Local Things to Do

The Upper Peninsula is a year-round destination. Check out the fall colors, summer hiking, live theater at the historic Ironwood Theater, Big Top Chatauqua in Bayfield, Wis., Copper Peak ski-flying hill just north of Big Powderhorn (take the elevator up for a panoramic view of Lake Superior) and sea kayaking among the Apostle Islands in Lake Superior (kayak rentals in Bayfield, Wis., at Trek&Trail.

Winter Season:

• Cross-Country Skiing
  The region is gaining a reputation as one of the finest cross country skiing areas in North America. The groomed, tracked X-country ski trail systems (http://www.wolverinenordic.com/) offer the nordic skier everything from rental equipment and technique instructionsto the night life long associated with the sport of skiing. Back-country skiing is also growing in popularity. See the Porcupine Mountain Web site for information on lantern-lit night snowshoeing or cross country skiing.
  
  
• Snowcat Skiing
  Snowcat skiing services the westen runs and the new backcountry mountain Everest in the Porcupine Mountains.
  
  
• Snowmobiling
  A snowmobiler's mecca with more than 2,000 miles of groomed trails including unplowed logging roads, railroad grade, and secluded trails through the National Forest, you can tour through thick cedar groves or ride past breath taking caverns along Lake Superior with unique rock formations and frozen waterfalls. Take a ride through the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, over Lake Gogebic, or through the open prairie land to experience one of the premier snowmobile riding locations in North America. Snowmobile season generally starts December 1st and runs through the end of March. There are special events like the Red Light Rally, day-trip rides, and plenty of local lakes for open riding. Enjoy a hearty meal or hot beverage on one of your stops at one of the many trailside gathering places.
  
  
• Snowshoeing
  The opportunities for snowshoeing are virtually unlimited and snowshoe rentals are available. The Ottawa National Forest maintains many short trails to the numerous waterfalls along the Black River Parkway. The United States Forest Service also has developed a link with the North Country Hiking Trail, which is part of the National Hiking Trail System.
  
  
• Ice Skating
  Ice skate the day or evening away at Big Powderhorn's lighted skating rink located in the Village.
  
  
• Ice Fishing
  Ice fishing for lake trout, chinook, coho salmon, and steelhead in the waters of Lake Superior will provide a good challenge as you haul them up from great depths. Pike, trout, bass, muskie and numerous pan fish can be caught at any of the many inland lakes. Many lakes are readily accessible, while others lie deeply hidden in the forest, challenging the skill, ingenuity and adventurous spirit of the fisherman. Area outfitters can rent you all the equipment you'll need.
  

Slideaway is the perfect base for launching any and all of these adventures!

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