Access & Views
– Offers access to Lake Superior
– Walk across a suspension bridge to the beach
– Ideal for watching sunsets, rock picking, swimming, and beach bonfires
Scenic Features
– Picturesque hiking trails
– Waterfalls: Rainbow, Sandstone, Potawatomi (wheelchair access), Gorge and Great Conglomerate
Amenities
– Vault toilet
– Picnic area

COPPER PEAK
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• Trail difficulty: Moderate
• Travel difficulty: Easy
• Height: 40 feet

Features
– Ancient lava flows, deep gorges, and spectacular waterfalls
– Log buildings built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s
Activities
– Camping
– Hiking
– Bicycling
– Picnicking
– Fishing
– Swimming in Loon Lake
Highlights
– The 1.7-mile Doughboy’s Nature Trail along the Bad River is one of Wisconsin’s best hikes

DIRECTIONS
Take Hwy 13 to the north side of Mellen and turn northeast on Hwy 169. Travel 1.8 miles, the park entrance will be on the west side.
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Copper Peak Adventure Ride
– Ride a chair lift to an 800-foot hilltop
– Take an 18-story elevator to the main observation deck
– Ascend an additional eight stories to the top starting gate
Views
– Midwest’s highest panoramic view
– See over 2,500 square miles, including three states and Canada on clear days
Copper Peak Mountain Bike Trails
– Navigate down to the Black River and climb 500+ vertical feet to the historic ski jump
– Downhill trails are fast and flowy with jumps and bridges
Additional Features
– Gift shop
– Nearby Black River Harbor and waterfalls

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FIND YOUR NORTH WATERFALL BROCHURE

Good Starting Points
#1. Downtown Ironwood at Depot Park (Mile “0”)
#2. Parking area on the south side of US 2 at the Walmart intersection
#3. Parking area in Bessemer at the intersection of S Moore and W Colby streets
Explore
– Miles of scenic trail running from Ironwood to Ramsay
– Visit the historic Ironwood Depot Museum
Enjoy
– Ideal for walking, biking, and connecting with the natural beauty of the area
Winter Activities
– X-country skiing, fat tire biking and snowshoeing
Summer Activities
– Easy walking and biking

– Built on the site of the late 1800s/early 1900s iron mines
– Supplied metal for America’s industrial revolution
– Known by the locals as the “caves”
– 165 acres of woods and trails
– Free
Winter Activits
– X-country skiing and snowshoeing
Summer Activities
– Hiking and biking

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– 11km of trails groomed for classic x-country skiing
– Dogs welcome
– Donation
Winter Activites
– X-country skiing and snowshoeing
Summer Activities
– Hiking and mountain biking
Trailheads
#1 – Rose Wreath
#2 – Old School
#3 – Pence

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– Located on Gogebic Community College campus with panoramic views
– Functions as a laboratory for GCC’s nationally acclaimed Ski Area Management Program
Winter Activities
– Downhill skiing, snowboarding and X-country skiing
– Free X-Country Ski Trail
– Features 10 slopes and trails for all skill levels
– Senior citizens 62+ ski/snowboard free!
– Snow Tubing Park
Rentals
– Quality Downhill Ski and Snowboard Rentals
Summer Activities
– Beautiful vistas, mountain biking, and disc golf
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Norrie Park
– Originally built as a Civilian Conservation Corps camp during the Great Depression
– Now a cherished destination for outdoor activities and community events
Activities and Feature
– Hiking and biking trails
– Disc golf course
– Montreal River walk
– Ironwood community gardens
Amenities
– Playground, pavilion, picnic tables, and grills

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“The Porkies”
– Michigan’s largest state park
– 60,000 acres of old-growth forest, waterfalls, Lake Superior shoreline, rivers, trails and ridges
– Popular for camping, hiking, snowmobiling, fishing, and more
Natural Attractions
– Lake of the Clouds
– Scenic Presque Isle River corridor
– Summit Peak observation tower
– Roaring waterfalls and picturesque vistas
Recreational Features
– Porcupine Mountains Winter Sport Complex
– Fall chairlift rides
– 18-hole disc golf course
– Porcupine Mountains Shooting Complex (managed by Lake Superior Sportsman Club)
Access
– ATV/UTV and snowmobile access
– Park roads, including County Road M-107 and South Boundary Road, close from Dec. 1 through late spring for safety
– During winter, closed roads become designated snowmobile trails and reopen when safe for vehicles, as determined by the Ontonagon County Road Commission

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Winter Activities
– Free snowshoe trails along the Montreal River
– 3 active loops offering half-mile, 1-mile, and 1.5-mile routes
– Start at the Pure Michigan Welcome Center
– Explore open fields in the cemetery for a challenging workout
– Dog-friendly
Summer Activities
– 3 loops of hiking and biking trails starting at either the Pure Michigan Welcome Center or Riverside Cemetery
– Trails wind through the cemetery and along the Montreal River
– In the Spring, be prepared for muddy paths; wear hiking shoes or boots
– Continue south on Hemlock Street to connect to Michigan’s Iron Belle Trail, eventually reaching Downtown Ironwood

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– Historic site of the Flink Location iron ore mine
– Trails offer a beautiful forest tour with scenic overlooks and various rock formations
– Explore remnants of a once-thriving U.P. mining town
Winter Activities
– Snowshoeing
Summer Activities
– Hiking and Mountain Biking
Parking
– All-season parking lot located on Castile Rd, just before the turn onto Best Rd

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– Popular spot for fishing, swimming, or paddling
– Access via Eddy City Park or Southwest City Park
– Enjoy a 3-mile walk, bike ride, or snowshoe around the lake on a paved trail
ATV/UTV & Snowmobile Access
– Trail access for ATV/UTV and snowmobiles
– Easy access from both parks, connecting to nearby trail systems.

Trail Details
– 29km of trails near Weber Lake and Iron Belt, WI, offering a back-country, rustic experience
– Trails groomed for classic X-country skiing with space for snowshoers, walkers, and dogs
– Three consecutive loops of varying distances, with parking at Weber Lake
– Ultimate scenic beauty and challenge on the Uller Back Country Ski Trail (30 km) and Krankala Spur (5 km) through the Penokee Range
– All abilities welcome, ideal for those seeking remote rolling and hilly terrain
Amenities
– After the hike, build a fire in the warming cabin
Winter Activities
– X-country skiing and snowshoeing
Summer Activities
– Hiking and biking

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Trail Access
– Convenient access from the main trailhead with ample parking
– Easy-to-follow signage along the trails for navigation
Winter Activities
– Perfect for X-country skiing, fat tire biking, and snowshoeing
Scenic Views
– Trails pass through beautiful, quiet wooded winter landscaped
Trail Information
– Detailed maps provided at the trailhead
– Available updates and trail conditions available at the kiosk
Seasonal Information
– Open year-round, with trails groomed for winter sports
– Seasonal adjustments to trail conditions based on weather and snow levels

NORDIC SKI TRAILS
SNOWSHOE TRAILS
FAT TIRE BIKE TRAILS

The warming shelter/chalet offers a view of the historic wooden ski jump structure that was part of the club’s original activities. Cookies and hot chocolate are available in the chalet, which is open from 8am to 6pm during the ski season.
Donation

Trailheads
#1. The main trailhead is at the chalet located at 5851 Sunset Road
#2. The hospital trail head is located behind Aspirus Hospital
#3. There is a trail head with a parking area off Summit Road west off Powderhorn Rd, which provides access to snow bike trails as well as ski and snowshoe trails

Winter Activities
– X-country skiing, snowshoeing and fat tire biking
Summer Activities
– Hiking and mountain biking

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