U.P. Michigan Region Calendar
U.P. Michigan Region
July 2 Bessemer – Lake States Mud Races July 8-9 Iron River – U.P. Championship Rodeo July 8-10 Crystal Falls – Bass Festival July 13-16 Ironwood – Festival Ironwood July 15-17 Iron Mountain – Gus Macker 3 on Basketball Tourney July 15-16 Aura – Aura Jamboree July 22-24 Ojibwa Campground – Pow Wow Aug. 4-9 Iron River – Iron Co. Fair Aug. 5-7 Fairgrounds – Baraga Co. Fair
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Explore the Other Side of Copper Peak BESSEMER – No question that the view from top of the ski flying structure at Copper Peak is breathtaking and well worth the trip alone. But don’t overlook the fun that the mountain bike trails at Copper Peak can offer. Riders of all abilities will have a great single-track experience. There is a more mellow grade, good for beginners, at the start of the trail. The ride is not a technical trail system, but it is made fun, challenging and exciting by 600 feet of elevation gain over the 5.5mile machine-built flow trail system. Your ride begins at the base of the ski jump landing hill where parking is available. You will descend to the Black River to enjoy the river scenery. From there, winding trails lead you on that 600-vertical foot ascent to the top of the ski jump, where you
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can take in the beautiful 360-degree view and have a look at the massive ski jump structure. Rest up for an exhilarating descent back to the base, with dozens of bermed corners, jumps, bridges and fun play features along the trail. The Copper Peak Trails are maintained by the Sisu Dirt Crew. For more information on the Dirt Crew and local trails visit SisuDirtCrew.com. Copper Peak is located at N13870 Copper Peak Road, just off County Road. From U.S. 2 going east and just before Bessemer, turn north onto Powderhorn Road. Follow the guided signs to bring you to County Road 513 and follow that for approximately 10 miles to the entrance of Copper Peak.
