Iron County is rich with lakes and rivers. There are over 300 major lakes and numerous smaller water sites. Travel in any direction, and you’ll find rivers. The Paint, the Net, the Brule, and, of course, the Iron River are among the waterways that flow freely through the county.

Iron County and the Upper Peninsula are beautiful areas and have been recognized for their recreational potential. Weather.com selected the Upper Peninsula as one of the Top Ten Winter Family Getaways in America. ShermansTravel selected the Upper Peninsula as one of the Top Ten Summer Destinations in the World.