing, games, music, and activities the whole family can enjoy. Visitors can expect a colorful scene across the slopes as skiers and snowboarders arrive in creative costumes to take advantage of one of the weekend’s most popular traditions.   Planning … read more Ski Brule’s Annual Brule Bash

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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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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