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Iron Mountain Iron Mine

Name: Iron Mountain Iron Mine
Address: W4852 US-2, Vulcan, MI, 49892, US
Telephone: +19065638077
Price range: $
Rating: 4.9

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Iron Mountain Iron Mine

Guided underground mine tour. Travel 2600 feet into a real iron ore mine by train and on foot. See what was used to mine this mine. See you soon!
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We are one of Michigan’s great Historical Landmarks! Underground iron mine tours. Ride a train 1/4 of a mile into an authentic mine. Walk the rest of the way listening to our experienced tour guides describe how this mine was mined for 68 years. This tour takes you 2,600 feet into an authentic mine through drifts and stopes. Experienced guides show mining techniques and equipment dating back to 18

77. Tours last about 45-50 minutes. $18.00 for adults, $13.00 for children 6-12, 5 and under free. School groups and bus group rates available on request. Check our website at www.ironmountainironmine.com for a printable $1.00 off coupon for tours.

09/05/2026

Looking for something fun to do with the family this Labor Day Weekend? Come visit Big John and take a trip 2,600 feet into the Iron Mountain Iron Mine! ⛏️🚂

We’re open all Labor Day Weekend!
Open 9:00 AM–5:00 PM CST
🚂 First tour: 9:20 AM | Last tour: 4:10 PM
Tours run every 35 minutes!

Our last day of the season is October 12th. Tours will run hourly starting at 9:10 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays ONLY starting September 11th.

09/04/2026

Happy Labor Day Weekend! Come take a tour at the Iron Mountain Iron Mine! Our guides are geared up and ready to take you under ground! Bring the family, say hello to Big John, explore the gift shop, and make one more summer memory before fall arrives! ❤️🤍💙

We’re open all Labor Day Weekend!
Open 9:00 AM–5:00 PM CST
🚂 First tour: 9:20 AM | Last tour: 4:10 PM
Tours run every 35 minutes!

Our last day of the season is October 12th. Tours will run hourly starting at 9:10 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays ONLY starting September 11th.

08/26/2026

Back-to-school season is here, but you’ve still got time to make one more summer memory with the kids before they head back to school. 🎒

Come say hi to Big John and take a trip underground at the Iron Mountain Iron Mine! Ride the train into the mine, and learn about the iron-mining history that helped shape our area. ⛏️🚂

Open daily, 9 AM–5 PM CST
First tour: 9:20 AM | Last tour: 4:10 PM

08/21/2026

We can’t believe we’re saying this, but Christmas will be here before you know it! Stop by the Gift Shop and get a head start on your Christmas shopping! 🎄

From beautiful Brazilian amethyst and unique rocks and minerals for the rock lover in your life, to souvenirs and gifts for that are fun and memorable!

Reminder that we are a seasonal business, so don’t wait until December! 😁

The Gift Shop is open from 9am-5pm CST (if there is no 4:10 tour, we do close early). Come shop ‘til you drop!

08/16/2026

Meet tour guide, Katelyn! She has been a tour guide for 2 summers and shares her favorite thing about working at the Iron Mountain Iron Mine! Come take a tour with her 😁

Open daily 9am-5pm CST! First tour is at 9:20am, last tour is at 4:10pm. Tours run every 35 minutes. ⭐️

08/10/2026

Before taking a guided journey into the mine, your tour guide will demonstrate and explain multiple pieces of mining equipment! Any guesses on what the machine shown in the photo below was used for?

08/07/2026

Have you ever been underground? This is where the adventure begins! ⭐️

Our tour guides are ready to take you underground, share the stories of the miners who worked here in the 1800s, and show you how iron ore was mined back in the day! ⛏️

We are open daily! 9am-5pm CST - first tour is 9:20am, last tour is 4:10. See you soon!

08/05/2026

Come take a tour at the Iron Mountain Iron Mine and learn how iron ore was mined! ⛏️

In the photo, the two miners on the right are demonstrating the Double Jack method of drilling, used when this mine began in 1870. The miner on the left is operating a working Water Liner drill. ⭐️

We have a lot more to show you!! Open daily, 9am-5pm CST. Tours run every 35 minutes starting at 9:20am. The last tour of the day is at 4:10pm. See you soon!! 🚂

08/02/2026

We love repeat visitors! ⭐️ We had a family stop by and they were able to recreate an older photo! The top photo was taken at the Iron Mountain Iron Mine in 1995, and the bottom photo was taken this year. Thanks for visiting us again! We appreciate it! 😁

Open 7 days a week, 9am-5pm CST, first tour starts at 9:20am, last tour is at 4:10pm. 🚂⛏️🪨

07/24/2026

Board the train, and travel through history! 🚂 Our tour guides will take you 2,600 feet into the tunnel to share the history of the Iron Mountain Iron Mine! ⛏️ You’ll see authentic mining equipment, discover how iron ore shaped our cities, and experience an adventure that the whole family will enjoy. ⭐️

*Please note that the tour does include about 1/2 mile of walking as well. We can’t wait to see you! Open daily, 9am-5pm.

Address

W4852 US-2
Vulcan, MI
49892

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19065638077

Website

http://www.IronMountainIronMine.com/

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