Gogebic County, Michigan
Gogebic County sits in Michigan’s western Upper Peninsula, where nature rules and hikers thrive. Freshwater lakes cover a large part of the county.
Forests stretch for miles. In winter, snowmobilers and skiers flock to the area, while summer brings hikers and anglers. The county seat, Bessemer, has a rich mining history.
The southern shore of Lake Superior forms the county’s northern border, offering even more scenic beach walks. From waterfalls to wildlife, Gogebic County has plenty to explore. Wisconsin is its friendly neighbor to the south.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Gogebic County |
| County Seat | Bessemer |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Ironwood, Bessemer, Wakefield, Watersmeet, Marenisco, Ramsay |
| Interstates and Highways | US 2, M-28, M-64, M-77 |
| FIPS Code | 26-053 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,476 square miles (Land: 1,102 sq mi, Water: 374 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Ontonagon County (North), Iron County (East), Vilas County, Wisconsin (South), Iron County, Wisconsin (Southwest), Ashland County, Wisconsin (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Michigan |
| Coordinates | 46.4875° N, 89.8298° W |
| Etymology | Named after a Native American word for “rock” |
| Major Landmarks | Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Lake Gogebic, Copper Peak, Black River Harbor |
| Population | Approximately 13,000 |