Lodging in Iron River. MI and Crystal Falls, MI Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Lodging and Businesses in
Iron County Michigan
Including the towns of
Crystal Falls, Iron River,
Caspian, Gaastra, Alpha, and Amasa
in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Cabins, Cottages, Resorts, Motels, Hotels, Restaurants, Museums, and other Businesses
near Iron River and Crystal Falls MI, in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Chicaugon Lake Inn, 1700 County Road 424, Gaastra, MI 49927. Motel has 24 first floor guest-rooms, color TV/VCR, free continental breakfast, AC, and game room. Located 8 miles SE of Iron River by Chicaugon Lake for swimming, boating, & fishing. Next door to George Young Golf and Recreation Complex and only 8 miles from Brule Mountain. On the snowmobile trail, ride from your door. Pets welcome.

Indian Lake Retreat is a cozy 2 room rental cabin on the shores of Indian Lake, 10 miles south of Iron River, MI. Only a few steps to the sand bottomed beach area with a dock for sitting or fishing. Paddle boat included. Bedroom contains queen bed with a set of bunks. Internet Access. Indian Lake is ideal for boating, fishing, & water sports. Pets Welcome. Easy trail access. Reasonable rates. Indian Lake Retreat, County Road 424, Iron River, MI 49935. Phone: 520-907-1176

Lake Mary Resort, 461 Lake Mary Road, Crystal Falls, Ml 49920 Phone: (906) 396-7840. Lakeview housekeeping cottages with kitchens on beautiful Lake Mary near Crystal Falls, MI. Only resort on Lake Mary. Boat included. Canoes, kayaks, and paddle-boats available for your use. Near incredible fishing at the Michigamme Reservoir (Way Dam) and Peavy Falls Backwater (Peavy Pond).

Sunset Roost Cottage, 593 Sunset Lake Road, Iron River, MI 49935. This two bedroom cottage is located on Sunset Lake, 4 miles northeast of Iron River, MI. The living area is open concept with cable TV, telephone, and a fully equipped kitchen. Sleeps up to 5. Charcoal grill and picnic table. Sunset Lake is a large lake and great for fishing and water sports. Bring your boat and have some summer fun. Seasonal May through October. Phone 906-265-4847 or 305-587-0677.

Businesses
Downtown Sew & Vac in iron Mountain carries Lindhaus, Simplicity, and Sebo vacuum cleaners; the Big Green Egg cooker & accessories; Simplicity & Toyota sewing machines, thread, and notions; air purifiers; heaters; plus many other products to make your life easier. Stop by and check out our products for your home. Downtown Sew & Vac, 224 E. Hughitt Street, Iron Mountain, MI, 49801. Phone: 906-774-8931

Iron Mountain PowerSports is a full service dealer offering sales, certified service, parts, and rental machines in the central Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Sales of boats, pontoons, motors, ATV's, UTV's, snowmobiles, and motorcycles. Large rental fleet of boats, ATV's, and snowmobiles. Delivery available. Iron Mountain Powersports, 1804 N Stephenson Ave, Iron Mountain, MI. 49801. Phone: 906-779-1771.

The Markell Company: Roofing: Commercial & Residential; Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication; Commercial Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning; Commercial Kitchen Hoods; Dust and Fume Exhaust Systems; and Brick Restoration & Waterproofing for the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Northern Wisconsin at The Markell Company, 1227 S. Milwaukee Avenue, Iron Mountain, MI. Phone (906) 774-0240 or Toll Free: 1-888-799-0240.

Northern Michigan Land Brokers offers property in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Our office is located in Marquette but we feature a wide variety of waterfront, recreational, preservation, hunting tracks, and commercial properties, as well as cabins, cottages, and residential homes throughout the Upper Peninsula. We are a buyer-seller agency. Contact one of our knowledgeable agents to find that property you have always desired. Northern Michigan Land Brokers, 2552 US 41 West, Suite 100, Marquette, MI 49855. Phone: 906-225-5263.

Hospital: Iron County General Hospital, 1400 West Ice

RECREATION

Guided Fly Fishing Trips in the Upper Peninsula at Uncle Ducky Fly Fishing, 434 Prospect Street, Marquette, Michigan, 49855. The Upper Peninsula is filled with secluded lakes and streams filled with the elusive trout or salmon. We offer guided fly fishing trips for experienced anglers as well as those who want to learn the fine art of fly fishing. All equipment is provided and we have experienced guides to take you to that secluded stream. Float or wade in the crisp waters, drop that fly by the old log, and the excitement begins. Fishing trips for trout, steelhead, salmon, smallmouth bass, northern pike, and bluegill. Call Uncle Ducky at 906-288-5447 or toll free: 877-288-5447.

