906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935
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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
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
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
Memorial Day In Iron County Michigan
Remembering Sacrifice & Welcoming Summer Memorial Day weekend in Iron County is more than the beginning of summer in the Upper Peninsula. It is a time for communities across the region to come together in remembrance of the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Throughout the weekend, local veterans organizations, families, and community members will gather to honor their sacrifice through ceremonies, memorial events, flag placements, and moments of reflection across Iron County. Visitors … read more Memorial Day In Iron County Michigan
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Family Fun in Iron County, MIExplore Iron County This Summer Summer in Iron County is less about packed schedules and crowded attractions and more about spending time outside at your […]
Best Lakes in Iron County MichiganSummer in Iron County is centered around the water. Across the county, lakes surrounded by forest, quiet shorelines, and small Upper Peninsula communities […]
Free Fishing Weekend in Michigan: Enjoy It in Iron CountyFree Fishing Weekend Dates for 2026 Michigan holds two Free Fishing Weekends each year, giving residents and visitors a chance to fish without purchasing […]
Fishing in Iron County, MichiganIron County is home to more than 200 lakes, over 300 navigable miles of rivers, and five designated Blue Ribbon Trout Streams spread throughout […]
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.