Republic Michigan is located by the Michigamme River, 25 miles southwest of Ishpeming and 45 miles north of Iron Mountain on Highway M-95 in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The village of Republic grew up around the Republic Mine which operated from 1872 to 1926.

Rental Cabins, Cottages, and Lodges in Republic, MI

Lost lake Lodge on Lost Lake offers comfortable accommodations for up to 20 guests, with individual beds. The Great Room is furnished a wood burning fireplace and ample room for dining and relaxing for your entire group. Wireless internet access. Complete kitchen with dishwasher. Catering or a personal cook can be arranged. Laundry. 200 acres of private land with hiking, mountain biking, and groomed cross-country ski trails for our guests. The perfect location for Family Reunions, Corporate Teambuilding, Retreats, or to simply get away and enjoy the beauty of nature. Lost Lake Lodge is located in the north central U.P. at 1067 Blackbird Lane Republic, MI 49879. Phone: 906-376-2674. Well behaved dogs welcome.

 

Pine Crest Resort, 12199 Pine Crest Lane, Republic, Michigan, 49879. Phone: 906-376-8237 or Cell: 906-371-0090. Remote lakeside cottages on the Michigamme River and Juncob Lake. Pine Crest offers outstanding northern style accommodations for all, from sportsmen to families to honeymooners. Cottages are fully furnished with complete kitchens. Finish Sauna. Great fishing, hunting, and rock collecting. On theATV and snowmobile trails.

 

  

Rental Cabins in Channing, MI (20 miles south of Republic)

"R" Cabins, N12-178 Highway M-95, Channing, MI 49815. Phone: 906-542-6995. Located only 20 miles south of Republic, "R" Cabins offers a new duplex log cabin and four one bedroom cabins with kitchenettes that sleep from 4-6 guests. Each new duplex unit has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen area, gas fireplace, and there is a connecting door between the two units for large groups. Wireless Internet Service. Conveniently located in the Copper Country State Forest for hunting and ATVing and near Sawyer Lake, the Michigamme Reservoir, and many other lakes for fishing and boating. Snowmobile trail access. Bait Shop with fishing supplies, ice, pizza, ice cream, and a variety of items. Boat & Motor rentals. Pets welcome.

Al Quaal Recreation Area in Ishpeming (map) for year round family fun. Al Quaal features hiking, mountain biking, trail running, and cross country ski trails as well as a picnic area, playground, tennis courts, and fishing in Teal Lake. There are 20K of groomed cross country ski trails ranging in

Boat, Canoe, & Kayak Rentals

Rentals for local lakes and rivers, Van Riper State Park (Lake Michigamme), and Craig Lake State Park at Uncle Ducky Outfitters in Marquette. Phone: 877-228-544

Cross Country Ski Trails for Marquette County.

FOOD and BEVERAGES

Cadeau Creations offers catering for every occasion in the Baraga, Houghton, Ontonagon, Keweenaw, and Marquette Communities. Cadeau Creations will cater events from a large reception or party to a cozy dinner for two at a vacation cottage or remote camp. Catering includes appetizers, holiday parties, snowmobile or hunting group gatherings, showers, and boat parties.  Enjoy a catered meal when you return from your outdoor adventure. The Chef has over 20 years experience and uses the freshest ingredients available. Gourmet food and gift baskets. Phone Chimene at 906-201-2016 to plan your event.

Guided Fly Fishing Trips in the Upper Peninsula at Uncle Ducky Fly Fishing, 434 Prospect Street, Marquette, Michigan, 49855. The Upper Peninsula is filled with secluded lakes and streams filled with the elusive trout or salmon. We offer guided fly fishing trips for experienced anglers as well as those who want to learn the fine art of fly fishing. All equipment is provided and we have experienced guides to take you to that secluded stream. Float or wade in the crisp waters, drop that fly by the old log, and the excitement begins. Fish the Fox River, a Michigan Blue Ribbon Trout Stream made famous by Ernest Hemingway. Fishing trips for trout, steelhead, salmon, smallmouth bass, northern pike, and bluegill. Call Uncle Ducky at 906-288-5447 or toll free: 877-288-5447.

Hiking

Iron Ore Heritage Trail is a 48-mile, multi-use, year round trail from Republic to the east side of Marquette. The trail includes historic sites and stories of the Marquette Iron Range and our mining heritage. The western trailhead is in Republic. This trail is designed for walkers, bikers, runners, nature lovers, equestrians, cross-country skiers, snowshoers, and those interested in the history of the area. Parts of the trail will be for non-motorized activities.

 

Craig Wilderness State Park and the McCormick Wilderness area are just west of Republic on Highway M-28. Great for hiking, fishing, and cross country skiing. A true wilderness adventure. Guided hiking tours with a knowledgeable guide at Uncle Ducky Outdoors.

Horseback Riding at Heritage Hills. Enjoy a peaceful trail ride on a gentle horse through a variety of terrain: open fields, forests, and hills, that was once the old Wawonowin Golf Course! Located in the wilderness area between Ishpeming and Negaunee, just 15 miles west of Marquette. Open year round, weather permitting, for guided trail rides and hand-held horse or pony rides. Walk-ins welcome during the summer months, reservations only during fall, winter and spring. Sleigh rides on various weekends; please call ahead for space and weather conditions! Riders must be 7 years old to ride alone. Maximum of 250 pounds. Call 906-361-8768 for reservations.

Mountain Biking: The Range Mountain Bike Trail System offers over 25 miles of trails for biking and hiking with trailheads in Ishpeming at the Country Village, Suicide Bowl, on Hill Street, or at the Al Quaal Recreation Area. Bikers will also enjoy riding the back roads in the area.

Pascoe House Museum is owned and operated by the Republic Area Historic Society, 114 Cedar Street, South Republic. Hours: 1:00 - 3:00 PM Saturday & Sunday from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Phone: Mary Lou at 906-376-2335 or LaVerne at 906-376-2258

Republic Area Historical Society, P.O. Box 201, Republic, Michigan 49879.

Republic Mine Observation Site - Overlooking the open pit mine in Republic, just south of Munson Park. Raised platform offers impressive views of the Mine property and Republic area. Six etched signs describe the mining process.

The area north of Van Riper State Park is Moose country at it's finest. 59 Moose were transplanted in 1985 & 1987 to an area six miles north of the park. The herd has grown with the birth of new calves each year. A slow drive through the area north of the park may reward you with the sight of one of these majestic animals. Stop at the kiosk at the Park for pictures and information.

The Michigamme River is a wonderful spot for boating, canoeing, and fishing. Sand-bottomed beach for swimming and a playground for the kids in the town of Republic. Fish for Small-Mouth Bass, Perch, Walleye, Northern Pike, Trout, plus a variety of panfish, delicious cooked on the grill. Several area places to launch your boat or canoe.

Hunters will enjoy the large areas of public land nearby for hunting deer, bear, waterfowl, and small game.

History lovers might like to visit the Iron Industry Museum in Negaunee that tells the tale of the discovery of iron ore in the area, the Cliff's Shaft Museum in Ishpeming, or the National Ski Hall of Fame.

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