Iron Mountain is located near the Wisconsin border in upper Michigan, about 100 miles north of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Founded in 1879 when the Chapin Mine was discovered. This mine is now considered one of the greatest iron minesin the world. Though it closed on 1 August 1932, it produced 27,506,868 tons of iron ore from 1879 until its closure. The mine helped to bring many new residents into the area. Because a large number of the immigrants were Italian, Swedish and Cornish, their traditions and cultures remain and have a place today. Iron Mountain is the home of the world's largest wooden ski jump, known as Pine Mountain Ski Jump. There is a World Cup Ski Jumping competition there every February. For Winter sports, it could hardly be any better. Downhill skiing may be found at Norway Mountain. You can choose your trail for cross country skiing and snowmobiles. Pine Mountain is also another popular ski resort.