Location: Ironwood
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Ironwood is a city in Gogebic County in the U.S. state of Michigan, about 18 miles (29 km) south of Lake Superior. The population was 5,387 at the 2010 census. The city is on US 2 and is situated opposite the Montreal River from Hurley, Wisconsin. It is the westernmost city in Michigan, situated on the same line of longitude (90.2 degrees West) as Clinton, Iowa and St. Louis, Missouri.
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1. Ottawa National Forest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By 319dustyf
Absolutely loved the trails, waterfalls, and parks in the forest. There are several waterfalls that are 1/8 to 3/4 of a miles from the parking lot. Many include lots of stairs and paths full of tree roots. But go. The walk back through the forest is awe inspiring and magical.
2. ABR Trails
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By WiOutdoorGirl - Madison, United States
Skied here over the New Year holiday and was delighted by all the snow and well- groomed trails. I wasn't sure how I would like not having the warming shelter open, but it wasn't really an issue. We just used our car as a warm up shelter. I would recommend ABR for skiing. It was worth the trip for the snow and the well-groomed trails.
3. Black River Harbor Recreation Area
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5.0 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By TAFCRacer - Mechanic Falls, United States
We visited the Black River Harbor Recreational Area of the Ottawa National Forest recently for a family reunion. This recreational area is located 14 miles north of US Route 2 in Bessemer, Michigan. It features boat access to Lake Superior, camping, a large grassy area with charcoal cooking grills, a sandy beach, many hiking trails with scenic overlooks and a large enclosed pavillion (with flush toilets) that can be reserved for events. About 60 of us enjoyed our afternoon at Black River Harbor, using the pavillion facilities. I took a short 1-1/2 mile hike to and from Rainbow Falls and was impressed with the enormous old growth trees in the forest. It was also very cool to hear the people playing in the park fade into silence during the hike, let my mind get lost in the still quiet of the forest, then slowly begin to hear the waterfall as I hiked closer to it. This is a wonderful place to visit & relax, as a solo trip, or with family & friends.
4. Michigan's Iron Belle Trail - Western Gateway Trail
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Michigan's Iron Belle Trail starts (going East) and ends (going West) in Downtown Ironwood at beautiful Depot Park! Enjoy hiking and biking along the miles of trail that run from Ironwood to Bessemer. And, while you are enjoying “mile 0” of the trail, stop into the historic Ironwood Depot Museum or walk a block more and explore historic Aurora street, downtown’s historic main thoroughfare.
Reviewed By AudgeL - Yorkville, United States
What a gem if you are in the Hurley, Ironwood, or Bessemer area. Bridges, wildflowers, birds, benches to sit on, garbage cans, and informational signs and mile markers are among the things you will see in this paved trail.
5. Copper Peak
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4.5 based on 140 reviews
Copper Peak is the largest artificial ski jump in the world, and the largest ski jump in North America. The 35 degree, 469 foot, cantilevered inrun was constructed using 300 tons of COR-TEN steel in 1969 at a cost of just over $1 million. Today, visitors can ride an 800-foot chairlift and a 18-story elevator to an observation deck, then walk 8 flights to the top of Copper Peak for one of the most stunning views in the Midwest. On a clear day, 3 states and Canada are visible from this amazing vista! Located on the Black River Scenic Byway and just minutes from Lake Superior and majestic waterfalls, Copper Peak is a must-see sight. Visitors in 2020 and beyond will also see renovations occurring at the site, as local supporters are working towards bringing world-class ski flying back to Copper Peak and the United States.
Reviewed By d3nis3816 - West Chester, United States
The day was overcast but we went anyway. All I was hoping for was no rain, and we were blessed with no rain. When I saw how the lift to the top of the ski jump hill was practically straight up, I nearly freaked but went on the trip anyway. I was a bit scared. The walk to the elevator was short, I do walk with a cane but I took it slow as your either walking on grass that was uneven or a dirt with small stone, path. The elevator ride was smooth to get to the initial viewing platform. There are small wooden steps then metal grated steps if you want to climb to the top, which we did. Much windier all the way at the top. I wasn’t going to take the additional steps up to the tippy top but figured I was there and probably wouldn’t forgive myself if I didn’t try. I’m glad I did. I really loved the trip. It wasn’t crowded; maybe due to the weather forecast. I don’t know but it was great. It would have been amazing if the sun came out but that isn’t Copper Peak’s fault.
6. Stormy Kromer Factory Tour
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4.5 based on 70 reviews
*TOURS TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID-19* Back in 1903, the Original Stormy Kromer Cap was built with quality fabric, carefully handcrafted in the U.S. It was authentic, rugged and durable - perfect for George "Stormy" Kromer, a hard-working railroad engineer. After repeatedly losing his cap on the windy locomotive, he asked his wife Ida to make him a new one, with a snug, pulldown earband to keep it in place. The popularity of that first cap launch a small and successful business. In 2001, the Jacquart family in Ironwood, Michigan, bought the company and brought Stormy Kromer to their thriving sewing factory - Jacquart Fabric Products. Today, we produce a full line of quality, rugged, American made outdoor apparel that is sold all over the world. We offer free tours of our factory every weekday at 1:30 pm - so you can see for yourself how Stormy Kromer caps are made, along with a variety of other products made in this industrial sewing facility.
7. Little Girls Point
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By W7397XDalicew
Just making a point, this was a great weekend getaway for us girls to Little Girls Point in UP of Michigan-stayed overnight at Budget Inn in Ironwood, less than 20 miles away, very clean, friendly and helpful staff, a must-do for anyone interested in rocks, campfires, cooking hotdogs, and beautiful peaceful views.