Lake Superior Sport Fishing. Fish the inland lakes around Iron River and Crystal Falls in May, September, or October with Captain Reid DeRosie. Quality fishing gear provided. Lake Superior Sport Fishing, Marquette, MI. Phone 906-360-1090

Rivers North Guided Fly Fishing Adventures with licensed fishing guide Captain Brad Petzke. Fly fish in remote and secluded rivers or lakes for Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Steelhead. Atlantic Salmon, and Pacific Salmon. Quality equipment supplied. Guided trips for all levels of experience. Rivers North Guide Service, P. O. Box 371, Marquette, MI 49885. Phone: (906) 458-8125

Horserace Rapids on the Paint River
6 miles south of Crystal Falls
A path wanders down from the high bluff past large rocks and around tall pine trees to the rushing rapids 80' below. Watch for the sign to Horserace Rapids and turn east. A gravel road leads 3 miles east to the parking area.

Events

Don't miss the Annual Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo in Iron River, MI.
Bull Riding, Roping, Bareback Riding, Steer Wrangling, Barrel Racing, plus much more.
Parade and craft show
Last weekend in July

Restaurants

Bev's Supper Club, US-2 south of Crystal Falls at the Brule River Bridge. Phone: 906-875-3779. Food and beverages featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, pasta, Friday fish fry, and prime rib on Saturday, soup, and salad bar. Open at 4:30 pm. Closed Sunday.

Museums and Historic Buildings

museum in iron river

Iron County Historical Museum,
100 Brady Avenue, PO Box 272
Caspian, MI 49915
Phone: (906) 265-2617 or 906-265-3942.

10 acre museum, located on the site of the former Caspian Iron Mine near Iron River, MI, features 22 buildings and exhibits from early logging, pioneer, and mining days.

The main building is in the former Engine House of the Caspian Iron Mine, and the 1921 head frame or hoisting building (pictured above) is on the National Historic Register. See the Monigal miniature logging display, one of the largest in the world. Buildings on the grounds include log barns, pioneer log cabins, depot, 1920 logging camp with sleigh barn and homestead cabin, Native American artifacts, and a 1896 school. See the 1890 victorian style home of Carrie Jacobs-Bond, composer of "I Love You Truly" and "A Perfect Day", who lived in Iron County with her husband who was a mine doctor. Enjoy the Wildlife Art Gallery of Lee LeBlanc, the Giovanelli Italianati Art Gallery, and the Bernhardt Contemporary Art Gallery .

Genealogy and Archival Research. Gift Shop. Events scheduled throughout the year. Open daily, May-September and by appointment. 1 mile east of M-189. Small admission charge.

Harbour House Heritage Center Museum, Crystal Falls, Michigan

Harbour House Heritage Center Museum
17 North 4th Street
Crystal Falls, MI. 49920
Phone: 906-875-4341 or 906-875-6026.

Located in a restored Queen Anne Colonial Revival home built in the 1890's for John and Ellen Harbour.

The first floor is decorated with period turn-of-the-century furnishings and there is a library room that contains 100 years of the Diamond Drill, a former local newspaper, and other records. The second floor has 6 exhibit rooms: Logging and Mining Room, Women's Interest Room, Veteran's Room, Children's Antique Toy Room, and Local Trophy and Sports Room. The Ojibwe Indian Room holds a large American Indian collection that is dedicated to the memory of Charlotte Bennet Eckerberg and is a tribute to the many generations of Ojibwa Indians who lived in this area. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Tuesday - Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 4 pm.

The Amasa Museum

The Amasa Museum is located on Pine Street in Amasa, MI, 12 miles north of US-2 and just off US-141 on Pine Street. Formerly a Township Hall, the building was built in the late 1800's with wooded siding and hardwood floors. See displays of mining and logging industries that were important in the building of Amasa, a major hub for logging and rail transportation. Old depot still stands. Several other historic buildings on Pine Street. Open Monday through Saturday, June to October. Phone: 906-822-7714.

Alpha Historic Circle

Historic Buildings in Alpha, Michigan

Alpha Circle Historic District, County Road 424, in Alpha, MI, a village that grew up during the iron mining era. The Porter School, Alpha Township Hall, Water tower, and the First National Bank building were constructed around a traffic circle (1914). On the National Register of Historic Places.

Enjoy Breakfast or lunch at the Circle Cafe, located in the old Porter school building in Alpha.

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Photo: Horserace Rapids by Mary Deloria
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