has opened a new ORV route between
Ishpeming and Republic in Marquette County.
The DNR, in conjunction with the Iron Ore Heritage Recreation Authority, will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 19, at the intersection of Stoneville Road and the Ishpeming to Republic ORV Route in Tilden Township.
The DNR and Iron Ore Heritage Recreation Authority invite all trail lovers to attend the ceremony and discover this new Upper Peninsula recreation opportunity.
The Iron Ore Heritage Trail and the DNR have successfully worked together on the development of many miles of hiking and biking trails in Marquette County. This new ORV route continues that tradition of collaboration, with the eventual goal of linking Negaunee and Gwinn into this route.
“There are many partners in making these trails become reality," said Carol Fulsher, administrator of the Iron Ore Heritage Recreation Authority. "We would like to thank the Moose Country Snowmobile Club for spending the time and money in fixing the bridges along this route and allowing it to be open year-round."
This new ORV route is 19 miles long and connects the communities of Ishpeming, Clarksburg, Humboldt and Republic. It is restricted to vehicles 65 inches in width or smaller. The ORV route also is open to hiking, biking and equestrian and snowmobile use.
"We recognize the importance of connecting communities with ORV routes,” said Michigan DNR recreation specialist Ron Yesney. “This is a good first step, and we’re pleased to partner with agencies like the Iron Ore Heritage Recreation Authority to improve recreation opportunities throughout the state.”
For more information about the new Ishpeming to Republic ORV Route or the ribbon-cutting ceremony, please contact Yesney at 906-228-6561 or yesneyr@michigan.gov.
