Chicaugon Lake Inn

05/08/2026

𝗜𝗳 𝗸𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁, 𝗜𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆,𝗠𝗜. 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁!

Iron County is a water wonderland, with more than 200 lakes and over 300 navigable miles of river to explore throughout the U.P.

Check out our new paddling guide and start planning your next trip:

05/07/2026

;-)

Michigan pronunciation test: 😭🌲🚗
You know you’re from Michigan if you can pronounce:
• Ishpeming
• Ypsilanti
• Mackinac
• Charlevoix
• Sault Ste. Marie
• Ontonagon
• Escanaba
• Cheboygan
• Kalamazoo
• Bois Blanc
• Sebewaing
• Dowagiac
…correctly. 💀
Because Michigan town names aren’t pronounced the way they’re spelled.
They’re pronounced the way somebody’s great-grandpa said them once while ice fishing in 1962… and the entire state collectively agreed: “Yeah alright, that’s official now.” 😭
Outsiders pull up saying: “Is it Mack-in-ACK?” “No.” “Char-leh-VOX?” “Absolutely not.” “Boys Blank?” “Please step away from the Great Lakes immediately.” 💀
And somehow every Michigander instantly knows who actually grew up here based entirely on how casually they say: “MACK-in-aw,”
“Yip-suh-LAN-tee,”
or
“Saulte Saint Marie? Nah… just call it Soo.” 🌲😂
Half these names came from Native American and French origins.
The other half sound like somebody sneezed into a map during a snowstorm and everyone just committed to it. 😭
And don’t even get started on Mackinac.
Because Michigan residents will correct your pronunciation faster than they’ll correct their own family members. 💀
One wrong “Mackinack Island” and suddenly three strangers at the gas station turn around in unison like: “You mean MACK-in-aw.” 🚗🌊
But if you can say all of these without hesitating? Congratulations.
You’re either: • from Michigan
• married into Michigan
• or you’ve spent enough summers here arguing about the best beach town while dodging potholes on I-75. 🚗💀🌲

05/07/2026

Thirsty Thursday means Pasty & Pint Night at the taproom! Enjoy the best pasties from Michaela May, along with the best beers in the UP and Northern Wisconsin - according to our customers! 😀
Open 4-8pm! Cheers!🍻🍺

05/07/2026

05/07/2026

Ticket prices increase June 1! Save money by getting your tickets today to the 58th U.P. Rodeo July 10 & 11!

🎟️Purchase rodeo tickets here: rodeoticket.com/rodeos/upper-peninsula-championship-rodeo/2026/tickets

05/07/2026

We are doing it again this Summer! We are adjusting the date a bit and hoping to get more folks to come on down!

Iron Range Trail Club, Inc. Annual Vintage Snowmobile Show and Fundraiser. July 18th 10am - 3pm. Registration starts at 8 am if you want to enter some sleds! More info to come!

05/07/2026

05/06/2026

05/04/2026

Lake or river?

In Iron County, you don’t have to choose, you can do both.

Calm lakes for easy paddles, winding rivers for longer adventures. It all depends on how you want to spend your day on the water.

What’s your style?

05/04/2026

🎣 Get ready to cast a line during Michigan’s Summer Free Fishing Weekend

On June 13 and 14, anyone can fish across Michigan without buying a license. It is the perfect time for families, beginners, and visitors to enjoy the lakes and rivers of Iron County. With warm weather, open access, and plenty of shoreline, this weekend offers a great chance to try fishing or get back out on the water.

As part of Michigan’s Three Free Weekend, guests can also enjoy state parks, boating access sites, and ORV trails without extra permits, making it an ideal time to explore the outdoors.

Plan your visit to Iron County and enjoy a relaxing weekend on the water. Check out the Lodging tab on our website for overnight accommodations close to lakes and recreation areas.

Learn more on our Events Calendar. Link in comments below

04/30/2026

𝗧𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 ⛳

From scenic fairways to laid back rounds with friends, this is where golf meets the Northwoods. Whether you're chasing a personal best or just enjoying the day, Iron County delivers.

Play your way through:
• 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗡𝗶𝗻𝗲
• 𝗖𝗿𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲
• 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴’𝘀 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

Fresh air, wide-open courses, and zero rush.

𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 👉 https://ironcountylodging.com/golfing/

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