Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Iron Mountain travel guide

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You're Going to Love Iron Mountain

With a population of 7,624, Iron Mountain is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Iron Mountain to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Iron Mountain

Iron Mountain in November
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Iron Mountain in November
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Iron Mountain in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 14 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Iron Mountain, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Iron Mountain

Plane

When flying to Iron Mountain, you’ll arrive at Iron Mountain Ford (IMT), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Iron Mountain departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Iron Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Milwaukee, which is about 192 miles from Iron Mountain. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in Milwaukee.

Bus

Iron Mountain’s bus station is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Iron Mountain, you’ll arrive at Iron Mountain Ford (IMT), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Iron Mountain departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Iron Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Milwaukee, which is about 192 miles from Iron Mountain. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in Milwaukee.

Bus

Iron Mountain’s bus station is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Airports near Iron Mountain

MQTMarquette Sawyer Intl
RHIRhinelander Oneida County
GRBGreen Bay Austin-Straubel

Airlines serving Iron Mountain

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,578 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,052 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,441 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,634 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,050 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,202 reviews)
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Where to stay in Iron Mountain

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn by Wyndham Iron Mountain and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Iron Mountain By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Iron Mountain

Most booked hotels in Iron Mountain

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Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 175 reviews)
$64+
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AmericInn by Wyndham Iron Mountain
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 404 reviews)
$95+
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Pine Mountain Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8, 123 reviews)
$91+
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Mountain Host Motor Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 361 reviews)
$69+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Iron Mountain
2 stars
Good (7.6, 304 reviews)
$72+
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Baymont by Wyndham Iron Mountain
2 stars
Okay (5.7, 336 reviews)
$58+
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Renting a car in Iron Mountain

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Iron Mountain (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Iron Mountain is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Iron Mountain (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Iron Mountain is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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