Location: Iron Mountain
Top Things to do in Iron Mountain
What to do and see in Iron Mountain, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Iron Mountain is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 7,624 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Dickinson County, in the state's Upper Peninsula. Iron Mountain was named for the valuable iron ore found in the vicinity.
Restaurants in Iron Mountain
1. Northwoods Adventures
Overall Ratings
5 based on 175 reviews
Northwoods Adventures, located at N4017 US Highway 2; Iron Mountain MI, 49801, is your one-stop source for amazing Michigan rafting adventures. From our popular half day Menominee River rafting trip to intense whitewater rafting in Piers Gorge and everything in between, we offer trips and adventures that are appropriate for people of all ages and skill levels. In addition to our popular Michigan rafting trips, we also offer SUP yoga, and we have the SUP and duckie rentals you need for an enjoyable adventure. All of our equipment is of the highest quality, and our experienced staff will help you choose what best suits your needs. The Michigan whitewater rafting guides at Northwoods Adventures have extensive experience and undergo rigorous training prior to becoming guides. They are extremely knowledgeable about rafting as well as safety. For rafting in Iron Mountain, MI, call Northwoods Adventures now to schedule your own adventure!
Reviewed By Rachskull - Sterling Heights, Michigan
We almost did not go because the temp was in the 60's, but we are so glad we made the 2 hour trip. It was so much fun!! The water was warm and our guide, McKenzie, was AWESOME!! She made the whole experience exciting and she was very engaging. All the guides seemed great! I went with my husband and 2 son's, 17 and 14. Highlight of our UP trip. The river and the surrounding area was absolutely beautiful. Wish we could've gotten pictures of that. FYI- if you are coming from the East, Iron Mountain is in a different time zone, which we were unaware of, therefore we arrived super early. Just something to keep in kind.
2. Pine Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Outdoor recreation area features 18 trails for the alpine skier plus a Terrain Park and Half Pipe for the snowboard enthusiast.
Reviewed By kanbaatar - Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
I call this 'Double Dipping'. My wife and I motored up Pine Mountain to see the Upper Peninsula Veteran's Memorial and Park.
And WOW. When we got to the veteran's memorial, what to our wondering eyes should appear but a ski jump. Not just a ski jump. NO. One of the largest artifical ski jumps IN THE WORLD. Each February Pine Mountain holds a ski jump competition attracting skiiers from around the world.
The view from Pine Mountain is just great. Well worth the drive up to gaze upon the valley in the distance below. YES, there are stairs should you wish to get a little exercise walking down and back up to the top. A fun visit. We really enjoyed the scenery on a lovely autumn afternoon.
3. Timberstone Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Hbell2015 - Clearwater, Florida
TimberStone Golf Course at Pine Mountain Resort is a sleeping beauty U.P. North. It is located in the city of Iron Mountain, in a heavily wooded area. The TimberStone Golf Course's natural beauty includes dense treelined fairways, large deposits of iron ore and granite boulders, tranquil lakes, wetlands teeming with deer and other wildlife, and bent grass fairways and greens. Jerry Matthews, an award-winning golf course designer retained and incorporated the areas natural beauty, while sculpturing this TimberStone masterpiece. The course features 18 signatures holes with their own distinctive name, cascading and tight fairways, deep bunkers, several forced carries, visually intimidating holes, and dramatic elevation changes. TimberStone received a 5 star rating from Golf Digest and is ranked 9th by Golf week's Best Courses you can play in Michigan. This is a golfers paradise and destination. In late September when the temperatures start to dip, and the color of the leaves change to orange, yellow, red, and brown the glamor and bewitching charm of TimberStone is awakened. Stay focused my friend, or your game will take a siesta.
The morning was sunny but cool the day I played Timberstone, but the temperature warmed up to the mid 70's with just a slight breeze. It was a no-excuse golf day. My first impression of the course was it's a little intimidating due to the narrow and dense treelined fairway. However, after the first tee shot the intimidation was gone, and I was ready to accept the challenge of the course. TimberStone is a player's course, and to play well requires confidence, patience, course management, and more importantly your "A" game. I played the Grey tees, which has a slope rating of 72.1/145 and measures 6536 yards. There are 6 sets of tee boxes and the Championship tees are 6938 yards with a slope rating of 74.5/150.
Being a destination golf course, Timberstone does an outstanding job in customer satisfaction. Joe Rizzo, the Director of Golf takes a personal interest in customer satisfaction and attending to their needs. I was personally greeted by Joe upon my arrival to TimberStone. I was amazed to see that he took the time to familiarize himself with names of customers having the first couple of tee times. He proceeded to facilitate the check in process by answering questions, loading bags onto carts, handling coffee and snack orders. All this was done with a smile and a sincere interest in customer satisfaction. Mr Rizzo explained to me that 90 percent of TimberStone customers live more than 100 miles away and therefore customer service must be exceptional in order to retain and gain new customers. At TimberStone Joe Rizzo lives by the theory that, "You do not get a second chance, to make a first impression." My first thoughts of TimberStone golf course and its staff are, it's delightfully impressive and wickedly enchanting.
