Welcome to Best Bear Lodge & Campground
Enjoy the Resort Life!
ATV and Snowmobile Friendly. Rates Starting at $39!
Best Bear is a top-rated destination in Irons, Michigan, offering luxurious accommodations and activities. Located in the heart of Lake County, we provide direct access to ORV and snowmobile trails.
Highlights of Best Bear Lodge & Campground
Accommodations & RV Sites
Way Down Yonder Cabin
Cozy Accommodations for up to 5 People. 2024 Rates including tax.
Weekdays: $119.00 per night,
Weekends: $179.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $279.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $799.00 total
RV Resort Full-hookup
Full hookup sites with 50/30/20 electric, water, and sewer.
Nightly rate: $49.00 includes tax,
Weekly rate Sunday-Sunday: $259.00 total includes tax,
Monthly rate: $600.00 plus metered electric
Over Yonder Cabin
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 6 people, perfect for families or small groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $119.00 per night,
Weekend: $179.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $279.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $799.00 total
Beyond Yonder Cabin
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 5 people, perfect for small families or groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $119.00 per night,
Weekend: $179.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $279.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $799.00 total
Grand Adventure Cabin
Our Grand Adventure accommodation sleeps up to 9 people comfortably. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekdays: $139.00 per night,
Weekends: $199.00 per night,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $899 total,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $325 total
Great Expedition Cabin
Step back in time and experience the charm of a late 1800s cabin, combined with modern luxuries. Great Expedition accommodation sleeps up to 8 people comfortably. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $139.00 per night
Weekend: $199.00 per night
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $325.00 total
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $899.00 total
Speedy Bear Cabin
Accommodations for up to 14 people, rates include tax.
Weekdays: $299.00 per night,
Weekends: $399.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $777.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $1900.00 total
Lincoln Hills Chalet Cabin Sleeps 12
Our beautiful 2-story chalet cabin with a finished basement sleeps up to 12 people comfortably. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $199.00 per night,
Weekend: $269.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $549.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $1299.00 total,
Rate Details
Rate includes up to 12 guests
The Grand Daddy Cabin
Cozy Accommodations for up to 8 People. 2024 Rates includes tax:
Weekdays: $179.00 per night,
Weekends: $259.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $499.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $1100.00 total
Grand Bear Executive Suite Queen Twin Leather Sofa
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 3 people, perfect for small families or couples. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $109.00 per night,
Weekend: $149.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $259.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $699.00 total
Queen Full Twin Bunk
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 6 people, perfect for families or small groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $109.00 per night,
Weekend: $149.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $259.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $699.00 total
Cedar Suite Queen Full Twin Bunk
Spacious accommodations for Up to 6 People surrounded by outdoor adventures.
Weekday: $109.00 per night,
Weekend: $149.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $259.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $699.00 total
Queen Queen Twin
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 5 people, perfect for small families or groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $109.00 per night,
Weekend: $149.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $259.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $699.00 total,
Little Bear Cabin
Our charming Little Bear Cabin sleeps up to 4 people comfortably. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $74.00 per night,
Weekend: $79.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $177.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $359.00 total,
Cabin Features
Exterior bathroom/shower for year-round use
Rickety Ole Shack Camping Cabin
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 5 people, perfect for small families or groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $79.00 per night,
Weekend: $84.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $189.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $379.00 total
The Grand Tour Wildwood Villa 2 bedroom 2 Bathroom
Comfortable Accommodations for up to 5 People. 2024 rates includes tax
Weekdays: $119.00 per night,
Weekends: $159.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $269.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $699.00 total
Grand Cherokee Chief Destination Cabin
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 8 people, perfect for families or groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $109.00 per night,
Weekend: $149.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $259.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $699.00 total,
Flagstaff Bel Air RV
Sleeps up to 3 people, perfect for a couple. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
$109 per night including tax.
Grand Sierra Destination Cabin RV
Our cozy lodging sleeps up to 7 people, perfect for families or small groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $109.00 per night,
Weekend: $119.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $249.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $649.00 total,
Amarillo Cabin RV
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 7 people, perfect for families or groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $84.00,
Weekend: $94.00,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $225.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $588.00 total
Forest River Cabin RV
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 6 people, perfect for families or small groups. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Weekday: $79.00 per night,
Weekend: $89.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $225.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $599.00 total
Sunset Creek Cabin RV
Cozy Accommodations for up to 3 people. 2024 Rates including tax.
Weekdays: $79.00 per night,
Weekends: $89.00 per night,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $195.00 total,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $450.00 total
Explore More Cabin RV
Our comfortable lodging sleeps up to 3 people, perfect for small families or couples. 2024 rates include tax and are as follows:
Nightly Rate: $75.00 per night,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $450.00 total
Welcome to the Innsbruck Cabin RV
Cozy Accommodations for up to 4 People
Weekdays $94.00,
Weekends $94.00,
Mid-week Special 3 nights: $225.00,
Weekly Rate Sunday-Sunday: $475.00
About Us
Welcome to Best Bear Lodge & Campground, where the great outdoors meets your great expectations! Located in Irons, Michigan, we're the perfect getaway spot for summer and winter enthusiasts alike. With direct access to Michigan's top-notch ORV and Snowmobile trails, you'll be living your best life. And when you're not out exploring, you can enjoy our top-shelf amenities, cozy accommodations, and spacious RV sites. Plus, we've got Polaris RZR Pro rentals for the adventurous types and a Rhinestone entertainment venue for those who like to party and eat well. So why wait? Book your stay today and experience the ultimate Michigan adventure!
