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Wakefield

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Wakefield is centrally located to all the activities and events in the Western U.P

 

We are a small City near Lake Superior in the western end of Michigan’s UP right in the heart of Big Snow Country! We are near three of the finest ski hills in the Midwest.

 

We are also blessed with a beautiful lake in our town that has hosted numerous National Stock Outboard APBA Races. Our City has invested in its park and recreation facilities and offers residents and visitors a like ample opportunities to enjoy beautiful Sunday Lake. We are also surrounded by thousands of acres of Ottawa National Forest and Gogebic County Forest land. These public lands offer the visitor a multitude of recreational opportunities. Lake Superior, with its unparalleled views and spectacular sunsets, is only a short drive away. And the fabled Porcupine Mountain State Park is also just minutes away from Wakefield.

 

Founded in the late 1800’s as an iron ore mining town, the Wakefield area is rich in history. With mining ending around 1960 the area returned to its natural beauty of forest and water. The forest being a mix of hardwood and conifers makes a spectacular year around treat for the eye. From evergreens all decked out in there cloak of winter white to the hardwoods vivid palate of color in the fall. Add water in the form of rivers and streams, lakes in all sizes from ponds to the mighty Lake Superior, to this Mecca of timber. Throw in some small mountain ranges, with rocky terrain. A little know fact: The Huron and Porcupine mountain ranges were once higher than today’s Rockies. Successive movements of the glaciers wore down these ranges. You now have some of the finest country to enjoy all that nature has to offer.

 

Wakefield’s history, as a settlement, village and city, goes back over one hundred years. A visit to our local historical society and museum offers a glimpse into the area that helped develop and protect our country. Much of the iron ore mined in this area was used to build the railroads, ships and tanks for war and also supplied a lot men and women to fight the battles. Others went on to achieve prominence in the arts, education and business

 

Wakefield Chamber of Commerce
499 Lake Shore Drive
Wakefield, Michigan 49968
Phone: (906) 224-2222

 

website        email

 

Healthcare
Rocco Medical Clinic
601 Sunday Lake St.
Wakefield,Mi. 49968
906-229-908

 

Education
Wakefield/Marenisco School District
715 Putnam St.
Wakefield, MI. 49968
906-224-7211

 

Church Information

 

All Saints Lutheran (ELCA)
906-224-8421

 

Calvary Baptist
906-229-5207

 

Grace Baptist
512 Sunday Lake St.

 

Immaculate Conception Catholic

 

Community Presbyterian

 

Messiah Lutheran (Missouri)

 

St. Catherine Catholic
906-787-225

Timbers Resort

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Located on the north end of Lake Gogebic in Bergland, we are in the far western end of the Upper Peninsula. A year round Resort, we offer 11 completely furnished cabins that accommodate from 1 to 10 persons. Two 128 foot docks with bumpers offer abundant space and protection for our customers boats. 16′ Fishing boats and motors are available for daily and weekly rental. We just added a pontoon boat to our fleet. We also offer RV and tent camping down by the lake. Power is available with external restroom (outhouse) facilities. Live bait and tackle is sold on the resort grounds and a well kept lighted fish cleaning house is ready for your use 24/7.

Address: 34275 M-28, Bergland, MI 49910
Hours: 8AM – 8 PM
Phone: (906) 575-3542
Website: https://www.thetimbersresort.com
Book Now: https://www.thetimbersresort.com/contact/

 

Theatre North

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Theatre North History

Theatre North is among the three oldest continuously operating community theatres in the United States. There have been over 130 production on the Theatre North stage (for a list, click here) but the stage hasn’t always been in the same location.

Theatre North was formed in 1964 and presented “Blithe Spirit” at Kaleva Hall on Aurora Street. Admission was $1.00. Productions continued at that location and at the Ironwood Memorial Building until the group purchased the Scandinavian Hall (Eagle’s Club) on McLeod Street in downtown Ironwood in 1966. (That site is currently a motorcycle repair shop) The Theatre presented it’s productions at that location for 20 years, selling the property in 1986. The Theatre then held performances at the historic Ironwood Theatre and at the Towne House.

T.N. purchased the Bark River Culvert and Equipment building on Lake Street in Ironwood in 1987 (formerly a Coca-Cola bottling plant in the 1940s) and this is our current location. The summer of 1987 was spent renovating the building with the support of many businesses and community members. Theatre North’s Board Members provided many volunteer hours to create a space which provides audience members with an intimate atmosphere to view productions. “Oliver” was the first production to be performed in the current theatre building when we opened our doors to the public in November 1987.

We have made face-lifts and upgrades to the theatre building since. The roof was replaced in 2010 with a metal roof. In 2002 eight murals were painted on the exterior of the building by local artists working under the supervision of Kelly Meredith (the artist responsible for the downtown murals in Ashland WI) Repairs have been made to the heating system, the exterior has had tuck-point repairs, and the lobby has been refurbished. In 2004 Kelly Meredith was commissioned to paint the front entrance. The roof was replaced with metal roofing in 2012 and the loft at the front of the building was re-insulated in 2013. Renovation of the dressing and make-up rooms is ongoing and repairs to the exterior window sills is scheduled.

Thousand Island Lake Resort

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OPEN YEAR ROUND – –  We offer thirteen lakeside cabins on Thousand Island Lake of the Cisco Chain of Lakes, at the backdoor of Sylvania Wilderness Area. Choice location for fishing, hunting, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, kayaking, and hiking. One to three bedroom fully-furnished cabins, many with fireplaces, satellite TV, beautiful swimming beach, playground for children along with tennis/basketball court. We offer boat & motor rentals, pontoons and deluxe fishing boat packages. We also provide kayaks, paddleboat and a canoe all free to our guests. Excellent fishing, hunting, sightseeing and snowmobiling. Access the snowmobile trails right from your door. Heated workshop, sauna, gas and Michigan trail permits available.

Timberline Sports

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OUR MISSION IS SIMPLE

Timberline Sports was started in 1996 with the goal to bring exceptional service to the western Upper Peninsula. Our mission is simple. Regardless of what it takes, we want to  get you back on the trail as soon as we possibly can.

 

 

 

The Root Cellar Resort

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Located on quiet Lake Gogebic, surrounded by 960,000 acres of Ottawa National Forest, The Root Cellar invites you to experience the pristine wilderness and the reputation of the area’s BEST KEPT SECRET. It’s a perfect place for a long weekend getaway.

The Root Cellar has a lot to offer everyone who stays here. There is a newly built Inn with two suites & the most comfy beds around and 4 cabins with full kitchens. We can accommodate most size groups. The Root Cellar is directly on snowmobile trail #13 and ATV trail ES. We offer premium gas and oil, wireless internet, ATM on site and Keno and Pulltabs. The Root Cellar is centrally located and is a great starting and stopping point.

The Root Cellar’s restaurant is known to be the finest dining establishment in the Western Upper Peninsula. Our restaurant, inn and cabins can accommodate banquets, weddings, reunions and retreats.