CHAMBER BLOG

Located at the top of Mt. Zion near Gogebic Community college is the handicap accessible observation deck built in 2016.  The road to the observation deck is located off Mt. Zion Drive and can be accessed through the summer and fall.  It is closed in the winter for skiing on Mt. Zion Ski Hill.  The […]

Located on Black River Harbor road north of Ironwood, the National Black River Scenic Byway includes the following waterfalls: Great Conglomerate, Potawatomi, Gorge, Sandstone, and Rainbows. As you visit, stop and take notice of the signs explaining the conglomerate rock formations.  For comprehensive information on the Byway and Black River Harbor, please go to the […]

TEL: 906.932.3500 WEBSITE: http://www.copperpeak.com/ ADDRESS: N13870 Copper Peak Road, Ironwood, MI 49938 Just North of Ironwood along the Black River Road, Copper Peak offers a 1,160 foot tall scenic view that overlooks the beautiful Western UP and Lake Superior! After decades of dormancy, the international sport of ski flying will return to Copper Peak hill […]

Art and Culture on Main Street! Developed in 2015 as part of a local crowdfunding effort, Downtown Ironwood’s Aurora Street Art Park was established to allow for display of outdoor art in the heart of the downtown art district! The park is across the street from the Historic Ironwood Theatre (113 East Aurora Street), the […]

History, culture, and outstanding natural beauty await you on the Western Gateway of the Iron Belle Trail. Adorned by miles of forest, with overlooks of rivers and bluffs, you will pass over multiple railroad bridges and take in historical sites while experiencing the premier recreational opportunity in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Run, walk, […]

Norrie Park is a 105 acre park located on Norrie Park Road.  This park is along the Montreal River, and is equipped with picnic tables, grills, restrooms, two horseshoe pits, plaground equipment, community gardens, pavilion, and an ADA compliant fishing platform.  Norrie Park also has a paved bike trail that runs alongside the river and […]

Little Girls Point County Park is a local gem, located in Ironwood Township. Little Girls Point has much potential and beauty which makes Little Girls Point a favorite destination for many. Little Girls Point has a beautiful and very unique beach covered in perfectly rounded rocks formed by lake Superiors destructive waves. This beach is […]

Nestled on the Edge of the Porcupine Mountains and the Ottawa National Forest, Beautiful Black River Harbor hosts a variety of outdoor activities and many waterfalls. ACTIVITIES Camping Black River Campsite is located just south of black river harbor and is right in the middle of many waterfalls and hiking trails. Kayaking The Black River’s […]

Saxon Harbor is located just across the the Michigan/Wisconsin boarder 5 miles west of Little Girls Point. Saxon Harbor is home to its famous sand beach with a newly remodeled boat harbor.

Located in the northern section of the Ottawa National Forest, the Porcupine Mountains are a must-see adventure location.  Many miles of hiking and biking trails can be found, as well as waterfalls, lakes, Lake Superior shoreline camping, and (in winter) great skiiing!   The Presque Isle campground is located 17 miles north of Wakefield, MI […]

Lake Gogebic is Michigan’s largest inland lake.  Within its waters can be found walleye, small mouth bass, northern pike, perch, and whitefish.  The shoreline is home to several individual cabin resorts, as well as restaurants and true “U.P.” bars.  You can rent a pontoon or fishing boat, canoe or kayak from both the resort lodges […]

Located in Gile Wisconsin on the Gile Flowage, the Gile Park is a local favorite fishing, canoeing, and kayaking destination. Many species of fish and in abundant numbers makes the Gile Flowage an excellent place to fish. The Gile Flowage is littered with many islands which makes it perfect for a camping adventure!