First Roadside Table in the Nation!

Who would have thought that the UP would have this distinction....establishing the first roadside table in America.  We thought it was pretty cool.  Established in 1918, this park is on US 2 route east of Iron River. The idea for such a thing goes back to the highway engineer Herb Larson (graduate of the U of M School of Engineering), who wanted to promote tourism in the area and save this tract of virgin trees from the hungry loggers.  He bought the land to save the trees!  It didn't take long to catch on in the rest of the state and, of course, beyond.  Better head out for your picnics while you can!

Sommers Sausage Shop in Crystal Falls

We are converts. The little succulent sausage sticks at Sommers in Crystal Falls are hands-down the best we've ever had.  The teriyaki ones were outstanding. A return trip is necessary to try the jalapeño-cheddar. They are also known for their smoked venison and their fresh or smoked sausages.  Sommers works in conjunction with Wildlife Unlimited by accepting deer, processing it and helping feed the less fortunate in Iron County. This is also an ice cream shop! Our three cones were filled with awesome coffee mocha, mackinac fudge and da yooper mudslide.