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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

Humungous Fungus Fest Craft and Vendor Show in Crystal Falls

The Crystal Falls Business Association presents the Humungous Fungus Fest Craft and Vendor Show, a signature summer event celebrating local creativity, small businesses, and community spirit. Held as part of the annual Humungous Fungus Fest, this outdoor show features a variety of craft vendors, artisans, and local makers. Visitors can browse handmade goods, unique gifts, and specialty items while enjoying the lively festival atmosphere in downtown Crystal Falls. The event takes place in the parking lot at the corner of … read more Humungous Fungus Fest Craft and Vendor Show in Crystal Falls

Upper Peninsula 58th Championship Rodeo in Iron River

The Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo returns to Iron River for a full weekend of PRCA rodeo action, community events, and family-friendly fun. Visitors can enjoy rodeo performances, downtown activities, a parade, and special events throughout the weekend, making this a summer highlight in Iron County. Festivities take place at multiple locations across Iron River, with rodeo performances held at the rodeo arena.  

Free State Park Access Weekend

During this special June weekend, Michigan waives the Recreation Passport requirement for entry to state parks and boating access sites. Visitors staying in Iron County can enjoy easy access to nearby state parks, trails, beaches, and waterways while planning a summer getaway in the Upper Peninsula.  

Free ATV | ORV Weekend

Michigan’s August Free ORV Weekend is your chance to hit the trails and explore the Northwoods without the need for an ORV license or trail permit. Enjoy miles of designated ORV routes, forest roads, and surrounding trail systems while discovering everything Iron County has to offer. All standard ORV laws and safety guidelines remain in effect. 🌲 Ride scenic trails 🗺️ Explore Iron County backroads 🔥 Enjoy late-summer outdoor adventures Make it a weekend getaway. Book Iron County lodging and … read more Free ATV | ORV Weekend

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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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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