I really enjoyed playing TimberStone, even when I was not playing well. It appears that an evil curse had been placed on my golf game. It took a few holes and the sacrificing of Pro V1's to appease the golf gods. My golf game and confidence was back in full swing and just in time for hole 5, "Sentree ". I was rewarded with a birdie, when my eagle got away.
TimberStone is an enchanting experience which combines a remarkable landscape for golf, at an affordable price, in a deep woods setting, and a finishing hole that will make your Big Dog driver growl with joy and you shout "Who's your daddy?" Trust me!
Course Review
Horace Bell (Golf Enthusiast)
4. WWII Glider & Military Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Alex G - Centennial
This is touted as a glider museum but it is so much more. There are U.S. military uniforms donated by the families or acquaintances of those who wore them and vehicles used in various combat scenarios. Make sure to read the informational items. And then there is the star of the show, the Waco CG-4A Glider, a much larger craft than we expected. Located behind the Iron Mining Museum, it is well worth the extra time spent.
5. Dickinson County Library
Overall Ratings
5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Sue H - Vulcan
This local library is fully linked with computers & internet. (Printouts have a charge.) It has an impressive collection of books, videos, & children's area. It is a county-sponsored public library; you need to be a registered patron to check out books & use computers, inquire at the library desk. Hours: M-Th, 9am-8pm; Fri 9am-6pm; Sat. 9am-1pm. ... City of Norway has a branch library, starts at 10am. In north end of Dickinson County, Felch hrs are M,T,Th, 10am-3pm. There's a children's Summer Reading Program until end of July. Do a internet search to find out schedule for programs, & kids activities. There are adult programs too. The local geneological society has materials here & holds monthly meetings.
6. Fumee Lake Natural Area
Overall Ratings
5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By NeverUnpacked - Westfield, Indiana
Pleasant trails for warm weather, cross country skiing for winter. Great place for a dog walk. Never crowded, but usually you'll have company somewhere on the system. Worth some time if you're looking for a peaceful walk with pleasant views. Convenient access from Lake Antoine park.
7. U.P. Veterans Memorial
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Sue H - Vulcan
This Veterans Memorial is dedicated to any and all Upper Peninsula Armed Forces veterans of all services. It is newly built in last 10 yrs by dedicated local folks. Memorial tiles have been installed by family members. Located atop Pine Mountain and adjacent to the top of Pine Mountain Ski Jump, and at top end of the steps from the bottom of the Ski Jump. This memorial is a must-see for tourists. ... Free & open to public, but hard to find; GPS might not work. You'll drive through some residential neighborhoods & on gravel roads. Car Directions: starting from McDonalds at 1140 S. Stephenson Ave., head westbound on US2, going through downtown Iron Mtn.; make a LEFT turn onto Kent Street at sign for Pine Mountain Resort, and also for Museum. Proceed on Kent St. up the hill, past the Cornish Pump & Glider Musem. (go back to them later if you haven't been there). Kent St. goes through a few residential blocks. You'll come to a stop sign, with a sign pointing to the right, to go to Pine Mtn Resort. Make right turn onto Forest. Proceed 1 block; make left turn onto Walker St. ... Proceed on Walker St. until you come to a fork in the road, with a sign pointing to the right. Go to the right, onto Kramer St., stay on same road for another mile, it turns into gravel, beyond that, you'll see the ski jump on the right. Adjacent to top of ski jump is the U.P. Veterans Memorial. Enjoy!
8. Millie Mine Bat Viewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Lynne M - Iron Mountain, Michigan
The best chance of seeing bats is at dusk. Be sure to check out the scenic overlook which is farther down the trail through the pine trees. It's a beautiful view of downtown Iron Mountain. If you have time take the .8 mile walk and learn about early mining in Iron Mountain. To find the walking trail head north from the bat viewing parking lot-toward the mountains of sand and dirt that the city stores here. You'll see the trail through the fence. There are several educational plaques along the trail describing Iron Mountain's early iron ore mining days. Nice trail that ends at the Chapin Mining pit.
9. Lake Antoine Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Sue H - Vulcan
Public park on small inland lake at Iron Mountain, Michigan. Popular local county park with 80 camping spaces, a bath house, indoor toilets & showers. There is an admission fee, and campground fees too. The swimming beach is popular during warm weather. Good swimming beach for kids, because close-in is shallow. During much of summer, many local folks camp for the whole season. Reservations may be needed, especially during July. In addition to camping & swimming, there is a bandshell which holds concerts at various times during summer! Folks need to check out when & what is available in advance.
10. Immaculate Conception Church Iron Mountain
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Sue H - Vulcan
Still very active, this church was built about 1902, through devotion of Italian miner families and committed priests. The redstone exterior was extracted from nearby Millie Hill on Iron Mountain's north side. At first it was called the Holy Rosary Church; also familiary known as the Italian church. At the dedication, it was named the Mary Immaculate of Lourdes, commonly known as Immaculate Conception church. There is a historic sign telling more.
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