906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935
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Duck and Goose Hunting in Iron County, Michigan
Iron 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 hunt, the 2026 Upper Peninsula dates and limits, the licenses you need and a place to stay. Find Duck Water Season Dates AI Travel Assistant NOV. 22 Ducks close Nov. 22, then open again Nov. 28–29 DEC. 16 Goose season runs Sept. 1 – Dec. 16 6 DUCKS A day’s limit, with species limits … read more Duck and Goose Hunting in Iron County, Michigan
Relic Ride
⏰ Meet Time: 9:30 AM | Departure: 10:00 AM 📍 Starting Location: Trailhead near the Chippewa Sno-Kats groomer barn at the intersection of Trail 113 and US Hwy 69, downtown Crystal Falls 🛷 Total Distance: Approximately 20 miles 👥 Open to: Members and non-members Join fellow snowmobile enthusiasts for an Antique Snowmobile Relic Ride through Iron County. This casual group ride welcomes riders of historic machines looking for a fun winter outing. The ride begins in Crystal Falls and travels … read more Relic Ride
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
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
Ski Brule in Iron River, Michigan: 2026/27 Season Guide
The Best Snow in the Midwest. Family owned. Family fun. Ski Brule sits in the Upper Peninsula woods south of Iron River, and it’s aiming to open the 2026/27 season November 20–22. This page covers the mountain, tubing and night skiing, and the slope-side lodging in Brule Village. Explore the Mountain Stay Slope-Side AI Travel Assistant 17 TRAILS On 150 acres of skiable terrain 11 LIFTS 5 chairlifts plus T-bars and tows 500′ Vertical drop, top to bottom KIDS SKI … read more Ski Brule in Iron River, Michigan: 2026/27 Season Guide
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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
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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.