$8,172,750

0 Maple Creek RoadIronwood, MI 49938

Land and lots · MLS 11952189 · Listed 67 days ago (Aug 24, 2026)

9.8 mi straight line to Big Powderhorn Mountain (alpine resort) · Ski access details

For sale: On the market and available to show.

About this land

This premier 867± acre wilderness estate offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of the largest privately held Lake Superior waterfront properties, featuring over two miles of contiguous shoreline. The property represents an exceptional combination of size and absolute privacy, the unparalleled acreage delivers a memorable wilderness experience where, with no visible development across the horizon, each sunset feels like it belongs to you alone. The property boasts tremendous views of the open lake. You will be able to see Grand Marais, MN, located 75 miles due north across the water, and Madeline Island, which sits just 25 miles to the east. By boat, find your way to Saxon Harbor, located a short 15 miles to the west. To the east is the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness Area. The Gogebic-Iron County Airport is only 8 miles south, flying to your new destination will be fast and enjoyable. The entire region has a strong history of recreation, with people coming year after year to enjoy downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, and ski jumping at local favorites like Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort, Blackjack Mountain and Snowriver Mountain Resort. Trout streams, rivers, and lakes are found in all directions and there are a number of options for golfers. In winter, snowmobilers from the entire Midwest find their way to the UP, the trails are groomed and the local pubs and restaurants bustle. Snowshoeing and ice fishing bring others to the area, this is vacation country and there are never enough accommodations to handle the demand when conditions are perfect. The forest has been maintained by professionals to retain and build on its value, a continued flow of income potential lies within the 800+ acres of northern forest, with high quality maples being the predominant species. Hunting has been very good here, pictures tell the stories of successes. Hunting continues to be a wonderful way to enjoy a large acreage property. You can expect to see deer, bear, turkeys, and grouse. You can expect to flush a number of grouse on any given walk, so grab your shotgun before you head out for the day. A property of this size has wildlife that rarely interacts with humans and, because of that alone, they can grow much larger and get much older. As you approach the lake on one of the internal roads, you cannot help but notice a small hunting cabin that has been used for many years as a getaway, the owner's place to escape from a busy world. Find your way to the picnic table that overlooks the lake, sit and listen to the waves talking to you, then take a walk along the shore to skip a stone across the water, just as you did when you were a kid. This place is magical, it will grab your heart on the very first visit. What you experience on a property like this is the peace that the explorers found, where the big woods ultimately ends at the shore of a huge body of water, a place where your imagination will run wild as you think about all of the possibilities. Think about having over 2 miles of absolutely pristine shoreline, over 800± acres of peaceful woods that hold tremendous value, an internal road system with graded and mowed roads, where the only hunter you will see is the person you brought with you. Ultimate peace of mind secured by three high-quality gates designed for security and privacy. A well-maintained network of internal gravel roads winds through the timberland and provides easy access directly to the waterfront. For the most accurate description of what this property can provide, be sure to contact the listing agents.

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Facts

List price

$8,172,750

Status

For sale

Property type

Land and lots

Lot size

868 acres

County

Gogebic County

MLS number

11952189

Annual property tax

$1,192

Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.

Location

Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Ironwood.

Price and status history

Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.

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Questions to ask before you buy

Good questions for any home near the slopes.

1. How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
2. Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
3. Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
4. Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
5. What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
6. For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.

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Guides and next steps

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Listing courtesy of Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC. Listing agent: Ryan Patrick. Co-listing agent: Terry Patrick. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

Listing updated Aug 27, 2026, 12:59 AM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.