Amenities include:
- Spacious RV sites with full hookups
- Cozy cabins for families and groups
- Polaris RZR, Expedition and Ranger rentals
- Rhinestone Event Center for entertainment
- Hiking, hunting, fishing and water activities nearby
Come experience the resort life, join us at Best Bear Lodge & Campground for an unforgettable getaway. Book your stay today!
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Rent a Polaris ORV/UTV and get:
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Health and weight restrictions apply to bull riding.
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Upcoming Events in the Rhinestone!
Here are some upcoming shows and specials at Rhinestone Event Center:
BVO Band: July 13th
Bent Carrot Band: July 20th
Half Notes Band: July 26th and 27th
TC Knuckleheads Band: August 9th and 10th
The Briar Payne Band: August 17th
Barely Devils Band: August 31st
Twister Band: September 6th
Brenda Loomis Band: September 7th
RAY SCOTT & Addison Johnson: September 14th
Onager Band: September 21st
BVO Band: October 5th
Dexter Collins: October 11th and 12th
Onager Band: October 26th
RPM Band: May 10th, 2025
Party rates and specials include ¹:
Karaoke and $10 all you can eat Pizza & Salad Bar: every Thursday evening starting at 5:30
Karaoke and Mechanical Bull Riding: Saturday evenings when we don't have a band scheduled
Summer Holiday Weekends on Sunday: 5 p.m. we will Fire up the Grill and enjoy a BBQ just bring a dish to pass & BYOB. Followed up with Karaoke
Weddings, Corporate Events, Reunions: 50-175 people $25 per guest, 176-250 people $20 per guest
Birthday Parties, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Graduation Parties, Celebration of life, plus any Fiesta: Pizza, Bread Sticks & Salad Bar Starting at $12 per guest, Formal Dinner $25 per guest
Complete DJ service including karaoke with premium sound & Light Show: $100 per hour
Invite Billy the mechanical Bull to the party: $100 per hour
Area Attractions
Lake County, Michigan Groomed ORV and Snowmobile Trails!
Ready, Set, Ride! In Lake County, Michigan, ATVs can ride on most county roads at 25 mph. ORV enthusiasts will love exploring over 230 miles of groomed trails. Snowmobiles can access over 300 miles of trails right from our resort. For the ultimate experience, familiarize yourself with local laws: Lights on when riding county roads, forestry roads are open to ORVs, ride on the right side of paved roads, and get the required trail permits ($36.25). Pick up a Lake County trail map for $3.00 each, which lists common infractions. Be gentle with the dirt roads, and let's preserve county road access for ORVs.
Pine River
The Pine River was voted #5 for most beautiful rivers in the United States and is a popular for stunning views and wildlife. Enjoyed by people kayaking, canoeing, tubing, winter rafting and fishing.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Welcome to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! Sleeping Bear Dunes is like the cool aunt of national parks - it's all about adventure, exploration, and having a blast. Make some unforgettable memories by climbing that dune and running down it like a little rascal!
The Oak Grove Tavern - Family Friendly
If you're looking for a place that's off the beaten path, look no further than the Oak Grove Tavern. This family-friendly joint is like stepping back in time, complete with an old country band every Tuesday night and $2.50 Coney dogs that'll make your mouth water. And, if you're feeling competitive, head on over for some Euchre with the retirees on Monday nights - just don't be late! The Oak Grove Tavern also throws one heck of a Halloween party, complete with a Mayor of Halloween - yes, that's a real thing! I'm a big fan of the tiny town of Irons, and Lake County, Michigan, is a great place to visit if you hate waiting at stop lights. What really impresses me about the Oak Grove Tavern, though, is their commitment to giving back to the community. They sponsor all sorts of events and charities, including the Wertz Warriors Special Olympics. So, when you're spending your money here, you can feel good knowing it's going to a good cause.
Shrine of the Pines
https://www.theshrineofthepines.com/
Acquired by a group of local patrons, the shrine remains open, with tours available May 15 through October 15.
Reservations:(231) 745-7892
Horse Back Riding at The Rockin' L Ranch
The Rockin' L Ranch offers gentle and responsive horses good for any ability so you can enjoy the magnificent scenery from horseback. Horse owners and inexperienced riders alike enjoy our well-trained horses and we can find a good match for any riding level. Their main focus is on trail riding and offering a special experience for you while making memories! Taking in the beautiful scenery from horseback will take you for a journey back in time that you'll remember forever. For a great horse back riding experience call (231) 429-7529 and make your reservation today!
Pere Marquette River
The Pere Marquette National Scenic River is a 66 mile stretch from the junction of the Middle and Little South Branches east of Baldwin to the Old Highway 31 Bridge. The Pure Marquette is well known Trout Fishing and Kayaking!
Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf
Caberfae Peaks has the best skiing and snowboarding value in the state of Michigan and offers huge vertical drops with consistently great snow! Located only 12 miles from our location, you'll be skiing in minutes. We have discount Coupons to make your adventure a little more affordable!!
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Best Bear Lodge & Campground
10642 North Merriville Road, Irons, Michigan, 49644, United States
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