About Dickinson County — Land For Sale

Along Michigan’s south‑central U.P. border with Wisconsin, Dickinson County blends river gorges, big woods and easy small‑town living. Iron Mountain (county seat) and Kingsford anchor services, while Norway sits near the famed Pine Mountain ski jump and resort. The Menominee River State Recreation Area and Piers Gorge deliver whitewater drama; inland, lakes and the Sturgeon/Michigamme systems offer quiet fishing and backroad access.

Land & Lifestyle at a Glance

Hunting & Recreation — Classic U.P. mix: aspen regen, sugar maple/birch uplands, hemlock benches and cedar/spruce/fir lowlands with beaver ponds. Whitetail, bear, grouse and woodcock are staples; winter yarding corridors and mast edges matter. Public access is excellent via state forest lands, the Menominee River corridor and local natural areas.

Waterfront & Lakes/Rivers — Options range from Menominee River frontage to inland lakes and trouty creeks. Shorelines vary: bedrock/cobble and coarse sand on big water; firm sand/gravel to muck in inland coves. Check bluff/setbacks on high banks, floodplain on rivers, and ice‑push history.

Farm & Tillable — Limited but present in openings near Felch/Channing—loamy sands and sandy loams with pockets of heavier soils. Field shapes are irregular; drainage and all‑season drives (culverts/base) are key.

Timber & Habitat — Northern hardwoods with aspen/jack pine in mixed stands and cedar/tamarack in drainages. Many tracts show select‑cut history—room for TSI, trail systems and tucked plots on upland knobs.

Cabin/Residential — Year‑round county roads serve most primary homes; seasonal two‑tracks exist near state/federal ground. Electric typically at the road; wells/septic after a passing perc. Fastest internet clusters around Iron Mountain/Kingsford/Norway and US‑2/US‑141; remote tracts lean on fixed wireless or satellite.

Public Land & Nearby Recreation

• Menominee River State Recreation Area (incl. Piers Gorge) — Whitewater views, rugged hiking and fishing access along the Michigan‑Wisconsin line.

• Fumee Lake Natural Area — Quiet, non‑motorized loop trails around twin lakes; ski, hike and bike minutes from town.

• Pine Mountain Ski & Golf Resort — Iconic ski jump venue, downhill runs, and 18‑hole golf.

• Lake Antoine Park — County park with beach, boat launch and campground near Iron Mountain.

Prefer privacy with more to roam? Parcels bordering state land are common—ask about what’s currently available.

Local Tips from a Michigan Land Specialist

• Perc & soils: Upland sands/loams often pass; cedar/muck flats may need engineered systems—get a current perc.
• Frontage quality: On river bluffs, confirm bank stability, floodplain and access to the water; inland lakes vary from firm sand to marl—check bottom type and setbacks.
• Timber roads: Stabilize wet crossings with geotextile and culverts; loop trails help you hunt the wind without bumping bedding cover.
• Winter access: County plow routes are reliable on primaries; seasonal forest roads are typically unplowed.
• Utilities/internet: Confirm electric at the road; fastest service sits near towns and along US‑2/US‑141 corridors.

FAQs — Dickinson County

What makes land for sale in Dickinson County, Michigan appealing? River gorges, deep‑woods privacy and easy in‑town services—plus strong public‑land access—create four‑season utility for cabins, homes and mixed‑use tracts.

Is rural acreage “buildable”? Generally yes with township approval and a passing perc for septic. Expect driveway/culvert permits and added shoreline/bluff considerations on river parcels.

Where can I launch a boat? County launches at Lake Antoine and DNR/city sites along the Menominee and area lakes; outfitters provide shuttles for Piers Gorge whitewater.

What parcel sizes are typical? 10–20 acre cabin sites, classic 40–80 acre hunting pieces, larger 80–160+ acre timber tracts, and select river/lakefront lots.

Can I get reliable internet? Best near Iron Mountain/Kingsford/Norway; remote tracts often rely on fixed wireless or satellite.

Talk to a Michigan Land Specialist — contact us

Helpful resources: Michigan DNR hunting rules & regulations • MSU Extension Home Soil Test kit • Dickinson County Planning & Zoning • Dickinson County Road Commission — permits