Best Bear Resort

10642 N Merrillville Rd, Irons, MI 49644
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Best Bear Resort is Northern Michigan’s premier year-round adventure hub, located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest. Our luxury resort offers a variety of modern, climate-controlled cabins and suites with fully equipped kitchens and high-end amenities. We are a Polaris Adventures Gold Certified Outfitter, providing premium ATV and snowmobile rentals with direct access to over 230 miles of world-class trails.

Guests can enjoy 62 spacious, full-hookup RV sites, a heated pool, and live entertainment at the Rhinestone Event Center. Whether you're here for a family getaway, an outdoor adventure, or a special event, Best Bear Resort combines pristine natural beauty with top-tier service.

Local: (231) 266-5235

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Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Adrienne B | November 2025
UTV rental was awesome
I don’t often share reviews, but what a great experience. The team was so hospitable and just all around would do it again in a heartbeat!
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Beth R | September 2025
Awesome long weekend!
We stayed here in our camper for a long weekend. Had a blast and met some great people. The event center had bands on Friday and Saturday nights and they were awesome. On Monday we rented a sxs and...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Jesse B | July 2025
Very welcoming excellent place
I love camping at Best Bear, Carrie runs her butt off and goes out of her way to make everyone feel welcome and special, this was the 4th trip i have had here, first where i rented a sxs and the...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Maryann Z | May 2025
Will be going back
You wont regret booking with them. Everything was clean and they were very friendly and helpful here. I will defiantly be back again with my family, pictures don't do it justice. Our family had a...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Angela A | December 2024
Fantastic up north lodge, close to trails!
Our family of 4 thoroughly enjoyed our recent stay in the Over Yonder cabin at Best Bear! We initially chose it due to its close proximity to groomed trails for ATV’ing and snowmobiling. The cabin...

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

Overall Rating: 4.9 out of 5

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Amenities
Features
  • Accessibility
  • Family-friendly
  • Pet-friendly
  • Open Year-round
  • Motorcoach Parking
  • WiFi
Sustainability Initiatives
  • Eco-friendly
  • Vehicle Charging Station
  • Water-Efficient Appliances
  • Recycling Program
  • Food Waste Reduction Program
  • Green Cleaning Products
  • EV Charging
  • Uses Renewable Energy
Season(s) of Operation
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter
Accessible Travel
Accessible Travel Amenities
  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Service Animal Friendly
  • Dietary Accommodations
  • Barrier Free Entrance
  • Paved and/or Hard Packed Surface
Mobility/Wheelchair Users
  • Ramps
  • Wheelchair accessible entrances at main entry
  • Wheelchair accessible restrooms
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
Accessible Facility Amenities
  • Closed Caption TVs
  • Grab Bars in shower and near toilet
  • Pool Lift
  • Roll-in shower
  • Personal Flotation Device

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