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Snow over the fall colors in Iron County Michigan
First Snow in Iron County, Michigan

Iron County • Michigan Some years the first snow comes while the maples still hold their color, a white dusting on the spruce against the last of the orange. Here’s when it usually arrives, what it opens up, and how to plan around it. Find Lodging AI Travel Assistant Photo · Kevin Zini OCT.–NOV. First snow, most years: mid-October to mid-November EARLY NOV. When the first inch usually lands 67 IN. Of snow in an average winter DEC. 1 Snowmobile … read more First Snow in Iron County, Michigan→

Kayaking down the rapids, navigating rocks on a river in Iron County, Michigan, on a cloudy day.
Explore Iron County by Water: Kayaking and Canoeing in the U.P.

Paddle Lakes and Rivers Throughout Iron County Kayaking and canoeing are some of the easiest ways to experience Iron County during the warmer months. With hundreds of lakes, quiet rivers, and smaller inland waterways spread throughout the region, paddlers can find everything from calm beginner-friendly water to longer scenic river routes across Michigan’s western Upper Peninsula. Many visitors spend time exploring smaller lakes near Iron River, Crystal Falls, Alpha, and Caspian while combining paddling with fishing, swimming, scenic drives, and … read more Explore Iron County by Water: Kayaking and Canoeing in the U.P.→

Spring Turkey Hunting in Iron County, Michigan

Iron County • Michigan Spring comes late to the north woods, and the gobblers start sounding off right about the time the season opens in mid-April. Iron County is one of the top turkey counties in the Upper Peninsula, and this page gets you the places, the licenses and the rules. Find Lodging AI Travel Assistant Where to Hunt 130 Spring birds reported here in 2026, third in the U.P. UNIT M One spring unit for the whole Upper Peninsula … read more Spring Turkey Hunting in Iron County, Michigan→

Father’s Day Weekend In Iron County

Annual Father’s Day Car & Tractor Show in Iron County, Michigan Every Father’s Day weekend, classic cars, vintage tractors, and community traditions come together in downtown Iron River for one of Iron County’s long-running summer events. Hosted by the Classic Farm Machinery Club of Iron County, the Father’s Day Car & Tractor Show brings together vehicle enthusiasts, local families, and visitors for a weekend of cruising, live music, food, and classic vehicles. The event is free to attend and welcomes … read more Father’s Day Weekend In Iron County→

Grouse Hunting in Iron County, Michigan

Iron County • Michigan Iron County is grouse country, young aspen and alder coming back in the old cuts, with more than 400,000 acres of public land to walk. Here’s the cover to hunt, a managed walk-in grouse area north of Iron River, and this year’s season dates. Find Grouse Cover Grouse Season AI Travel Assistant SEPT. 15 Ruffed grouse season opens statewide 5 A DAY Daily limit in the U.P., 10 in possession DEC. 1 Late season reopens and … read more Grouse Hunting in Iron County, Michigan→

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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Pioneer
Lodge

800-362-7853
373 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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Ski Brule
Village

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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