Adventure Ride at Copper Peak, Ironwood Township MI

Copper Peak, located in Ironwood Township, Michigan, stands as a distinctive landmark in the Upper Peninsula’s rugged landscape. Known primarily as the world’s largest ski flying hill, Copper Peak offers more than just winter thrills. The Adventure Ride introduced here is a unique way to engage with this imposing structure and its surroundings year-round.

Rising more than 400 feet above the ground, Copper Peak delivers a vantage point that stretches across the Porcupine Mountains, the Apostle Islands on Lake Superior, and dense northern forests that define this remote region. Guests start their journey with a chairlift ride that ascends along the ski jump ramp—a heartbeat moment where the scale of the structure becomes evident. From there, the climb continues via elevator or stairs to an observation deck perched high above. Reviewers recount swaying under strong winds and the exhilarating sensory jolt of standing atop this engineering giant.

The Adventure Ride is not just about elevation but perspective; the panoramic vistas reveal the expanse of Michigan’s wild north, including sparkling glints of Lake Superior’s shoreline in the distance. Fall colors transform the landscape into a patchwork of reds, yellows, and browns, while winter offers a stark, frosted scene. Copper Peak serves as a rare access point to a site often reserved for ski jump athletes and industry insiders, drawing visitors eager for fresh outdoor experiences beyond traditional trails.

This activity complements Ironwood Township’s outdoor scene, which includes world-class hiking, mountain biking, and snow sports. While Copper Peak’s history is rooted in competitive ski flying—a sport that’s both daring and rare—the Adventure Ride adapts that legacy into a recreational thrill accessible to a wide range of visitors. Its place in the local recreation fabric is cemented by breathtaking views, easy accessibility, and the unmistakable allure of standing at the edge of a giant leap above northern Michigan’s wild landscape.